Education Assistant - Corpus Christi Elementary

WHY WORK WITH THE CISVA

• Work in a faith-based and culturally diverse school environment
• Competitive salary and excellent Benefits Package, including CPP, Extended Medical, Dental
• Schools located throughout the Greater Vancouver Area and Powell River, close to the beauty and adventure that British Columbia has to offer
• If you live outside of the Greater Vancouver Area, learn more about claiming moving expenses on your next tax return on the Government of Canada website.

ABOUT

Corpus Christi Elementary School is a fun and joyful faith community centered on Jesus Christ in the Holy Eucharist. We integrate our shared Catholic faith in our daily lives, through the celebration of the Mass, prayer, and liturgical celebrations.

Together with the support of parents and our parish community, our educators and support staff are committed to providing a Catholic learning environment where children may grow as unique individuals and develop spiritually, physically, intellectually, and socially to become caring members of society.

At Corpus Christi, we have many extra-curricular programs and local outreach opportunities for our staff and students to get involved with.

Our school is in growing city of Vancouver, only a short commute to the downtown core and near some of the city's best beaches, parks, restaurants, and shops.

Popular attractions in Vancouver include Main Street, Gastown, Olympic Village, Granville Island, Yaletown, Kitsilano Beach, and English Bay.

Learn more about Corpus Christi Elementary here : www.corpuschristi-school.ca

JOB DESCRIPTION

Corpus Christi School is seeking full-time educational assistants , effective September 1, 2024. Candidates will be capable of working collaboratively with students, parents, and colleagues.

The successful applicant will bring creativity and enthusiasm to the job and be willing to work in a variety of settings, and with a variety of students with varying special needs.

Roles and Responsibilities :

• Work under the supervision of a certified teacher
• Support students to maximize participation and learning in an inclusive environment
• Assist teachers in designing and implementing individualized or group behavioural and learning support
• Assist in the collection of data, including observations and recording of academic and behavioural performance
• Interact with students in a professional and effective manner
• Participate in IEP / School-Based Team meetings as required

Please submit your cover letter and resume to Rosa Natola, Principal at [email protected]

Only those shortlisted will be contacted.

APPLICATION PROCESS

1. Create your Make a Future profile

2. Complete and add all required application documents to your profile (see below)

3. Complete all profile sections, including : Provincial Certificates, Qualifications, Education, Experience, and Questions

4. Apply to this job posting

REQUIRED APPLICATION DOCUMENTS

• Cover Letter
• Resume
• Certificate / Diploma
• Criminal Record Check (if you are outside of BC)
• Proof of Eligibility to Work in Canada (Canadian Birth Certificate, Canadian Citizenship Card, Permanent Residence, etc.)
• Catholic Marriage Certificate (if applicable)
• Catholic Pastoral Reference (for Catholic applicants) or Non-Catholic Pastoral Reference (for Non-Catholic applicants)

DOWNLOAD FORMS

• Catholic Pastoral Reference (for Catholic applicants)
• Non-Catholic Pastoral Reference (for Non-Catholic applicants)

For the Catholic Pastoral Reference (for Catholic Applicants) and Non-Catholic Pastoral Reference you must download the appropriate form, provide to your Pastor for signing, and have them submit directly to [email protected]

WHO WE ARE

The Catholic Independent Schools of the Vancouver Archdiocese (the CISVA) operates 46 schools - 40 elementary and 6 high schools.

Our schools are located throughout the Greater Vancouver Area, near the best sites and attractions that Vancouver and British Columbia has to offer.

Our footprint extends over 250 kilometers from Powell River in the west to Chilliwack in the east.

We are a culturally diverse faith-based family . We offer more than a place of work - we provide a call to your teaching vocation where you can work and live your faith in a supportive community.

We are a vibrant school system with many school and program expansion projects in the future. We offer spiritual and professional growth and mentorship opportunities for new teachers to help them with their transition into the CISVA.