Music Teacher & Educational Assistant Our Lady of Mercy Elementary

WHO WE ARE

The Catholic Independent Schools of the Vancouver Archdiocese (the CISVA) operates 46 schools 40 elementary and6 high schools. Our schools are located throughout the Greater Vancouver Area near the best sites andattractions that Vancouver and British Columbia have 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.

WHY TEACH WITH THE CISVA

• Teach in a faith-based and culturally diverse school environment
• Classroom available upon hire. Not necessary to sit on TOC list.
• Mentorship and monthly opportunities for professional development
• 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

Our Lady of Mercy Elementary is an exciting place to learn and grow for children Kindergarten to Grade 7. Our faith is the cornerstone of our school and we aspire to create a community where families can experience Christ through the actions of teachers support staff and one another. Our staff is committed to providing a safe and challenging learning environment for all our students. To accomplish this goal we depend on the continued support and cooperation of our parent and parish communities. At Our Lady of Mercy School we believe that all people best learn and teach in an atmosphere of compassion generosity joy and laughter.

Our school is in the heart of the Lower Mainland in the city of Burnaby near many parks and restaurants with cuisines from a variety of cultures. Our school is also very accessible to Vancouver New Westminster Surrey and other surrounding cities with a myriad of great sites and attractions. Learn more about our school :

JOB DESCRIPTION

Our Lady of Mercy Elementary is seeking a 40% Music Teacher and a 60% Educational Assistant with a strong preference to combine these roles into one position.

We are looking for a Music Teacher who is passionate about Fine Arts and skilled in singing piano and guitar. Preference will be given to candidates with choral and band experience and those who have taught students across a range of grade levels.

The successful candidate must demonstrate strong communication abilities have experience working in within a team excellent writing skills and fluency in English. Additional preference will be given to applicants with experience supporting neurodiverse learners and the ability to adapt lessons to ensure successful integration.

Assets include :

Bachelor of Music degree

POPARD certificates

First Aid certification

Experience with Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) systems

APPLICATION PROCESS

Did you know If you are currently an education student graduating in 2026 you can upload your documents as you receive them and still apply for this job posting.

REQUIRED APPLICATION DOCUMENTS

On an on-going basis we accept teacher applications for grade levels K to 12 for our Catholic schools throughout the Greater Vancouver Area and Powell River in beautiful British Columbia. All Catholics non-Catholics new education grads and experienced teachers from across Canada are strongly encouraged to apply. Our major hiring season is in April for the following school year but we recommend that you apply now as we receive an influx of applications.

Key Skills

Experience Working With Students,Time Management,Classroom Management,Algebra,Behavior Management,Classroom Experience,Lesson Planning,Smartsheet,Special Needs,Teaching,Experience with Children,Dancing

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1