Education Assistant - Our Lady of the Assumption Elementary

Who We Are

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

We are aculturally 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 avibrant school systemwith 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 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 abouton your next tax return on the Government of Canada website.
  
  

About

Established in 1982, Our Lady of the Assumption School (OLA) is a co-ed elementary school from kindergarten to grade 7 serving families in the Tri-Cities and neighbouring areas. Over the years, we have grown from our humble beginnings in our parish portables, to becoming a highly reputable school with over 240 students. Our school provides a variety of opportunities with various athletic and fine arts programs, as well as the Catechesis of the Good Shepherd Program. At OLA, staff and students participate in many community outreach initiatives, including fundraisers for local and international non-profit organizations. At OLA, our community strives to walk in the footsteps of Jesus through our shared belief to be caring, sharing, and daring. Our school is located in the growing city of Port Coquitlam, home to several unique local shops and restaurants and near scenic hiking trails and parks, including Minnekhada Regional Park.

Job Description

Learn more about our school:

Our Lady of the Assumption is seeking a full-time Education Assistant. The position involves working in several classrooms, primarily with special needs children. Ability to collaborate with classroom teachers and the Learning Resource Teacher in planning and implementing programs is essential. Attendance at IEP/School-Based Team meetings may also be required. The ideal applicant is willing and able to become involved in the extra-curricular life of the school and is a practicing Catholic.

Please address to Rosaleen Heffernan, Principal, at .

Short-listed candidates will be contacted for an interview.

APPLICATION PROCESS

• Create your
• Complete and add all required application documents to your profile (see below)
• Complete all profile sections, including: Provincial Certificates, Qualifications, Education, Experience, andQuestions
• 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)
• (for Catholic applicants) or(for Non-Catholic applicants)
  
  

DOWNLOAD FORMS

• (for Catholic applicants)
  
  

(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 [email protected]