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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 St. John Paul II Academy is a Catholic Independent coeducational 8-12 high school located in South Surrey. St. John Paul II Academy is committed to forming young men and women in faith, knowledge, service and virtue. As part of our mission to provide a holistic education, we are excited to announce the establishment of a new football program. We are seeking an experienced and passionate Head Football Coach to build and lead this exciting new endeavor. The successful candidate will be dedicated to fostering the spiritual, academic, and athletic growth of our student athletes.JOB DESCRIPTIONPosition Overview:The Head Football Coach will be responsible for developing and implementing all aspects of the football program, from team formation and training to game preparation and off-season development. This includes establishing a positive and disciplined program culture that reflects the values of Catholic education, including sportsmanship, teamwork, and integrity. The coach will begin this journey by starting a Grade 8 team in the fall of 2025. This will require the recruitment and management of coaching staff, and will collaborate closely with athletic director, athletic department leadership, parents, and school administration. Additionally, the successful candidate will be able to work collaboratively with the athletic director, administration and other athletic programs to ensure that players are encouraged to develop as well-rounded athletes and multi-sport athletes.The successful candidate will have a full-time teaching role (classroom teacher) in addition to the role of Head of Football / Head Football CoachKey Responsibilities:Program Development: Develop and implement a comprehensive football program that emphasizes skill development, teamwork, and discipline, while upholding Catholic values.Team Leadership: Lead and mentor student-athletes, ensuring their personal and athletic growth both on and off the field.Game Preparation: Develop and execute game strategies, including practices, team drills, and pre-game preparation.Staff Management: Recruit, hire, and manage assistant coaches and volunteers, ensuring effective teamwork and communication.Fundraising & Community Engagement: Actively engage with parents and community members to build support for the football program.Collaboration with Administration: Work closely with school leadership to ensure the program aligns with the schools overall mission, policies, and expectations.Student-Athlete Development: Oversee the academic and spiritual development of student-athletes, supporting their growth as well-rounded individuals. Support the mission of the athletic program to enable students to be well rounded and multi-sport athletes within St. John Paul II Academy.Qualifications:Holds a Certificate of Qualification or Independent School Teaching Certificate.Ideally have coaching experience, preferably at the high school or collegiate level.Proven leadership skills and the ability to inspire and motivate student-athletes.A commitment to Catholic education and values, with a strong understanding of the role of faith in sports.Excellent communication and organizational skills.Ability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed for practices and games.CPR/First Aid certification required (or willingness to obtain).NCCP Safe Sport (or willingness to obtain)Preferred Qualifications:Practicing Catholic or Christian who has a clear understanding of the role of athletics in a Catholic high school.Experience in building or revitalizing a sports program.Familiarity with Catholic schools and their virtue driven approach to athletics.Experience in coaching or mentoring a variety of student-athletes with varying skill levels.Application Instructions:Interested candidates should submit a resume, cover letter to principal@sjp2academy.comA pastoral reference letter may be requested.The deadline for applications is January 31st. For additional information or questions, please contact Mrs. Andrea Prout-Bernett, principal@sjp2academy.com.Those shortlisted for interviews will be contacted by Monday, February 3rd. APPLICATION PROCESS 1. Create your Make a Future profile 2. Complete all profile sections, including: Provincial Certificates, Qualifications, Education, Experience, and Questions 3. Complete and add all required application documents to your profile. (see below) 4. Apply to this job posting Did you know? If you are currently an education student graduating in 2025, you can upload your documents as you receive them and still apply for this job posting. REQUIRED APPLICATION DOCUMENTS BC Teaching Certificate. Please provide either a letter or screenshot confirming your documents are submitted and your application is processing). Please also add any out of province certifications. Criminal Record Check (if you're outside of BC) Resume Cover Letter Proof of Eligibility to Work in Canada (Canadian Birth Certificate, Canadian Citizenship Card, Permanent Residence, Work Permit, etc.) Catholic Marriage Certificate (if applicable) University Transcripts Teacher Evaluations or Practicum Reports (only for recent graduates - within the last 3 years) Two Recent Professional Reference Letters Applicant Declaration for Catholics or Applicant Declaration for Non-Catholics Statement of Health & Character Verification of Teaching Experience (if applicable) Catholic Pastoral Reference or Non-Catholic Pastoral Reference ***For the Catholic Pastoral Reference (for Catholic Applicants) and Non-Catholic Pastoral Reference you must download the appropriate form, provide it to your Pastor for signing, and have them submit it directly to hr@cisva.bc.ca . 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. 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.
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