Description
- 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 Good Counsel Elementary School is a Catholic School located in Surrey, BC Canada. As a school community, we seek to nurture the intellectual, physical, emotional, social, moral and spiritual potential of our students. We acknowledge the innate worth and dignity of our students, and work to help them develop respect for themselves and for one another. We assist them in their efforts to become mature and self-disciplined citizens. We encourage them to value and develop their unique, God-given talents and gifts in the service of others.
In our role as Christian educators, the staff and teachers strive to imitate St. John Bosco in being joyful signs and bearers of God’s love for the young, a love that is essential in achieving our spiritual and academic goals. Our deep hope is that students become Saints. Under the Salesian focus at our school we strive to holiness in all things. Students can do their "ordinary deeds extraordinarily well" and in doing so can achieve sainthood. The common mantra present in the school is do your ordinary deeds extraordinarily well.
Our school is located in the continuously growing City of Surrey on a large 7 acre campus with school, large gym/youth center and parish church on site. We are located close to the King George and Surrey Place Mall SkyTrain stations with easy access to Vancouver and the surrounding area. To learn more, visit: www.olgcschool.ca
JOB DESCRIPTION
We are looking for a dynamic Music Teacher to teach the BC music curriculum to students in grades K-7 on a part-time basis (3 days per week). The ideal candidate will have a strong background in music education and a love for teaching young children. This is a short-term contract position commencing September 1st, 2025 to June 30th, 2026, with the potential for a continuing contract starting in the 2026/2027 school year.
OLGC School is a positive team and faith based community. As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to work with a dedicated group of educators who are committed to providing a balanced learning environment for our students, and having fun while doing it. There will be an opportunity to mentor with a previous CISVA Master Music Teacher at the beginning months of this job. We offer a competitive salary as per the CISVA salary scale and benefits.
Responsibilities:
• Teach the BC music curriculum to students in grades K-7, covering a range of topics including music theory, performance, and appreciation.
• Lead students in music activities, including singing, movement, playing instruments with everything from “Boom Whackers”, Orff Instruments, Ukulele, Guitar and concert band
instruments, and exploring various music genres. We currently ofer Grade 7 Band and would like to see this continue.
• Plan and deliver engaging lessons that foster creativity and a love of music.
• Support the development of student musical skills and knowledge in a variety of settings, from classroom instruction to performances.
• Collaborate with other teachers and staff to integrate music into the broader school experience.
• Create a positive and inclusive classroom environment where students feel encouraged and supported.
• Participate in school events and help organize music-related performances and activities.
Qualifications:
• A degree in Music, Music Education, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• A valid teaching certificate (preferred) or eligibility to teach in BC.
• Strong proficiency in playing piano and/or other instruments.
• Previous experience teaching music to children, ideally in an elementary school setting.
• A passion for working with children and helping them develop their musical talents.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• A positive, enthusiastic attitude and a commitment to fostering a fun, engaging, and welcoming classroom.
For more information about Our Lady of Good Counsel School or this teaching opportunity please visit our website www.olgcschool.ca or email the principal Mr. Gerard Wright at olgcprincipal@shaw.ca
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 2024, 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.
