Grade 1 Teacher

The Catholic Independent Schools of the Nelson Diocese (CISND), hosts six elementary schools, and one high school. The diocese is located in the beautiful Okanagan and Kootenay regions of British Columbia. We are committed to hiring qualified employees who are dedicated to education in the Roman Catholic tradition.

Our Lady of Lourdes Elementary (West Kelowna, BC) invites applications at this time for:

Grade 1 Teacher (Temporary)

Effective: 2021-2022 School Year

At Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Elementary School, faith and learning go hand in hand leading young people to be the best they can be. The school offers excellent academics in small class sizes from Kindergarten to Grade 7, while emphasizing Christian values in all our programs. Each student is supported to grow and develop to the best of his/her potential in

body, mind and spirit through enriching programs offered in a respectful and

nurturing environment. We are looking for a Grade 1 Teacher for the 2021-22 school year (Temporary coverage) to join our close-knit community of highly dedicated and innovative faith-filled educators.

Preference will be given to candidates with the following qualifications:

Commitment to Catholic Education

Identification with and participation in the life of a Catholic parish

Successful teaching experience, primary years

Ability to support students with exceptional needs through differentiated instruction

Ability to foster positive relationships with children and families, colleagues and administration

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with ability to work collaboratively

Ability to use discretion when dealing with confidential matters

In order to be considered for any position with CISND, the application must be complete. If you are not able to provide the documentation, please provide a reason in your cover letter. Do not submit reference letters.

The following is to be included in your application:
Cover letter

Resume listing special certificates, licenses, honours and awards, relevant special interests and activities for which you may consider a leadership role

BC Teacher’s Certificate (or confirmation of application for certification)

TQS (if applicable)

Post Secondary Transcripts

Recent Evaluation/Practicum report from employer/practicum supervisor

CISND Pastoral Reference form (available at www.cisnd.ca)

Catholic applicants must provide:
Certificate of Catholic baptism or RCIA Certificate

Certificate of Catholic marriage, if applicable

As a condition of employment, successful candidates must complete Diocesan Safe Environment training and will be required to submit the following:

Certified statement(s) of previous teaching experience

Photocopy of Canadian Birth Certificate or Canadian Passport (documentation to indicate you are legally entitled to work in Canada)

Social Insurance Number

Photocopy of Driver’s License