PT Music Teacher (0.4 FTE) - St. Mary's Chilliwack Elementary School

Job Description

About CISVA

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.

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 on your next tax return on the Government of Canada website.

About St. Mary’s School

St. Mary’s School is a Kindergarten to Grade 7 Catholic elementary school where faith, community, and the arts are deeply valued. Our close-knit school community is known for its warm, welcoming culture and strong partnership between families, parish, and staff. Music is an integral part of life at St. Mary’s, supporting our Catholic identity through school liturgies, prayer services, assemblies, and special celebrations. Students are enthusiastic, respectful, and eager to participate, and music is viewed as a joyful and meaningful way to build confidence, creativity, and community. We value educators who bring both skill and heart to their teaching and who are excited to share the gift of music in a collaborative, faith-centred learning environment where every child is known, supported, and encouraged to shine.

Job Description

St. Mary’s School is seeking a passionate and enthusiastic Part-Time Music Teacher to join our Kindergarten to Grade 7 team two days per week. The successful candidate will foster a love of music while supporting student growth, creativity, and participation in a faith-centred learning environment.

Application Process

• Create your profile


• Complete all profile sections, including: Provincial Certificates, Qualifications, Education, Experience, and Questions


• Complete and add all required application documents to your profile


• Apply to this job posting

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

• 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


• 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 references (dated within the last year) to be sent by you to your referee or we will accept copies of the Verification of Teaching Experience forms that you have submitted to the BC Ministry of Education


• For 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

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.