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.

St. Joseph Catholic School (Nelson, BC) invites applications at this time for:

French Teacher

Effective: 2024 - 2025 School Year

St. Joseph School provides students from Kindergarten to Grade 9 excellent academics in small class sizes, 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 safe and nurturing environment. We are looking for a Part Time French Teacher to join our community of highly dedicated 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

Working knowledge and understanding of the BC French as a Second Language curriculum

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 Teachers Certificate (or confirmation of application for certification)

TQS (if applicable)

Post Secondary Transcripts

Recent Evaluation/Practicum report from employer/practicum supervisor

CISND Pastoral Reference formCatholic applicants must provide: Certificate of Catholic baptism or RCIA Certificate

Certificate of Catholic marriage, if applicableAs 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