Grade 5 Classroom Teacher - Traditional Learning Academy School

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Traditional Learning Academy i is a Catholic school located in Coquitlam, founded by the Traditional Learning Society of BC in 1991. The school provides a structured program of studies in the Catholic tradition for students in kindergarten through grade twelve. TLA encourages the pursuit of academic excellence, promotes the fine and performing arts, fosters sound character development, and has a setting in which all students may grow in wisdom and knowledge, while deepening their love of God and neighbour.

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Traditional Learning Academy, Coquitlam, is accepting applications for a full–time Elementary Generalist Teacher (Grade Five) commencing September 1, 2025. The successful applicant will be committed to delivering the established program of studies to students according to the BC Curriculum, while upholding the standards & guidelines established by the school, participating/supporting in some form the extra-curricular activities of the school, and supervising students during non-classroom time.

He or she must be capable of teaching the Catholic religion, and be in possession of valid BC Teaching certification, or eligible to apply for a subject or school restricted certificate, or a Letter of Permission.

Interested candidates should forward a letter of application accompanied by a resume with references as soon as possible to the principal, Martin Dale, at

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.

• BC Teaching Certificate
• Criminal Record Check (if you are outside of BC)
• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Proof of Eligibility to Work in Canada (Canadian Birth Certificate, Canadian Citizenship Card, Permanent Residence, etc.)
• Baptismal Certificate
• Catholic Marriage Certificate (if applicable)
• University Transcripts
• Teacher Practicum Evaluation
• Philosophy of Education
• Two Recent Reference Letters (Professional & Character)
• Applicant Declaration for Catholics or Applicant Declaration for Non-Catholics
• Verification of Teaching Experience (TOC and EA not applicable)
• Catholic Pastoral Reference (for Catholic applicants) or Non-Catholic Pastoral Reference (for Non-Catholic applicants)

For the Catholic Pastoral Reference (for Catholic Applicants) and Non-Catholic Pastoral Reference you must download the appropriate form, provide to your Pastor for signing, and have them submit directly to

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.