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Our People

Great people — all sharing a common purpose.

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Each school year, God has placed our children with caring, nurturing teachers. The strong, supportive partnership between the school and our home has been so beneficial to our children’s growth.

Katie Visscher

Committed, Christian leadership is what has set Pacific Academy apart since it was first founded and is still very much ascribed to today under the leadership of Dr. Colleen Drisner, Head of School.

Each staff member is committed to the vision for every student to know and be thoroughly equipped spiritually and academically.

Our Board and Leadership

Board and Leadership information has now been moved to PA Today, please access through the link below.

Meet the team

Career Opportunities

Pacific Academy serves over 1400 Jr K - Grade 12 students in modern, well-equipped facilities on a forty-acre campus.

We invite applications anytime for future potential openings.

All potential teaching candidates should download and submit a completed Teacher Application Package, along with a cover letter and resume to careers@mypacificacademy.net. Please also download and have your pastor complete the Pastor Reference Form.

If you have already submitted a Teacher Application Package in the past year, please email with the position(s) that you’d be interested in.

Currently no administration positions available.
Currently no continuing teacher positions available.

High School Science Teacher (Grade 9 through 12) - 0.8 FTE Temporary position

Pacific Academy is inviting applications from qualified individuals for a part-time position as a High School Science teacher, with a primary focus on Chemistry. This position commences in August, 2026. The successful candidate should be able to teach Biology and Mathematics.

Qualifications:

Successful candidates should:

  • Hold a valid British Columbia teaching certificate
  • Possess an understanding of and commitment to Christian Education
  • Actively and personally support a Pentecostal/Charismatic statement of faith
  • Be fluent in oral and written English
  • Have experience and/or a willingness to be trained to teach IB Science Courses
  • Ability to teach Chemistry and Math would be an asset

 

Potential candidates should download and submit a completed Teacher Application Package, along with a cover letter and resume to careers@mypacificacademy.net. If your Teacher Application Package is already on file, please email to indicate an interest in the position.

Education Assistant

Pacific Academy is seeking trained applicants interested in joining our school team to provide support for students.


Pacific Academy is seeking qualified applicants to join our school team in supporting student learning. The successful candidate will work collaboratively with teachers and support staff to foster student growth and development.

Responsibilities may include: 

  • Provide various push-in and pull-out support to students with diverse learning needs
  • Assist with the implementation of accommodations based on a child’s IEP under the direction of the Case Manager and/or teacher
  • Work as part of a team of Education Assistants
  • Assist students with emotional regulation

 

Qualifications:

  • Education Assistant certificate
  • Experience working with students with Autism Spectrum Disorder, Down Syndrome and other diverse needs an asset
  • Criminal Record Check
  • Understanding of and commitment to Christian Education
  • Actively and personally support a Pentecostal/Charismatic statement of faith
  • Friendly, flexible, self-motivated, team player
  • Fluent in oral and written English 

Potential candidates should submit a cover letter and resume, along with any applicable certifications, to careers@mypacificacademy.net and download a Pastor Reference Form for their pastor to complete and submit directly to the email address above.

Education Assistant On-Call

Pacific Academy is seeking trained applicants interested in joining our school team to provide support for students.

Responsibilities may include: 

  • Provide support to students within the regular classroom and the Learning Support Centre
  • Assist with the implementation of IEP and Support Plans under the direction of the Learning Support Coordinator
  • Work as part of a team of Education Assistants under the direction of the Learning Support Coordinator
  • Assist students during emotional outbursts using non-violent crisis intervention strategies

 

Qualifications:

  • Education Assistant certificate
  • Experience working with students with Autism Spectrum Disorder, Down Syndrome, Behaviour Disorders an asset
  • Criminal Record Check
  • Understanding of and commitment to Christian Education
  • Actively and personally support a Pentecostal/Charismatic statement of faith
  • Friendly, flexible, self-motivated, team player
  • Fluent in oral and written English
     

Potential candidates should submit a cover letter and resume along with certifications, if applicable, to careers@mypacificacademy.net and download a Pastor Reference Form for their pastor to complete and submit directly to careers@mypacificacademy.net.

Payroll Coordinator

Pacific Academy is seeking an experienced Payroll Coordinator to join our Finance Team. The ideal candidate will bring strong experience in payroll administration, benefits, and pensions, along with excellent attention to detail and a thorough understanding of payroll processes and compliance. We are looking for a collaborative team player who values accuracy, confidentiality, and service.

As a member of the Pacific Academy team, this individual will actively support and contribute to PA’s vision, mission and values.

A full job description can be found Here.

Applicants should submit a cover letter, resume, and Pastor Reference Form to careers@mypacificacademy.net 

Note: The Pastoral reference form must be completed and submitted directly by the pastor to careers@mypacificacademy.net

Custodian

Pacific Academy is looking to hire hard-working custodians to service our community. Responsibility will involve evening and weekend hours. 

Custodian Daily Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Perform daily routine cleaning duties.
  • Knowledge of standard cleaning methods and procedures
  • Work with a maintenance team to ensure all areas are cleaned and stocked with necessary items.
  • Ability to work with minimal supervision.
  • Experience using cleaning equipment
  • Knowledge of occupational hazards safety rules (use of chemical cleaners) Notify manager regarding needed repairs to buildings or building operating systems.

The successful candidate will:

  • Actively and personally support the Pacific Academy Statement of Faith
  • Have strong collaborative and interpersonal skill with a desire to serve

The remuneration is based on experience.

The successful candidate will work closely with the custodial team.

This is a 25 hours per week employment opportunity.

How to Apply:

Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and resume to careers@mypacificacademy.net and download a Pastor Reference Form for their pastor to complete and submit directly to careers@mypacificacademy.net.

Lead Groundskeeper - Full-Time, Year-Round position

Pacific Academy is requesting applications from qualified individuals for the position of Lead Groundskeeper. This is a full time, full year salaried position with a full benefits package.
The Lead Groundskeeper directs work, resource and equipment involving campus landscaping, road and parking lot maintenance. They report to the Facility manager and are part of a team of facility staff to ensure a safe and well-maintained campus for our community.


Successful Candidate should:

  • Have a personal faith. The successful candidate will be required to provide a pastoral reference and annually sign the Pacific Academy Statement of Faith and Code of Conduct;
  • Be prepared to submit to a Criminal Record Check;
  • Minimum of 5 years experience and/or certification in Turf management and Horticulture/Landscape systems.


Responsibilities:

  • Supervision and Coordination: Overseeing and scheduling grounds related routines, handling service requests, and ensuring efficient workflow. 
  • Quality Control: Ensuring all work is completed to established standards of quality and appearance. 
  • Landscape Maintenance: Planting, pruning, mowing, fertilizing, and maintaining lawns, athletic fields gardens, trees, and shrubs. 
  • Athletic Field Maintenance: Upkeep of both natural a sand-based turf and synthetic athletics fields.
  • Hardscape Maintenance: Maintaining and overseeing the upkeep of walkways, parking lots, and other paved or structural elements. Ensure all surfaces are safe and in good condition in all seasons.
  • Equipment and Materials: Ensuring proper maintenance of groundskeeping equipment, playground inspections and repair. Managing inventory and ordering supplies. 
  • Safety and Training: Ensuring WorkSafe regulations are followed, provide training to staff on equipment operation and safety procedures. Support daytime campus security protocol.
  • Machinery operations: Knowledge and skill of operating landscaping, snow removal, lifts, tractors … equipment.


This position requires candidates to:

  • work outdoors in all weather conditions;
  • perform physical activities, tasks and skills;
  • work early mornings, weekend and holidays when called upon (e.g. Snow/ice removal or special events);
  • communicate clearly and effectively to staff both verbally and through written correspondence;
  • have an ability to lead a team as well as work independently within school expectations;
  • have Valid BC Driver's license.

 

How to Apply:

Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and resume to careers@mypacificacademy.net and download a Pastor Reference Form for their pastor to complete and submit directly to careers@mypacificacademy.net.

Teachers On-Call

Pacific Academy is requesting applications from qualified individuals for Teachers-On-Call for all divisions (K – 12)

Qualifications:

Candidates should:

  • Hold a valid British Columbia teaching certificate
  • Possess an understanding of and commitment to Christian Education
  • Actively and personally support a Pentecostal/Charismatic statement of faith

How to Apply:

In order to apply, please download our Teacher Application Package from the link below and submit a completed application along with a cover letter and resume to careers@mypacificacademy.net.

If your Teacher Application Package is already on file, please email to indicate an interest in the position.

Important Note:
Potential candidates must apply directly to Pacific Academy.

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