Our People

Great people — all sharing a common purpose.

School Wide Staff Board Leadership Employment

Committed, Christian leadership is what has set Pacific Academy apart since it was first founded. Indeed, Ray Sutton, who was Headmaster from 1986-2005 established that philosophy early on and it's still very much ascribed to today by Dennis Tjernagel, Head of School as well as the entire staff, Board and Leadership Team.

Because we believe that to raise the very best Christian leaders of tomorrow, students need to be stewarded by the very best Christian leaders of today. And we've been blessed to be able to draw such a talented, committed staff of individuals here to Pacific Academy.

OUR TEAM: SCHOOL WIDE STAFF

We believe so strongly in Pacific Academy and their mission statement that we have enrolled every one of our 10 children in the school.

Maria Chifan

School Wide Staff

To explore the school staff behind the Pacific Academy vision and mission, please search by school below

Find staff members by school:

Primary School Teachers and Support Staff

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Primary School Teachers and Support Staff

Intermediate School Teachers and Support Staff

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Intermediate School Teachers and Support Staff

Middle School Teachers and Support Staff

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Middle School Teachers and Support Staff

High School Teachers and Support Staff

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High School Teachers and Support Staff

Our Board and Leadership

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Board and Leadership

Employment Opportunities

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

Administration:

Payroll Administrator

Pacific Academy is looking for a temporary, part-time (0.5 FTE) Payroll Administrator. The Payroll Administrator is responsible for processing semi-monthly payroll and reports to the Director of Finance. This position will start in April 2023 and end in June 2024.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Oversight and preparation/administration of payroll on a semi-monthly basis
Payroll reporting
Administration of benefits and pension
Preparation of internal and external reporting requirements.

Qualifications:
The successful candidate will:

Actively and personally support the Pacific Academy Statement of Faith
Have relevant payroll work experience. Experience with Payworks or similar online payroll program is an asset
Have PCP certification or willingness to seek certification
Have excellent oral and written communication skills
Have experience in Excel, MS Word, and Adobe products
Be detail oriented, professional and discreet
Be a creative thinker
Have strong collaborative and interpersonal skill with a desire to serve

The successful candidate will work closely with the accounting team. This is a 0.50 FTE position.

Potential 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 (Continuing):

School Educational Psychologist – 0.2 FTE Continuing Position

Pacific Academy is requesting applications from qualified individuals for a part-time School Educational Psychologist starting August 28, 2023.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Work with the school Counselling/Learning Support Team
Attend meetings as needed (e.g., School-Based Team, Integrated Case Management)
Provide screening assessments as needed
Support classification and declassification of student categories
Assist schools in the identification and planning process for learners with complex needs
Offer suggestions/recommendations surrounding educational program planning
Provide in-service to paraprofessionals, teachers, principals/vice principals
Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

Have a master's degree or training in a related field with a focus on school/educational psychology and be registered with the College of Psychologists of British Columbia (CPBC) or be a member of the British Columbia Association of School Psychologists (BCASP)
Have school psycho-educational assessment experience in educational setting
Possess an understanding of and commitment to Christian Education
Actively and personally support a Pentecostal/Charismatic statement of faith
Be a team player
Have strong interpersonal and consultation skills

Please submit a resume and cover letter to careers@mypacificacademy.net. Candidates must also download a Pastor Reference Form for their pastor to complete and submit directly to the email above.

Middle School Teacher (Grade 6 through 8) – 1.0 FTE Continuing position

Pacific Academy is requesting applications from qualified individuals for a continuing, full-time teacher position in the Middle School. The position will start August 28, 2023.

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
Demonstrate an ability to work collaboratively, and be willing to cooperate in the planning and implementation of project based units with the grade team
Have experience or willingness to participate in outdoor education planning and trips (i.e. Hiking, canoeing, snowshoeing)
Teaching responsibilities include, but are not limited to, grade level core subjects (Faith and learning, Literacy, Numeracy, Science, Social Studies)

Potential candidates should submit a pastor's recommendation along with a cover letter and resume to careers@mypacificacademy.net.

Primary School Teacher – 1.0 FTE Continuing position

Pacific Academy is requesting applications from qualified individuals for a continuing, full-time teaching position beginning August 28, 2023. This position will be in Kindergarten, Grade 1, or Grade 2. Please indicate your grade preference(s) in your application.

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
Have experience working in a primary education environment
Be a team player
Be fluent in oral and written English
Experience working with special needs children 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 you have already submitted a Teacher Application Package in the past year, please email to indicate an interest in the position.

Teachers (Temporary):

Middle School Teacher (Grade 6 through 8) – 1.0 FTE Temporary position (Maternity Leave)

Pacific Academy is requesting applications from qualified individuals for a temporary, full-time teaching position in the middle school. This position will start in August 28, 2023 and end on June 30, 2024.

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
Demonstrate an ability to work collaboratively, and be willing to cooperate in the planning and implementation of project based units with the grade team
Have experience or willingness to participate in outdoor education planning and trips (ie. Hiking, canoeing, snowshoeing essential)
Teaching responsibilities include, but are not limited to, grade level core subjects (Faith and Leaning, Literacy, Numeracy, Science, Social Studies, French)

Potential candidate should download and submit a completed Teacher Application Package, along with a cover letter and resume to careers@mypacificacademy.net. If you have already submitted a Teacher Application Package in the past year, please email to indicate an interest in the position.

Education Assistants:

Education Assistant

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.

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

Facilities and Support:

Custodian On-Call

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

Starting wage: $16.75

The successful candidate will work closely with the custodial team. This is an on-call position.

Teacher-On-Call

Teachers On-Call

Teacher 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