WORKING AT ACS

Staff at ACS are hired as people of faith who love children and/or adolescents, can whole-heartedly support the mission and vision of our school, and can facilitate and passionately reveal God’s truth in our children. The following vision statement is ultimately what guides us and our staff as they work at ACS.

Staff Vision Statement

ACS will attract, retain, and develop staff members who are dedicated, creative, passionate, and who model Christ in their actions. Individually and collectively, staff will feel engaged, valued, and respected. ACS will be an employer of choice.

CURRENT EMPLOYMENT OPENINGS

Abbotsford Christian School is currently accepting applications for a full-time CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER/DIRECTOR OF FINANCE beginning April 1, 2025.

The Chief Financial Officer (CFO) provides Abbotsford Christian School (ACS) with financial leadership and is responsible for all financial aspects of the ACS Society. As a member of the leadership team, the CFO collaborates with stakeholders to ensure the short- and long-term financial sustainability of the school, financial alignment with strategic priorities, enhancement of operational efficiency, stewardly use of resources, and management of the Society’s exposure to risk and liability. The CFO provides oversite to the board finance team, finance department staff, director of operations, and human resources, and provides support to the board of directors by contributing to the strategic direction of the school and collaborating on school initiatives and projects.

To learn more about how ACS’ mission to engage minds, nurture hearts, and shape God’s world plays out in our classrooms, we encourage you to read the stories of deeper learning experiences and projects in our Annual Report.

The ideal candidate must have:

  • Canadian CPA designation
  • A master’s degree in business administration, financial management, or related field would be an asset
  • A minimum of five years experience in financial management
  • Background in effectively leading a team
  • Participation in strategic business growth
  • Strong knowledge of accounting principles and practices

The ideal candidate must be aligned with ACS’ core values and model adherence to the ACS Community Standards.

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The salary range for this position is $120,000 – $150,000 and is dependent on an applicant’s qualifications and experiences.

Application Process:

CLOSING DATE: February 14, 2025

Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

Abbotsford Christian School is accepting applications for GUEST EDUCATIONAL ASSISTANTS at all our campuses available immediately.  

We welcome applicants with the following:

  • SETA Certificate, Education Assistant Certificate or related training
  • Experience in providing learning support to students with complex needs and learning challenges i.e. FASD, ASD, ADHD, LD, DCD
  • Able to demonstrate an understanding of inclusive educational practices
  • Able to demonstrate competent technology skills
  • Able to demonstrate strong interpersonal, communication and collaborative skills
  • Experience working in a school setting is an asset

Compensation: $140/ day

Eligible applicants should send their cover letter, resume, references, credentials, and a brief statement of how the role of support worker in a Christian school connects to your faith. Please send your application to:

HUMAN RESOURCES
Abbotsford Christian School
35011 Old Clayburn Road
Abbotsford, BC V2S 7L7
Phone: 604.755.1891 Fax: 604.850.7075
Email:  

CLOSING DATE: until positions are filled.

Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

Abbotsford Christian School is currently accepting applications for a full-time MIDDLE SCHOOL LEARNING SUPPORT SERVICES (LSS) COORDINATOR for the 2025-26 school year.

This LSS Coordinator would join a collaborative team that is responsible for all aspects of the LSS department. This includes programming for learning support and special education students, supervising educational assistants and their workload, and communicating with parents and staff all in keeping with the mission and vision of ACS. The coordinator would report directly to the campus principal and work closely with the Director of Learning Support Services. For additional information, we encourage applicants to review the full job description.

Specific qualifications include:

  • Teacher Certification within BC with at least two years of successful teaching experience
  • Clear understanding of Christian education
  • Experience or training in special education or related field
  • Special education and coordinator leadership experience preferred

The ideal applicant must:

  • Demonstrate evidence of a deep and disciplined understanding of the Christian worldview
  • Articulate a clear and compelling vision for a 21st Century Christian education
  • Have the ability to build rapport with students
  • Have a reputation for being an excellent educator and model servant leadership
  • Have experience with project-based learning or Deeper Learning pedagogies
  • Demonstrate a willingness to work in a team environment in a progressive and creative school
  • Be able to work professionally and confidently with the ability to adapt to situations as needs arise
  • Demonstrate a willingness to learn

The salary range for this position is $56,000 – $94,000, and is dependent on an applicant’s qualifications and experiences.

Please send your resume, a list of references, and a short essay explaining your personal philosophy of Christian education and its implications for special education to:

SHERRY JENSEN, HUMAN RESOURCES
Abbotsford Christian School
35011 Old Clayburn Road
Abbotsford, BC V2S 7L7
Phone: 604.755.1891
Email:   

CLOSING DATE: December 16, 2024, or until the position is filled.

While we appreciate all applications and inquiries, only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

Abbotsford Christian School is accepting applications for EDUCATIONAL ASSISTANTS at our elementary and secondary campuses. These positions are part- to full-time and commence on February 1, 2025, lasting until June 30, 2025. Compensation range is $26.95 – $32.46 per hour.

We welcome applicants with the following:

  • SETA Certificate, Education Assistant Certificate, or related training
  • Experience in providing learning support to students with complex needs and learning challenges (i.e. FASD, ASD, ADHD, LD, DCD)
  • Ability to demonstrate an understanding of inclusive educational practices
  • Ability to demonstrate competent technology skills
  • Ability to demonstrate strong interpersonal, communication, and collaborative skills
  • Ability to perform the required duties within an emotionally and physically demanding environment

Eligible applicants should send a cover letter, resume, references, credentials, and a brief statement of how the role of support worker in a Christian school connects to your faith. Please send your application to:

SHERRY JENSEN, HUMAN RESOURCES
Abbotsford Christian School
35011 Old Clayburn Road
Abbotsford, BC V2S 7L7
Phone: 604.755.1891 Fax: 604.850.7075
Email:

CLOSING DATE: January 15, 2025, or until filled

Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. Candidates should note, however, that in the event outstanding applicants are identified early in the search process, ACS reserves the right to make an appointment at any time. For this reason, it is important that interested candidates apply as soon as possible.