Working at ACS
Staff at ACS are hired as people of faith who love children and/or adolescents, can wholeheartedly 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 accepting applications for a CROSSING GUARD at our elementary campus to help ensure the well-being of our students, parents, and staff. This position is part-time and commences immediately.
The crossing guard will assist pedestrians at the crosswalk before- and after-school, maintain a welcoming presence, and help identify safety risks on school grounds. Compensation is $20 per hour. View the full job description.
We welcome applicants with the following:
- Minimum 19 years of age; high school diploma or equivalent preferred
- Reliability, punctuality, and attentiveness to safety
- Comfortability working outdoors in all weather
- Ability to stand and walk for extended periods
- First Aid/CPR certification an asset
Applicants should be available for the following school day schedule:
- 7:40-8:40 am Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday (8:30-9:30 on Thursday late start)
- 2:20-3:20 pm Monday to Friday
Eligible applicants should send a cover letter, resume, references, credentials to the following:
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: until the position is 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.
Abbotsford Christian School is accepting applications for an EDUCATIONAL ASSISTANT at our secondary campus. This position is full-time and will commence September 1, 2025. Compensation range is $27.76 – $34.72 per hour. For more information, please review the full job description.
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: until the position is 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.
Abbotsford Christian School is now accepting applications for a GRADE 2 CLASSROOM TEACHER for the 2025-2026 school year. This part-time (0.30-0.50 FTE), fixed-term (maternity leave), salaried, job-share position begins on November 12, 2025.
Our current staff is highly skilled, dedicated, creative, and passionate, and they model Christ in their actions; we are looking for the right candidate to complement our team. We encourage applicants to review our Educator Opportunity Profile for additional information about teaching at ACS.
To learn more about how our mission to engage minds, nurture hearts, and shape God’s world plays out in ACS’ classrooms, we encourage you to read the stories of deeper learning experiences and projects in our 2024-2025 Annual Report.
Specific qualifications include:
- BA degree in Education (or equivalent)
- A valid BC Teaching Certificate
- A clear and compelling vision for a 21st Century Christian education.
- Evidence of a strong commitment to the Christian faith.
The ideal applicant must:
- Demonstrate evidence of a deep and disciplined understanding of the Christian worldview.
- Possess the ability to confidently teach in an elementary classroom.
- Demonstrate a willingness to work in a team environment in a progressive and creative school.
- With the classroom colleagues, plan and maintain a learning environment that promotes the health, security, and well-being of children.
- Establish positive, collaborative working relationships with school staff, community partners, families, and children.
- Exhibit confident communication skills when engaging with parents, students, and colleagues.
- Knowledge of, willingness to implement a structured literacy program.
- Experience with project-based learning or deeper learning pedagogies.
The salary range for this position is $56,000 – $94,000, dependent on an applicant’s qualifications and experiences.
Please send a cover letter, resume, statement of faith (500 words or less), philosophy of Christian education (500 words or less), references, and any applicable credentials to:
KARIN RIEMER, ELEMENTARY PRINCIPAL
Abbotsford Christian School
3939 Old Clayburn Road
Abbotsford, BC V3Y 1J9
Email:
CLOSING DATE: October 3, 2025
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.
Abbotsford Christian School is accepting applications for GUEST TEACHERS at our elementary campus.
Applicants should be committed to Christian education, have their teaching certificate and/or experience, and enjoy working with youth. Guest teachers-on-call may have areas of specialty, but they may be asked to teach in any grade or subject area.
Successful applicants will have strong references and will understand the complexity of working in an inclusive classroom. They will show evidence of strong interpersonal communication skills and be comfortable with technology.
Compensation: $250.00 / day
Please send your resume, Statement of Faith, and credentials to:
SHERRY JENSEN, HUMAN RESOURCES
Abbotsford Christian School
35011 Old Clayburn Road
Abbotsford, BC V2S 7L7
Phone: 604.755-1891 x4207
CLOSING DATE: until positions are filled
Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.