On behalf of Vancouver Island West School District 84, we wish to welcome you to our District! We hope you will enjoy your time here, and experience the many wonderful opportunities that our District has to offer, both inside and outside the classroom.
In our District, you will find many opportunities to become an integral member of the community. We value employees who enjoy a remote and rural lifestyle and who are dedicated to making a difference in our students, our schools, and our communities.
Our schools provide the support and learning opportunities that enable our students to have the skills and capacity to succeed as students and to pursue their career plans. Many of our classes are multi-grade and represent a diversity of student needs. The Board and the District make a priority of placing resources and services at the school level.
As a new employee to the District, your supervisor will provide you with an orientation to your worksite and will be there to support and guide you as you become accustomed to your new job and location. Please feel comfortable to seek the help of your supervisor and your colleagues at any time.
The staff members in the School Board Office are very helpful and will point you in the right direction if you have any questions about your employment, housing, reimbursements, benefits, etc. Please feel free to contact us at 250-283-2241 during regular business hours or email us at hr@viw.sd84.bc.ca.
You will be provided with an SD84 e-mail address and will also be required to complete three online courses before your employment – WHMIS 2015, Bullying and Harassment Awareness, and Orientation of New Staff. Information will be provided.
As you settle into your role, we encourage you to take an active part in shaping a positive and supportive work environment for both yourself and your colleagues. Your ideas, enthusiasm, and dedication contribute not only to the success of our students but also to the overall health of our workplaces.
In addition to fostering a supportive and engaging work environment, the District is equally committed to maintaining accuracy and fairness in employee compensation. Clear and timely payroll practices ensure that every staff member’s hard work is properly recognized.
A timesheet calculator ensures work hours are recorded accurately, allowing payments to be processed with consistency and transparency. This attention to detail reflects our broader commitment to integrity, fairness, and respect for every employee’s contribution to the success of our schools and communities.
By sharing feedback, collaborating with your team, and embracing opportunities for growth, you play a key role in rebuilding company culture, ensuring that every new employee feels welcomed, valued, and empowered. Together, we can continue to foster an environment where learning, respect, and community thrive at every level of the District.
All the best!