School District #8 (Kootenay Lake) has a vacancy for a 0.684 Outdoor Environmental Leadership Program Grade 7/8 teacher at W.E. Graham Community School in Slocan, B.C. This position is due to a leave of absence. The days and times will be determined by the Principal and successful candidate.
The awarded applicant will be innovative, creative, and demonstrate understanding of the BC Ed Plan, the new curriculum and the district’s student expectations. He/she will be a person who is continually striving to improve pedagogy in a changing educational environment.
Education & Certification
- Bachelor of Education (B.Ed.) or equivalent, with a focus on intermediate grades (Grade 7/8).
- Valid provincial teaching certification (e.g., BC Certificate of Qualification from the BC Ministry of Education and Child Care).
- Additional qualifications in Outdoor Education, Environmental Science, Physical Education, or Leadership (asset).
- First Aid & CPR certification ; Wilderness First Aid (WFA/WFR) is strongly preferred.
Professional Experience
- Minimum of 2–3 years teaching experience, preferably in intermediate or middle years (Grade 6–9).
- Demonstrated experience planning and leading outdoor education experiences (e.g., hiking, camping, canoeing, winter activities).
- Experience integrating cross-curricular learning in an inquiry/project-based or experiential learning model.
- Experience or training in place-based learning and Indigenous education perspectives (asset).
Leadership & Outdoor Skills
- Proficient in leading students in outdoor settings, with a strong understanding of risk management, safety protocols, and trip planning, particularly in the Slocan Valley
- Strong classroom management and group facilitation skills in both traditional and non-traditional settings.
- Capable of teaching and modeling leadership development, team-building, and resilience.
- Knowledge of Leave No Trace principles, environmental stewardship, and sustainable practices.
Personal Attributes
- Passion for the outdoors and enthusiasm for engaging students through experiential learning.
- Resilient, adaptable, and calm under pressure in dynamic environments.
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work collaboratively with staff, parents, and community partners.
- Committed to student well-being, inclusion, and social-emotional learning.
Additional Requirements
- Willingness to participate in and lead multi-day excursions and overnight trips.
- Physically fit and able to meet the demands of active outdoor activities in varied weather conditions.
Criminal record check and vulnerable sector screening clearance.
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For more information on this position – please contact the Principal, Jenn Kooznetsoff by email at [email protected]
SD8 serves families in a spectacular, biodiverse region that includes a portion of the West and East Kootenays in southeastern B.C. Its six families of schools are situated across 15,000 square kilometers of rivers, valleys, lakes, and three mountain ranges, connected by two main municipalities—the Town of Creston and the City of Nelson—with the villages of Slocan, Kaslo, Salmo and many smaller, rural communities dotted in between. Our district is a great place to live, to work, and for children to learn and thrive.
The School Board Office is located in Nelson, B.C. Our schools are dispersed geographically and range in size and composition:
- online learning and blended programs
- an extensive array of program options, including Aboriginal Education, Late French Immersion, Outdoor Programs, and a strong International Program.
Salary Range; $68,589 - $114,833 per year, in accordance with the current SD8–Kootenay Lake / KLTF Collective Agreement. Placement on the salary grid is based on qualifications and years of teaching experience as evaluated by the BC Teacher Qualification Service (TQS).
Job Description & Requirements
Applicants must be certified in British Columbia with a Professional Teaching Certificate, or be eligible for certification by the start date of the assignment. Only applications submitted on Make a Future will be considered. While the District encourages all applications, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
School District 8 supports equity hiring for Indigenous applicants.
- If you are experiencing any technical issues with your application process to contact Make A Future's customer service line as HR cannot upload or assist with these types of issues. We also cannot accept documents via email such as cover letters/resumes/transcripts/teaching reports via email as they do need to be part of the employee's Make a Future profile.
