Grade 3 Teacher- Maternity- Term Certain
Nak'al Bun Elementary School is a First Nations school in beautiful Fort St. James. Our school has an average population of 160 students. We are located in a beautiful, new building complete with the latest technology and full, highly qualified support staff. We have small class sizes, averaging 20 students per class. Every class is a single grade throughout the entire school, and we support our students through ability groupings for reading and math. We also focus on teaching the local Carrier culture and language as part of our school programming.
This posting is for a grade 3 maternity leave.
Position Summary
The Grade 3 Teacher in Nak’al Bun Elementary School plans, delivers, and assesses curriculum
while deeply integrating local Indigenous language, culture, and land-based education. Can you
foster a supportive, culturally safe environment tailored to students' needs while promoting
academic achievement alongside cultural identity? If so, we would like to meet with you.
Key Responsibilities
- Cultural Integration: Integrate elements of the Carrier/Dakelh language, history,
traditions, and culture into classroom curriculum.
- Curriculum Delivery: Develop and implement lesson plans based on Ministry of
Education standards, adapted for local community contexts and diverse learning styles.
- Pedagogy: Utilize experiential, land-based learning and traditional teaching methods.
- Student Support: Assess student progress regularly, maintain anecdotal records, and
create remedial plans to help students achieve potential.
- Community Engagement: Actively participate in community events, engage with parents,
and show a commitment to cultural awareness and professional development in
Indigenous education.
- Classroom Management: Establish a positive, safe, and respectful learning environment.
Qualifications
- Bachelor of Education (B.Ed.) and a valid Teaching Certificate (e.g., BC Ministry of Education
Certification).
- Demonstrated knowledge of, and sensitivity towards, First Nations culture, history, and
community contexts.
- Proven experience working with Indigenous students or in a similar educational setting.
- Willingness to learn the Carrier/Dakelh language.
- Valid Criminal Record Check (Vulnerable Sector Search).
Requirements
- Resume/Cover Letter
- Teaching Evaluations/Practicum Reports
- Teaching Qualification/License (BC Teaching Cert/TQS card)
- Transcripts upon request
- 3 professional references and the ability to contact them
- A commitment to the holistic (physical, mental, emotional, spiritual) development of
students.
- Familiarity with the TRC’s Calls to Action
- Excellent communication skills for working with students, parents, and colleagues.
- Ability to work within a team, including with Cultural Teachers and Elders.
Successful candidates will be provided with a moving allowance, will receive a very competitive salary, will receive a comprehensive benefit package and have a group RRSP package.
Please forward an updated resume, as well as all supporting documents. Include a minimum of 3 references including a most recent supervisor.
Please send cover letter, resume, and CRC to:
Dave Mack, Principal, Nak'al Bun Elementary
[email protected]
Pay: $64,000.00-$111,000.00 per year
Work Location: In person
