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1.0 FTE Continuing full-time Nle’kepmxcin (Thompson) Language Instructor

SD 58

Merritt

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CAD 60,000 - 110,000

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Job summary

An established educational institution is seeking a passionate Nle’kepmxcin Language Instructor to join their team. This full-time position offers the opportunity to teach and inspire students while promoting Indigenous culture and language. The role involves adapting teaching materials and methods to meet diverse student needs, fostering a supportive learning environment. With a commitment to inclusivity and diversity, the institution values candidates who can contribute to a reflective workforce. This is a chance to make a significant impact in the lives of students and the community.

Qualifications

Must be a speaker of the Nłeʔkepmxcin Language.
Possess a First Nations Language teacher certificate or be eligible.

Responsibilities

Support a variety of learning needs and establish positive relationships.
Adapt teaching methods to support social-emotional learning.

Skills

Nłeʔkepmxcin Language proficiency

First Nations Language teacher certificate

Understanding of Nłeʔkepmx/Syilx culture

Experience with grade-level students

Adaptation of materials for student needs

Education

Valid BC Teaching certificate

Eligibility for Letter of Permission

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MERRITT CENTRAL & DIAMOND VALE ELEMENTARY & MERRITT SECONDARY SCHOOLS

1.0 FTE Continuing full-time Nle’kepmxcin (Thompson) Language Instructor, beginning September 1, 2025.

Required Qualifications

Be a speaker of the Nłeʔkepmxcin Language.
Possess a First Nations Language teacher certificate for Nłeʔkepmxcin, or be eligible for this certificate.
Knowledge and understanding of Nłeʔkepmx and/or Syilx culture.
Training and experience working with grade-level students.
Experience with adapting materials, resources, assessments, and learning outcomes for student needs.
Valid BC Teaching certificate or eligible for Letter of Permission.

Preferred Qualifications

A commitment to supporting a variety of learning needs.
Experience/training in supporting the social-emotional learning needs of students.
A commitment to establishing and maintaining positive relationships with students, staff and parents.
A commitment to working as a member of a school team in support of students.

School District 58 is working to ensure an inclusive, diverse and representative workforce. Successful candidates will recognize that consistent with the UN Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples (UNDRIP), the BC Human Rights Code and the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms, employment practices and procedures at all levels must reflect and demonstrate an understanding of, and response to, a diverse population.

Nicola-Similkameen School District has received approval from the Human Rights Tribunal allowing preferential hiring to persons of Indigenous ancestry. The District may give preference in hiring persons of Indigenous ancestry who possess the necessary qualifications to increase the number of Indigenous staff to be more representative of the learners we serve.

The starting annual salary for this full-time teacher position ranges from $60,090 - $109,520 , with placement on the range based on length of service and qualifications in accordance with the collective agreement.

Interested applicants should visit our district website at www.sd58.bc.ca, which provides guidance on how to apply for teaching jobs in our district. Applications must be received by 4:00 p.m. on May 22, 2025

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