26-T-62 - 0.4 Indigenous Support Teacher

School District 20, Kootenay-Columbia; Castlegar; On-site; CAD 64,000 - 118,000; Full time

Job summary

Kinnaird Elementary School in Castlegar invites applications for a 0.4 FTE Indigenous Support Teacher (Tuesdays & Thursdays). Temporary: Immediately - Dec 18, 2026, with potential extension.

The role focuses on embedding Indigenous knowledge and supporting students with academic and social-emotional needs. Qualifications include BC Certification and a Bachelor of Education or equivalent, plus experience with learning management systems and collaborative teamwork.

Qualifications

• BC Certification and a Bachelor of Education or equivalent.
• Experience with a variety of learning management systems.
• Ability to use diverse teaching and assessment strategies.
• Ability to work effectively in a team.
• Ability to support Indigenous knowledge in learning experiences.
• Ability to implement programs to assist academic, personal and social-emotional needs.
• Ability to connect with families to foster home-school-community communication.
• Strong communication, interpersonal and classroom management skills.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Indigenous knowledge

Classroom management

Student support

Education

Bachelor of Education or equivalent

BC Certification

Tools

Learning Management Systems

Job description

Kootenay-Columbia School District No. 20

Teaching Vacancy

2026-2027

Posting Date: September 24, 2026

Competition # 26-T-62

Kinnaird Elementary School

0.4 FTE Indigenous Support Teacher (Tuesday & Thursday)

Temporary: Immediately - December 18, 2026, or full return of the incumbent

NOTE: This assignment may end prior to the end date, or it may be extended.

Qualifications

• BC Certification
• Bachelor of Education or equivalent
• Experience with a variety of learning management systems
• Demonstrated ability to use a variety of teaching and assessment strategies
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a team environment
• Demonstrated ability to support classroom teachers with the embedding of Indigenous knowledge and perspectives in student learning experiences for all students
• Demonstrated ability to implement programs and services to assist with academic, personal, and social-emotional needs
• Demonstrated ability to connect with families to build effective communication between home, school, and community supports
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and classroom management skills

The annual salary for this position ranges from $64,012 to $118,237, with placement on the range based on length of service and qualifications in accordance with the collective agreement.

Applicants agree to confidential reference checks, including all previous employers.

We appreciate your interest but regret that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.