Contract Teacher Teaching on Call, Grades 7-12, 1.0 FTE temporary

School District #5 (Southeast Kootenay); Fernie; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 119,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits package

Pension

Job summary

The School District No. 5 (Southeast Kootenay) invites applicants for a Contract Teacher Teaching on Call position (Grades 7–12) at Fernie Secondary School in Fernie, BC. This 1.0 FTE temporary role runs from Oct 23, 2026 to Jun 25, 2027, with work assigned by Human Resources and on-site requirements.

Applicants must hold a degree or formal training with teaching experience at the secondary level. BC Teacher Certification is preferred, and a strong background in the relevant subjects is

Qualifications

• Degree or formal training in teaching and/or teaching experience at the secondary level.
• BC Teacher Certification is preferred.
• Must have teaching experience in subjects and levels as posted.

Education

BC Teacher Certification

Degree in Education or relevant qualification

Job description

Posting Number: T7-4074578 - Round 1

Description: Contract Teacher Teaching on Call, Grades 7-12

Location : Fernie Secondary School, Fernie, BC

Contract Type : Full-time Temporary (1.0 FTE)

Salary Range: The starting annual salary for this teaching position ranges from $70,392 to $119,187, with placement on the range based on length of service and qualifications in accordance with the collective agreement.

Benefits: We offer a competitive benefits package and pension.

Terms and conditions pursuant to the Collective Agreement between the Cranbrook and Fernie Teachers' Association and School District No. 5 (Southeast Kootenay).

• Preference will be given to applicants with BC Teacher Certification.
• Must have a degree/formal training and/or teaching experience in subjects and at a level specific to each posting.

Job Summary:

Contract Teacher Teaching on Call, Grades 7-12

1.0 FTE temporary contract, starting October 23, 2026 or upon completion of the posting process to June 25, 2027.

Must have a degree/formal training and or teaching experience at the Secondary level. It would be considered an asset to have a degree/diploma or certification in Learning Services/Inclusive Education.

This position will be utilized in order of priority to support Fernie Secondary School. Work will be assigned daily by the Human Resources Department. Please note that all work will be on site.

• Please see the detailed job description for this position at this link.

Please note: Continuing teachers will need to vacate their continuing assignment in order to accept a temporary assignment, unless the FTE is greater in the temporary job posting.

The successful applicant will be subject to the terms of the Criminal Records Review Act. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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