Grades 1,2, &3 Elementary Teacher

Kitasoo Xai’Xais Nation; Klemtu; On-site; CAD 69,000 - 123,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff Housing Accommodation

Manulife Pension and Benefits

Meaningful Indigenous education work

Mentor next generation of educators

Coastal community and culture

Job summary

Kitasoo Xai’xais Nation is seeking a full-time Grades 1–3 Elementary Teacher based in Klemtu, BC. You will plan, deliver, and assess BC Curriculum-aligned instruction in a safe, inclusive, culturally responsive environment that respects Kitasoo Xai’xais values and traditions.

You will collaborate with staff, families, and the community to promote student success, incorporating Indigenous perspectives and land-based learning into daily practice.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Education degree from a recognized institution.
• Valid and/or current BC teaching certificate or eligibility for certification through the BC Teacher Regulation Branch.
• Experience teaching Grades 1–3 is preferred.
• Strong understanding of foundational literacy, numeracy, and early childhood development.
• Knowledge of differentiated instruction, inclusive education, and student assessment.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver developmentally appropriate lessons aligned with the BC Curriculum.
• Develop foundational literacy and numeracy skills through engaging, differentiated activities.
• Integrate First Peoples Principles of Learning, Indigenous perspectives, and land-based learning opportunities.
• Assess, monitor, document, and report student learning and progress.
• Collaborate with families, Education Assistants, and community to support student success.

Skills

Collaborative teaching

Culturally responsive education

Classroom management

Communication

Differentiated instruction

Education

Bachelor of Education

BC teaching certification eligibility

Job description

• We are seeking a visionary, compassionate grade 1, 2 and 3 Elementary teacher who is more than a teacher-a mentor, motivator, and change-maker committed to educational excellence and cultural respect within the community.
• Make a real impact on community education while living and working in a stunning coastal setting.

Collaborate with your principal, teaching staff and Education Assistant to enable positive behavior supports to enhance their classroom dynamics for the children and youth.

• This role is about building trust, honoring traditions, empowering students, and turning challenges and ideas into meaningful action.
• If you're ready to lead with heart, strategy, and purpose, we'd love to welcome you to our school family.

Grades 1–3 Elementary Teacher

Kitasoo Xai’xais Community School
Klemtu, British Columbia

Position:Grades 1–3 Elementary Teacher
Reports To:School Principal

Pay could range: CA$69,000.00 - CA$122,738.00 per year based on years’ experience and salary grid

A. Summary of Duties

The Grades 1–3 Teacher is responsible for planning, delivering, and assessing quality educational programs aligned with the British Columbia Curriculum. The teacher will provide a safe, inclusive, culturally responsive, and engaging learning environment that supports students’ academic, social, emotional, and cultural development.

The teacher will work collaboratively with school staff, families, and the community to promote student success while respecting and incorporating the values, culture, and traditions of the Kitasoo Xai’xais Nation.

B. Key Responsibilities

• Curriculum and Instruction
• Plan and deliver developmentally appropriate lessons aligned with the BC Curriculum.
• Develop foundational literacy and numeracy skills through engaging, hands-on, and differentiated learning activities.
• Integrate First Peoples Principles of Learning, Indigenous perspectives, and land-based learning opportunities.
• Student Assessment and Support
• Assess, monitor, document, and report student learning and progress.
• Identify individual learning needs and provide appropriate instructional adaptations.
• Collaborate with support staff and families in developing and implementing Individual Education Plans (IEPs), as appropriate.
• Classroom Management and Student Well-Being
• Establish a safe, respectful, inclusive, and supportive classroom environment.
• Promote positive behaviour, social-emotional learning, and student well-being.
• Ensure appropriate supervision and student safety during school activities.
• Collaboration and Communication
• Maintain positive and professional communication with parents and guardians.
• Collaborate with Education Assistants, colleagues, school administration, and student support professionals.
• Participate in staff meetings, professional development, school activities, and community events.
• Professional Responsibilities
• Follow school policies, procedures, and professional standards.
• Maintain accurate student records, attendance, assessments, and required documentation.
• Demonstrate professionalism, confidentiality, cultural sensitivity, and ethical conduct.
• Perform other teaching-related duties as reasonably assigned by the School Principal.

C. Qualifications

• Bachelor of Education degree from a recognized institution.
• Valid and or current BC teaching certificate or eligibility for certification through the BC Teacher Regulation Branch.
• Experience teaching primary grades (Grades 1–3) is preferred.
• Strong understanding of foundational literacy, numeracy, and early childhood development.
• Knowledge of differentiated instruction, inclusive education, and student assessment.
• Strong classroom management, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with students, families, colleagues, and community members.
• Understanding of or willingness to learn about First Nations cultures, perspectives, and educational practices.
• Commitment to student well-being, professional growth, and culturally responsive education.

Deadline for applications: ongoing until staff is hired. Criminal Record Check will be required. Only those shortlisted for the position will be contacted for interview. We would like to thank all applicants for their interest in this position.

Additionally, the following skills and background will be highly valued:

Educational Leadership: Curriculum, formative and summative assessment, student achievement, EA support
People Leadership: Motivation, delegation, conflict resolution
Operations & Accountability: Organization, policies, reporting, and safety
Community & Communication: Relationship-building, collaboration, cultural/community responsiveness

As our ideal candidate, you will possess excellent communication, relationship-building, and problem-solving skills, along with cultural competency and sensitivity to Indigenous traditions and protocols. You are organized, adaptable, and skilled at balancing technical education knowledge with community-focused leadership.

This is an opportunity for a strategic and hands-on teacher who is passionate about strengthening Indigenous education systems, mentoring future leaders, and delivering meaningful, sustainable impact for the Kitasoo Xai’xais Nation community's children and youth.

In the 1860s, our two distinct nations came together in Klemtu: the Kitasoo Nation of the islands and the Xai’xais Nation of the mainland. Today, our community resides in Klemtu, on the east side of Swindle Island on BC’s central coast (about 500km north of Vancouver), in the heart of the Great Bear Rainforest. We have 517 Nation members, 319 of whom live on reserve. Our village is served by a grocery store, a post office, community sports facility, bighouse, child care centre, Grade 1-12 school, and a health clinic.

Working with Kitasoo Xai’xais Nation means joining a community that values collaboration, accountability, and long‑term vision. The Nation is dedicated to building a healthy and prosperous future for our people, where housing, infrastructure, and economic development support both cultural continuity and community well‑being.

For more information, please visit our website: klemtu.com/

About the Opportunity

Kitasoo Xai’xais Nation is looking for a full-time Grade 1, 2 and 3 elementary teacher based in Klemtu, BC

Reporting to the principal and working closely with the teaching staff and education asssistant(s), the teacher is responsible for the grades 1,2 and 3 class in collaboration with an Education Assistant.

About the Benefits

Compensation is based on skills and experience; it can range a competitive annual salary of based on category scale grid based on your experience with excellent benefits:

• Staff Housing Accommodation
• Manulife Pension and Benefits
• Opportunity to work on unique and meaningful educational pursuits that directly support an Indigenous community
• Chance to mentor and build capacity for the next generation of education
• Picturesque coastal location with a strong sense of community and culture

If you share our values and have the skills necessary to bring success to the role,