Indigenous K-3 Teacher: Trauma-Informed, Land-Based

Tsilhqot'in/Carrier/Sekani; Quesnel; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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Job summary

Nusdeh Whesulh Elementary School in Quesnel, BC, seeks a caring teacher to lead Kindergarten to Grade 3, delivering the BC curriculum through an inclusive, culturally grounded, land-connected approach with a supportive team.

You will collaborate with child development support workers, Elders, and family support staff; foster trauma-informed, protective classrooms; and help build a new Indigenous led school from its first year.

Qualifications

• BC Ministry of Education and Child Care teaching certification, or eligibility for certification to teach in a BC independent school.
• Experience in inclusive education, including supporting children with higher needs and diverse learning profiles.
• Experience working with vulnerable children and families, such as children affected by violence in the home or children in care and transitioning from care.
• Knowledge of trauma informed practice and strengths based approaches.
• Understanding of and respect for Indigenous cultures, histories, and ways of knowing, and a commitment to Truth and Reconciliation.
• Strong relational, communication, and teamwork skills.
• Clear Criminal Record Check (vulnerable sector)

Responsibilities

• Plan, deliver, and assess Kindergarten to Grade 3 instruction that follows the BC curriculum and the Binygunchagh Deyen philosophy of the school
• Create a safe, predictable, trauma informed classroom where every child belongs
• Develop and carry out inclusive education plans (IEPs) and adaptations for learners with diverse and higher support needs
• Bring land based learning, Indigenous knowledge, language, and culture into daily teaching
• Build trusting relationships with families and caregivers, including families receiving parenting supports
• Work with support workers, Elders, and community partners as part of a wraparound care team
• Track and share student progress with families in a strengths based way
• Uphold student safety, confidentiality, and duty to report obligations

Skills

Inclusive education

Trauma-informed approach

Teamwork

Communication

Indigenous knowledge sensitivity

Education

BC teaching certification or eligibility

Job description

Nusdeh Whesulh Elementary School in Quesnel, BC, seeks a caring teacher to lead Kindergarten to Grade 3, delivering the BC curriculum through an inclusive, culturally grounded, land-connected approach with a supportive team.

You will collaborate with child development support workers, Elders, and family support staff; foster trauma-informed, protective classrooms; and help build a new Indigenous led school from its first year.