K/1 Classroom Teacher

Kwakwaka’wakw/Heiltsuk/Nuxalk/Oweekeno

Coal Harbour

On-site

CAD 70,000 - 95,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Relocation allowance

Recruitment & Retention allowance

SD#85 Salary Grid alignment

Benefits: medical, dental, extended健康,

Job summary

Kakotlatsi School in British Columbia is seeking a K/1 Classroom Teacher with strong academic and interpersonal skills to contribute to student and school success. This role is ideal for new teachers or those seeking a collaborative and caring setting.

Relocation allowance is provided; compensation follows the SD#85 Salary Grid with benefits including medical, dental, extended health and group life insurance, and pension plan contributions matched by the employer.

Qualifications

B.Ed with BC Teaching Certification or equivalent (must be eligible for BC certification).
Experience working with First Nations considered an asset but not mandatory.
Teachers have access to full-time culture & language staff available to assist with all cultural aspects of teaching in our school.

Skills

Classroom management

Team collaboration

Cultural sensitivity

Interpersonal skills

Education

B.Ed with BC Teaching Certification or equivalent

Job description

K/1 Classroom Teacher

The Kakotlatsi School is looking for an individual with strong academic and interpersonal skills who is willing to contribute to our student, school team and overall school success.This position is perfect for new teachers (looking for experience) or teachers looking to work in a caring and collaborative setting.

The Kakotlatsi School works in conjunction with the Quatsino Band Council (QBC) to provide superlative educational experiences for its members. Relocation allowance provided!

Location:

Kakotlatsi School is located approximately 16 km (12 min drive) northwest of Port Hardy, BC on the Quatsino IR#18 near Coal Harbour, BC.

Please visit the listed websites in order to learn more about the wonderful attributes of the area:

http://www.visitporthardy.com

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=75y1piudzOQ#action=share

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WXdtG6Z3GJM

http://porthardy.ca/visitors/our-region/attractions-amenities/

Why Kakotlatsi School?

Smaller class sizes compared to public system (10-15 students)
In-class Educational Assistants (EA) support
Excellent professional development opportunities (local & lower mainland)
Access to second level services (SLP, OT, Behaviour Specialist etc.)
On-site Culture & Language Teachers (assist in local FN content)
Competitive wages & benefits (On par with SD#85)
Access to classroom budgets (reimbursed with little out of pocket expenses)
Professional Learning Communities (PLCs events)

Please visit our partner organizations to get a better understanding of the wonderful Pro-D opportunities provided: www.fnsa.ca and www.fnesc.ca

Compensation

Relocation allowance available
Recruitment & Retention allowance
Salary as per SD#85 Salary Grid (Regular placement +1 Step).
Benefits as per QBC Group Plan (medical, dental, extended health and group life insurance)
Pension plan contributions matched by employer based on FTE

Qualifications:

B.Ed with BC Teaching Certification or equivalent (must be eligible for BC certification).Experience working with First Nations considered an asset but not mandatory. Teachers have access to full-time culture & language staff available to assist with all cultural aspects of teaching in our school.

Additional Qualifications and Experience

Experience and skills teaching in both primary and intermediate levels considered an asset
Strong literacy and numeracy background
Willingness to participate in and implement school-wide initiatives and goals
Experience with adapting and modifying curriculum to meet the specific needs of students
Committed to individualized and group instruction utilizing a variety of effective strategies and techniques
Experience teaching in a multi-age group setting considered an a asset
Strong classroom management skills
Willingness to work in a collaborative model with staff on the school improvement plan and professional development opportunities
Strong background in computer related skills and ability to integrate technology into the learning environment
Willingness to work within a team on common school-wide literacy initiatives
Willing to travel for professional development opportunities