K/1 Classroom Teacher

Kwakwaka’wakw/Heiltsuk/Nuxalk/Oweekeno; Port Hardy; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation allowance

Professional development opportunities

Culture & language support

Competitive wages & benefits

Pension plan contributions

Job summary

Kakotlatsi School is seeking a qualified K/1 Classroom Teacher with BC Teaching Certification or equivalent. The role emphasizes strong academics and interpersonal skills within a caring, collaborative setting and benefits from relocation support.

The school works with the Quatsino Band Council to provide culturally relevant education, with access to culture & language staff and robust professional development opportunities. On-site supports and competitive wages are offered.

Qualifications

• Strong literacy/numeracy background preferred.
• Experience with First Nations communities is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Teach K/1 classroom with focus on student success.
• Collaborate with school team and educational assistants to support learners.

Skills

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Collaborative work

Education

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.caandwww.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