K/1 Classroom Teacher

Kwakwaka’wakw/Heiltsuk/Nuxalk/Oweekeno; Port Hardy; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation allowance

Professional development opportunities

Culture & language staff access

Job summary

Kakotlatsi School is seeking a K/1 Classroom Teacher to contribute to student, school team and overall school success. The role suits teachers seeking experience or those seeking a collaborative, caring environment with strong professional development opportunities. Relocation allowances are available; compensation aligns with SD#85 benefits and schedules.

Experience with First Nations contexts is valued. A BC teaching certificate is required, with access to culture & language staff to support

Qualifications

• BC teaching certification or equivalent is required.
• Experience with First Nations communities is an asset.
• Willingness to work in a collaborative, professional development–driven environment.

Responsibilities

• Teach K/1 Classroom across both primary and intermediate activities.
• Collaborate with Educational Assistants and culture/language staff.
• Support school improvement plans and participate in professional development initiatives.
• Adapt and modify curriculum to meet diverse student needs.

Skills

Classroom management

Literacy & numeracy

Team collaboration

Technology integration

Education

B.Ed with BC Teaching Certification

Tools

Educational technology

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
• Willin to travel for professional development opportunities