Primary Teacher

Nisga'a School District 92; Laxgalts'ap; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Provincial Signing Bonus

Recruitment & Retention Allowance

Staff housing (partially furnished)

Moving allowance

Mentoring and instructional coaching

Job summary

The Nisga'a School District No. 92 is seeking an Elementary Teacher for Alvin A. McKay Elementary School.

The anticipated Grade 2/3 assignment will be determined by enrollment and school needs. The role emphasizes integrating Nisga'a and Indigenous perspectives within a culture-centered learning environment. Responsibilities include planning and delivering BC curriculum-aligned instruction, assessing student progress, and fostering Relationships with families and the community.

Qualifications

• Valid BC Ministry of Education Teaching Certificate (or eligibility).
• Legally permitted to work in Canada.
• Experience delivering instruction in Grades 2-3.
• Knowledge of the BC Curriculum, including learning standards and core competencies.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare, and deliver instruction aligned with BC curriculum and standards.
• Use assessment to inform instruction and support learner growth.
• Create inclusive, safe, engaging learning environments.
• Build positive relationships with learners, families, and colleagues.
• Engage in professional learning and collaborative practices.

Skills

Differentiated instruction

Collaboration

Communication

Technology in teaching

Education

BC Teaching Certificate (required)

Eligibility to work in Canada

Experience in Grades 2-3

Knowledge of BC Curriculum & core competencies

Job description

NISGA'A SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 92

4702 Huwilp Road, Phone: [phone] PO Box 240 Fax: [phone] New Aiyansh, BC V0J 1A0

Internal/External Competition

#26-84

Primary Teacher

Alvin A. McKay Elementary School

Start Date: September 1, 2026

About The Nisga'a School District

In the Nisga'a School District, we uphold our responsibility to nurture the whole child in ways that honour Nisga'a Ayuuk, our shared values, and Sayt K'ilim Goot-our commitment to working together with one heart, one path, one nation. Our learning is rooted in culture, community, and the teachings passed down through our ancestors. We serve students throughout the Nisga'a Nation, carrying forward our obligation to reconciliation through genuine relationships, respectful practice, cultural safety, and education that responds to the needs of our people. Our home in the Nass Valley offers a place unlike any other-rich with opportunities for outdoor exploration, on-the-land learning, and deep cultural connection. It is a place where living, learning, and leading are woven together with the land, the language, and the strength of our Nation.

Position Overview

The Nisga'a School District is seeking an Elementary Teacher to work with students at Alvin A. McKay Elementary School. The anticipated assignment is Grade 2/3; however, the final assignment will be determined based on current student enrollment and school organizational needs. The role is carried out within a learning environment grounded in culture, community, and connection to the land and includes contributing to reconciliation through respectful integration of Nisga'a and Indigenous perspectives in teaching and learning, supported through collaboration, professional learning, and relationships with community.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare, and deliver instruction aligned with BC curriculum and learning standards
• Use assessment to inform instruction and support learner growth over time
• Create inclusive, safe, and engaging learning environments that support the wellbeing and success of all learners
• Build positive, respectful relationships with learners, families, and colleagues
• Engage in professional learning and collaborative practices to support effective teaching and learning

Required Qualifications

• Valid BC Ministry of Education Teaching Certificate (or eligibility)
• Legally permitted to work in Canada
• Experience delivering instruction in Grades 2-3
• Knowledge of the BC Curriculum, including learning standards and core competencies

Preferred Attributes

• Ability to differentiate instruction to meet the needs of diverse learners
• Strong collaboration, communication, and relationship-building skills
• Socially responsive practice that supports student wellbeing
• Commitment to ongoing professional learning and reflective practice
• Confident use of technology to support teaching, learning, and communication

Compensation & Incentives

• Competitive salary aligned with the BCTF salary grid
• Provincial Signing Bonus (amount varies by school and is subject to eligibility and availability)
• Recruitment & Retention Allowance
• Access to affordable, partially furnished staff housing (subject to availability, $350-$600 per month)
• Moving allowance
• Mentoring and instructional coaching

Contact Information

Attention: Human Resource Department Nisga'a School District No. 92

PO Box 240, New Aiyansh, BC V0J 1A0 Email: [e-mail]