T25-161 Special Project Assignment, Science 10 & PHE 10/Active Living 11 – Indigenous Student L[...]

Chilliwack School District No. 33; Chilliwack; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Chilliwack School District No. 33 is seeking a Summer Learning Teacher for a special project assignment focusing on Indigenous student learning. This role involves teaching Science 10 and physical health education with a commitment to equity and community integration. Candidates with strong understanding of Indigenous culture and demonstrated teaching strategies will be preferred. Applications must include necessary documents and will be reviewed by June 10, 2025.

Qualifications

• Extensive training in teaching all areas of assignment.
• Demonstrated understanding of Sto:lo culture and heritage.
• Proven ability to differentiate instruction for diverse learners.

Responsibilities

• Teach Science 10 and PHE 10, with an emphasis on Indigenous learning.
• Involve parents as partners in student progress.
• Adapt curriculum for students experiencing difficulties.

Skills

Initiative

Team Collaboration

Child Development Awareness

Sensitivity to Indigenous Culture

Effective Communication with Parents

Education

Teaching Qualification

Job description

Posting Number: T25-161

Date Issued: June 2, 2025

POSITION

Worksite: Stó:lō Nation – 7201 Vedder Road, Chilliwack, BC

Contract Type: Special Project Assignment – Summer Learning Teacher

Assignment Area(s): 4 Week – Science 10 & PHE 10/Active Living 11 – Indigenous Student Learning on the Land

Effective Date: July 2, 2025, to July 29, 2025, 9:00 – 12:00 (class), 12:30 – 3:30 (Field trip)

Please Note: The assignment in July may not be identical to the assignment in this posted position. Summer school programs are contingent upon student enrolment. If, on or around June 27, 2025, there are insufficient class numbers for this assignment the course will be cancelled and the teaching contract will be rescinded. Teachers will be paid in accordance with the Collective Agreement (Article B.29). By accepting this assignment, teachers do not receive experience or earn seniority or aggregate months of service towards conversions to a continuing contract (B status).

Deadline for Applications: Tuesday, June 10, 2025 – 12:00 p.m.

Electronic Applications must be submitted through Make A Future and include a Cover Letter, Resume, Teaching Report, Transcripts & the names of two (2) current supervisors who can comment on your teaching.

Required Abilities, Qualifications And Experience

• extensive academic training, professional preparation, and qualifications in teaching all areas of this assignment
• knowledge of, and demonstrated application of the Ministry of Education's current philosophy, teaching practices, and evaluation/assessment/reporting procedures as applied to all areas of this assignment
• knowledge of and demonstrated ability to implement teaching practices that align with the Professional Standards for BC Educators.
• demonstrated sensitivity, awareness and understanding of child and adolescent development
• an exemplary work ethic with a proven ability to show initiative and work as an effective team member
• a demonstrated understanding of the First People's Principles of Learning
• knowledge of the community supports, and the services that are available, and how they can expand the learning of students
• provide regular reporting on student progress and demonstrate proven ability in involving parents as partners
• demonstrated knowledge and understanding of Sto:lo culture and heritage
• willingness to take a leadership role in the development of this program
• demonstrated ability to work with education partners within the Indigenous community, including but not limited to, First Nation, Metis Association, and community education leaders
• knowledge of, and successful experience with, the application of Ministry of Education's current philosophy, teaching practices and evaluation/assessment/reporting procedures as applied to all areas of this assignment in a summer learning environment
• demonstrated ability to work with a range of internal and external stakeholders (First Nations, community, District, school-teams, etc) to integrate academic achievement and Indigenous culture within a positive social, emotional, and educational learning experience
• demonstrated ability to achieve the outcomes as defined through the various policies linked to the Enhancement Agreements, School Plans, Individual student plans and Strategic Plan to support the achievement of Indigenous students
• demonstrated knowledge, understanding and practice of Indigenization of Curriculum
• preference may be given to candidates of Indigenous decent
• demonstrated ability to recognize individual students' differences and effectively differentiate instruction and assessment to meet the learning needs of all students in a diverse classroom demonstrated use of highly successful instructional strategies in the classroom to engage all students
• demonstrated ability to adapt or modify curriculum for students who are experiencing difficulties
  
  

For Further Information Contact: Rebecca Palansky, Vice Principal of Summer Learning, 604-316-1740