Temp FT (1.0) Indigenous Transition Coach/Support Teacher (2025-26)

School District 60; Fort St. John; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 112,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative school district is seeking a dedicated Indigenous Transition Coach/Support Teacher to foster an inclusive and supportive learning environment for diverse students. This role involves collaborating with educators, implementing effective teaching strategies, and promoting Indigenous culture within the curriculum. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in enhancing student success and well-being, ensuring every student feels a sense of belonging. Join a vibrant community committed to student-centered learning and enjoy the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of students.

Benefits

Relocation Allowance

Recruitment Allowance

Medical Benefits

Dental Benefits

Extended Health Insurance

Group Life Insurance

Professional Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• Valid BC Teaching Certificate required.
• Experience in teaching middle years subjects and supporting Indigenous students.

Responsibilities

• Support Indigenous students through personalized learning plans.
• Collaborate with staff to enhance student learning and inclusion.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Collaboration Skills

Classroom Management

Differentiation Techniques

Social Emotional Learning

Indigenous Cultural Knowledge

Education

BC Ministry of Education Teaching Certificate

Recent Coursework in First Nations Studies

Tools

Insight Documentation

Job description

Position Description

A temporary full time (1.0) Indigenous Transition Coach/Support Teacher is required by School District No. 60 (Peace River North) effective September 1, 2025 to June 30, 2026. The assignment will be at Dr. Kearney Middle School.

Dr. Kearney Middle School is a vibrant middle school offering classes in grades 7-9. We enroll a diverse student population of 600, 25% of whom are of Indigenous descent. We have an active Parent Advisory Committee and a supportive parent community. Our school is committed to student-centered learning, a focus on collaborative planning, and a caring environment to provide quality education. Our other exciting opportunities for students include our outstanding visual and performing arts programs, Hockey Academy, and the range of other extracurricular opportunities available to students, including volleyball, basketball, cross-country running and track and field. Please see for more information.

Qualifications And Experience

• Valid BC Ministry of Education Teaching Certificate (or eligible for)
• Qualifications and demonstrated ability to teach the identified subjects at the middle years level
• Experience with universal design and differentiation to meet the diverse needs of students
• Excellent interpersonal, communications, collaboration and organization skills
• Experience/training/knowledge of Social Emotional Learning. Demonstrated ability to create a positive classroom community contributing to a safe, caring, and healthy school where every student feels a sense of belonging
• Strong belief in the philosophy of inclusion and the potential of all students to learn
• Understanding of the BC Curriculum and ability to plan both short-term and long-term in consideration of class composition
• Willingness to work in a collaborative model with staff on the foundation of enhancing student learning
• Demonstrated use of classroom management practices that are pro-active and maintain student dignity
• Demonstrated use of assessment practices that promote student learning and maintain student dignity
• Experience Working with First Nations Communities and schools around the academics and social-emotional well-being of Indigenous Students
• Providing tutorial support in 1:1 settings, small groups and in the classroom - emphasis on numeracy and literacy skills
• Recent coursework in First Nations Studies
• Knowledge and ability to promote appropriate Indigenous culture within the program
• Collaborate effectively with Administrators, Indigenous team, and classroom teachers to improve student success
• Collaborate with classroom teachers to integrated Indigenous content and principles of learning across subject areas
• Regularly monitor student attendance and learning programs
• Identify and monitor student development through: Response to Intervention (RTI) model and other effective educational strategies
• Ability to do Indigenous Student "Learning Journeys" and assist with Student Learning Plans
• Must adhere to the Transition Coach/Support Teacher responsibility timeline provided by Indigenous Adminstrator
• All student service must be documented in Insight
• Ability to work independently and with all Indigenous team members
• Oral and written fluency in an Indigenous language would be an asset
• Valid BC drivers license, local travel will required the use of a personal vehicle
• Preference will be given to qualified applicants of Indigenous ancestry
• Other duties assigned by the Dr. Kearney Administration and District Indigenous Principal
  
  

Interested Applicants Are Required To Supply

• Three (3) references
• Verification of qualifications (BC Teacher Certificate)
  
  

Compensation

• $2000 relocation allowance for teachers from BC, AB and Yukon and up to $4000 for teachers from other areas
• $3,035 recruitment allowance (paid over 10 months of the school year, based on the FTE)
• Salary as per collective agreement. Current salary grid is $65,397 - $111,952
• Benefits as per collective agreement with option to enroll in medical, dental, extended health, and group life insurance. Benefits are employer paid based on FTE
  
  

For More Information Please Contact

C. Nock, Principal, Dr. Kearney Middle School 250.263.5509 or [e-mail]

P. Jansen, District Indigenous Principal 250.785.8324/250.261.6244 or [e-mail]

Please Note

All applications with relevant documentation must be made through

Make A Future for consideration for the position

About School District 60

School District 60 is noted for innovative educational practices and excellent cooperative relationships between all educational partners. Our district is made up of dedicated, energetic professionals for whom the achievement and well-being of their students is a first priority. Together we challenge, encourage and support all learners to be responsible for developing their abilities with respect for self, others and the environment.

School District 60 is progressive and growing. There are 23 schools with School District No. 60 (Peace River North). The district’s schools provide education services to approximately 6000 ethnically and demographically diverse students.

School District 60 is located on the eastern side of the Rocky Mountains in the northern tip of the Canadian Prairies in beautiful Fort St. John, BC. Fort St John is 478 km northeast of Prince George and 1,237 km north of Vancouver, situated near the border with neighbouring Alberta, 214 km west of Grande Prairie, Alberta. The region’s economy is prosperous and expanding. Fort St John is a city for all seasons and year-round playground for those who like pristine wilderness, an active lifestyle, cosmopolitan city life and the enthusiasm of an energetic community.

Why School District 60

• Professional development opportunities
• Supportive culture of teacher collaboration
• Curriculum and teacher supports
• French Immersion, music, & outdoor education programs
• Advanced technology facilities and resources
• Progressive and growing district
• Innovative educational practices
  
  

School District No. 60 (Fort St John)

10112 105 Avenue, Fort St John, BC V1J 4S4