Term Elementary Teacher

Kootenay/Okanagan; Vernon; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

3 Weeks Vacation Pay

15 Statutory Holidays

Paid Winter Holiday Break

Cultural Leave

Discounted lift passes

15 Paid Sick Days

Employee Assistance Program

Professional Development Opportunities

Job summary

Okanagan Indian Band (OKIB) seeks a qualified Elementary Teacher to support a multi-grade classroom (K4-G7) with culturally informed, land-based learning when applicable. The role emphasizes collaboration with families, development of IEPs/IBPs, and consistency with BC curriculum and competencies.

You will work under the Vice Principal, attend regular staff and PD days, and participate in language/culture programming, with a focus on student-centered, inclusive education.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Education or equivalent
• Valid BC teaching certificate issued by the Teacher Regulation Branch
• Current First Aid/CPR certificate or willing to obtain
• Valid BC driver's license, class 5 and reliable vehicle

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with fellow teachers on Smart Goals, IEPs, IBPs, Safety Plans and attendance.
• Develop and deliver curriculum following BC curricular content and competencies.
• Prepare and submit yearly overviews to the Vice Principal.
• Manage time between grade-specific and multi-class instruction.
• Assist and team-teach in other classes and with Language and Culture programming.

Skills

Team collaboration

Communication

Cultural awareness

Student-focused teaching

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor of Education

BC teaching certificate

First Aid/CPR

BC driver's license

Tools

MS Word

MS Excel

Job description

K ʷ K ʷ LIWT L NQMAPLQS | WE LIVE AT HEAD OF THE LAKE

Located within the unceded territory of the syilx people, the Okanagan Indian Band is comprised of six reserves located in the North Okanagan.

Come join the OKIB Team and enjoy all that the beautiful Okanagan Valley has to offer, including a great climate, stunning scenery, world-class ski resorts, golf courses, wineries and beaches.

The OKIB offers a welcoming team environment and a rewarding job experience. You can expect a supportive work environment and a total compensation package which includes:

• 3 Weeks’ Vacation Pay (scheduled on school closure dates)
• 15 Statutory Holidays
• Paid Winter Holiday Break
• Cultural Leave
• Discounted Silver Star lift passes
• 15 Paid Sick Days
• Employee Assistance Program
• Professional Development Opportunities
• Pro-rated based on a ten (10) month work schedule

Hours of work: 37.5 hours per week

Start Date: September 2026

End Date: June 30, 2027

Deadline for applications: July 31, 2026

The successful applicant will be required to provide a Criminal Record Check that includes the vulnerable sector and three references

Ensuring the future through cultural, social and economic development

JOB SUMMARY

The Teacher will provide a variety of experiences that foster the child's aesthetic and artistic development, emotional, social, and cultural development, intellectual and physical development. It is important to value the contributions and needs of the parents and to work in partnership with them to provide a meaningful educational program.

REPORTING STRUCTURE

Reports to the Vice Principal.

JOB DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Collaborate with fellow teachers on Smart Goals, Individual Education Plans (IEPs), Behaviour Intervention Plans (IBPs), Safety Plans, attendance, report cards, and interim reports
• Curriculum development and delivery following BC Curricular Content and Competencies as set out by the Ministry of Education for BC
• Complete and adhere to yearly overviews submitted to school Vice Principal
• Manage time between grade specific instruction and class combined instruction
• Assist and team teach in other classes as well as with Language and Culture programming, as needed
• Identify ways to help and support student learning through intervention strategies
• Prepare and implement Individual Education Plans (IEP’s) and Individual Behaviour Plans (IBP’s), maintain records and progress reports
• Continually assess student progress and make recommendations for program changes, ensuring IEP goals are met
• Ensure students work and corrections are complete and assist students in meeting deadlines; follow up on work missed due to absences
• Classroom supervision and management and supervise field trips and other supervision duties as required
• Develop and deliver unit plans inclusive of syilx/sqilxw knowledge and land-based learning when applicable and appropriate
• Implement a student-centered learning program which enhances the explicit programs our school delivers
• Implement positive discipline when required, conflict management of student incidents
• All persons employed by the Okanagan Indian Band may be required to assist the Band in providing emergency services. Duties assigned during an emergency may differ from regular duties
• Perform other duties as required

ADMINISTRATIVE DUTIES

• Complete student report cards and interim reports using school-wide format
• Complete formalized and standardized testing, including progress monitoring when applicable
• Collaborate with fellow teachers to develop Smart Goals, Individual Education Plans (IEPs), Individual Behaviour Plans (IBPs), and Safety Plans for students, and adhere to them
• Attend regular staff meetings and team-based meetings
• Must attend nsyilxcen language classes for school staff with a willingness to learn
• Attend all school-based Professional Development Days as directed
• Ensure attendance is taken daily and document daily notes
• Keep informed of current trends in the treatment of children with special needs
• Follow all guidelines as outlined in the Cultural Immersion School Handbooks
• Complete other required reports such as First Aid reports and Incident Reports, etc.
• Communicate regularly with parents to discuss student behaviors and progress in a timely manner, both challenges and growth
• Be ready, willing, and able to physically attend work during school closures (regular school day)
• Performs all duties and responsibilities in accordance with the OKIB policies and procedures
• All persons employed by the Okanagan Indian Band may be required to assist the Band in providing emergency services. Duties assigned during an emergency may differ from regular duties

WHO ARE WE LOOKING FOR

You have education, experience, or an equivalent combination may be considered. You are community-minded, detail-oriented, have a willingness to contribute to a team and an excellent communicator.

Education

• Bachelor of Education, or equivalent
• Valid BC teaching certificate issued by the Teacher Regulation Branch
• Current First Aid/CPR certificate or willing to obtain
• Valid BC driver's license, class 5 and reliable vehicle

Experience

• Demonstrated ability to teach at an elementary level
• Ability to teach split classes and team teach all classes within the school (grades K4-G7)
• Experience working with First Nations preferred

Competencies (KSAs & Desired Attributes)

• Possesses cultural appropriateness and sensitivity towards OKIB and Community
• Demonstrate knowledge of the content being taught
• Plan for meaningful instruction, using BC curriculum content and competencies using a variety of instructional strategies
• Identify and use a variety of relevant learning resources
• Create a classroom environment conducive to student learning, and understanding of learner differences
• Establish respectful and empathetic relationships with students, families, and colleagues
• Gather and use information about students learning for assessment
• Ability to collaborate as a part of the instructional team in a multi-grade classroom
• Demonstrates consistent and fair decision making
• Demonstrate sound work ethic; punctual; respectful
• Effective verbal and written communication
• Possess cultural awareness and sensitivity; ability to exercise tact and diplomacy
• An interest in the Okanagan Language and traditional practices, and willingness to speak the Okanagan language in the classroom
• Knowledge and skill in computers, specifically MS Word and MS Excel

CLASSIFICATION/PAY SCALE

$65,000.00 - $85, 000.00 per annum dependant upon education and experience.

Preference will be given to qualified Aboriginal Applicants as per section 41 of the Human Rights Code.