Teacher Elementary School

SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 87 P.O. BOX 190DEASE LAKE, B.C. V0C 1L0Tel. (250) 771-4440Fax (250) 771-4441De netia School Competition # 2 4- 13 Teacher : Elementary School One Year Term : August 22 , 202 4 to June 19, 2025 ( with a possibility of extension) This position is eligible for a $7,000.

00 hiring incentive School District 87 serves students and families within the unceded traditional territories of the Kaska, Tahltan, and Tlingit First Nations and we honour these relationships.

We respect and value the relationships with all other First Nations, Métis, and Inuit peoples who reside in these territories.

This land has always been a place of learning and we are thankful to live, work, and learn here. It is with respectful consideration that the programs and services provided to students and staff acknowledge their histories, cultural contributions, and contemporary concerns.

If you are a BC Certified Teacher and would like to live in a small remote northern community, work with and serve Indigenous youth, then Denetia School is the place for you.

Denetia School, located in Lower Post, BC, is a K-7 school that has small class sizes which provide an excellent opportunity for differentiated instruction and learning.

This is a positive professional growth opportunity as SD87 continuously explores innovative practices within an inquiry-based teaching and learning environment that honours Kaska ways of knowing, being and doing.

We welcome teachers who are student centered and have : B. Ed. certification. Successful experience with Indigenized Curriculum as well as First Nations Language and Culture.

Demonstrated understanding and respect for Indigenous learning and learners as well as knowledge of the Kaska Nation (preferred).

Experience engaging students outside the classroom; on-the-land learning. A team player committed to the belief that all students can learn.

The ability to connect with students in trusting and supportive ways, clarify problems and challenges, and restore harmony and respect.

Experience with Trauma Informed Practice. Excellent teaching, planning and assessment skills. Ability and commitment to work and engage collaboratively with students, staff, parents, guardians, and community.

Demonstrated success utilizing varied instructional strategies and differentiated instruction. Commitment to on-going professional growth.

Willingness to support extra-curricular activities. School District 87 offers the highest salaries in the province; a relocation allowance upon arrival, annual personal travel allowances for employee and dependents living with them, a substantial professional development package and an excellent benefit package (100% medical, extended health, dental and group health insurance).

In summary : This position is eligible for an employment signing bonus of $7, 0 0 0.00 in return for a successful candidate accepting a job offer for this position.

Competitive Salary ($ 71,769 -$1 19,708 ) Moving Relocation Allowance : $ 2207.45 ($1471.64 upon hire / 735.81 after 2 yrs.

Recruitment and Retention Allowance : $ 3006.00 Isolation Allowance : $ 1538.71 Travel Allowance : $2 251.61 A long term service award is provided at 4 and 8 years of continuous service.

We also provide modern furnished and unfurnished accommodation (no sharing required) at a reasonable rate ($450-$650 per month).

Lower Post is home to the Kaska Nation, and you will have the privilege to learn about Kaska culture and traditions. The region is characterized by rugged natural beauty.

There are many places to explore and experience adventures within Kaska Territory. Most residents go fishing, hiking, snowshoeing, canoeing, kayaking, snowmobiling, hunting, quadding, boating, skiing, mountain biking and much more.

Lower Post is the perfect place for the outdoor enthusiast.For further information,