Temporary Full-time Grade 2 Teacher (maternity leave)

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Position : Temporary Full-time Grade 2 Teacher (Maternity Leave Contract)

Reports to : Principal

Date : Immediately and until the return of the incumbent

Position Type : Full Time during School Year or the return of the incumbent.

The Lower Kootenay Indian Band near Creston is seeking to fill the position of a Grade 2 Teacher for the Bands K 7 school. Yaqan Nukiy School is certified and accredited by both the BC Ministry of Education and the First Nations School Association.

Teachers are provided with ongoing professional development opportunities through the FNSA.

POSITION SUMMARY

The start date of this position is January 5th 2025 and will end June 19 2026 or the return of the incumbent. This position may also lead to a temporary 2026 / 2027 Grade 2 contract (likely until April 2027). This position involves the provision of instruction preparation assessment classroom management professional development and school meetings community and parental relations and adherence to all Yaqan Nukiy School and BC Ministry of Education policies and procedures.

Preference will be given to candidates with the following :

• Possession of (or eligibility for) B.C. Ministry of Education Teaching Certificate
• Successful teaching experience in a First Nations community
• Ability to meet the challenges of classroom management and differentiated curriculum delivery at the Kindergarten level and successfully address student challenges in emotional and social areas
• Familiarity with computer technology in the delivery of curriculum
• Ability to cultivate regular meaningful dialogue between school and home to support parental engagement in the learning process of students
• Willingness to participate in extra-curricular programs to engage students beyond the academic arena in outdoor education and Ktunaxa language and culture.
• Willingness to engage with local culture and participate in community events
• Special consideration will be given to applicants with Acadience (DIBELS) Readwell and / or Jump Math experience.

To apply please forward your resume with a cover letter to Katherine Coleman via email to ( )

We would like to thank all applicants for their interest in this position. However only those selected for interviews will be contacted.

Required Experience :

IC

Key Skills

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Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1