Teacher

Lil’Wat Nation Xet’olacw Community School located in beautiful Mount Currie, BC is on the hunt for elementary and high school Teachers to help their children live up to their full potential.

Offering up to $93,000 per year plus great perks such as extended vacation time, monthly gym pass, health benefits and even a relocation allowance.  Ideal opportunity for educators who enjoy meaningful work where you can make a real difference.

About the Role, Benefits & Perks:

• Full-time, Part-time, Casual/On-call positions available with a very flexible schedule.
• Certified Teachers can earn $93,000 per year depending on experience.
• Health benefits including extended health/dental, pension plan and monthly gym pass.
• Extended vacation and holiday time off including paid Christmas and Spring Break holidays and 2 months off over the summer.
• Access to affordable childcare if required.
• Work directly with First Nations Community and their families.
• Located 45-50 minutes from Whistler, 20 min from Pemberton.
• A criminal record check for all positions will be required.
• Out of Province candidates are encouraged to apply as well; potential relocation funds available for the right candidate.

The Perfect Candidate: 

• BC Teaching Certificate and Membership in the Teacher Regulation Branch plus familiarity with BC’s new curriculum.
• Strong classroom management skills with the ability to accommodate the needs of students with a range of learning styles and abilities.
• Use a strength-based, student centered approach to plan engaging and educational lessons and courses.
• Motivate students and adjust instructional strategies accordingly; skilled in developing instructional strategies based on essential skills and engaging for students.
• Positive thinker and proactive team player.
• Strong interpersonal, communication and collaborative skills.
• Experienced and/or interested in integrating place-based, outdoor learning practices in educational delivery.

Responsibilities Include:

• Teach various subjects at an Elementary level.
• Implement strong classroom management strategies.
• Committed to excellent instructional preparation and consistent record keeping.
• Timely reporting to administration when necessary e.g. report cards, attendance records and data request.
• Can use data to drive classroom/school–wide improvement initiatives.
• Maintain open and consistent communication with students and their families about their academic progress.
• Can operate and teach numeracy and literacy in collaboration with others according to the school’s strategies for improving academic outcomes.
• Be a positive team player committed to the belief that all children can learn at high levels.
• Commit to ongoing professional development.

How To Apply:  

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3. Please do not contact Xet’olacw Community School directly; all applications must come through WPS to be considered.

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