POSITION SUMMARY
Working within Lalme' Iwesawtexw (Seabird Island Community School) for the school year working as a Teaching Teacher on Call (TTOC) you will provide causal or substitute coverage in various subjects ranging from K4-12 . You will be a member of an interdisciplinary, collaborative teaching team, liaising with other professionals, students, family members, and community to provide students with holistic, culturally focused education. Be part of a team where you can positively influence a student's educational journey and see the difference you can make in a community as you teach the diverse student body of Lalme' Iwesawtexw.

SUCCCESS PROFILE

What does it take to be successful working in Lalme' Iwesawtexw at Seabird Island? Check out the top traits we're looking for and see if you have the right mix.

• Organized: Excellent classroom management, behavioral management, and organizational skills.
• Leader: Demonstrated ability to lead classrooms to promote teamwork and create a positive environment for students. Developing relationships with students, parents, families, and community professionals.
• Passionate: A passion for learning that you'll share with future generations.
• Innovative: A collaborative attitude, participating in planning, developing, extending services, and promoting effective strategies to encourage a positive student culture.
• Inclusive: Forward thinking, inclusively minded approach to create support students with special needs.
• Role Model: High professional and ethical standards.
• Communicator: Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

WORK THAT MATTERS

Lalme' Iwesawtexw is a place to learn many skills. We are many nations, but we proclaim one goal to strengthen our pride, our language, our culture, and our freedom. Our school's mission is to provide a supportive and culturally relevant learning environment which places a high value on life-long learning, respect for self and others, honesty, integrity, generosity and hard work.

We are located 1 kilometer from Agassiz, BC on the beautiful Fraser River, 120 km east of Vancouver.

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BENEFITS & PERKS

Benefits vary by job type and are confirmed in the interview and hiring process. Benefits are eligible after a successful probationary period has been served

• Extended health and dental benefits,
• Accrued vacation and sick time,
• Pension plan with matching employer contributions,
• Access to internal training programs, professional development, and skill enhancement,
• Collaboration with an interdisciplinary teaching team,
• Equitable hourly rates in accordance with collective agreements, and
• Casual dress code

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Perform the regular duties of the Teacher the Teacher On-Call (TOC) is filling in for which may include:
• Provide student-focused instruction of assigned grade or class including but not limited to preparation, assessment, and classroom management.
• Complete all teaching and reporting requirements.
• Actively participate in Education Jurisdiction implementation.
• Implement and support students in outdoor, land-based lessons.
• Communicate with students, and parents/guardians.
• Work with colleagues as part of a collaborative team.
• Use assessment and intervention techniques for students who experience learning or attendance difficulties.
• Attend school events as requested or required.
• Participate in training and professional development.
• Attend meetings with administration as required to address any emerging issues.
• Abide by all policies of Seabird Island, Seabird Island Community School, the BC Ministry of Education, Independent Schools Branch and ensure compliance with the Teacher Code of Conduct.
• Other duties or responsibilities as assigned by your Supervisor, Manager, Director, Executive Director, or Chief & Council.

WHAT YOU BRING

Education

• Bachelor's degree in education
• Current practicing British Columbia (BC) Certified Teacher qualification.

Skills/Experience

• Demonstrated ability to implement age-appropriate literacy strategies;
• Strong classroom management skills;
• The ability and energy to work with multi-age groups and meet the needs of students with a range of learning styles and abilities using a variety of teaching strategies;
• The ability and desire to work closely with colleagues in a team-oriented approach to teaching and learning;
• Strong interest in innovation and inquiry;
• Knowledge of Stó:lō culture, traditions, and language, or willingness to learn;
• Ability to embed culture and language into teaching practices an asset;
• An interest in outdoor land-based education;
• Ability to consider and respond appropriately to the needs, feelings, and capabilities of others in a tactful, compassionate, and respectful manner;
• Experience working with First Nations students or working in a First Nations community is considered an asset.
  

Requirements

• Proficient computer skills with the Microsoft Office 365 Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams.)
• Proficient interpersonal and communication (written and verbal) skills
• Ability to agree as well as adhere to Seabird Island policies and procedures, etc.

PRE-EMPLOYMENT SCREENING

• Employment is conditional upon completing pre-employment screening to ensure a safe and secure work environment in which students, staff, members, families, community, as well as resources, and assets are protected. All background checks, reference checks and criminal record checks are performed in accordance with SIB HR Policy, protecting the integrity and confidentiality of information gathered during the evaluation.

Seabird Island is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from all qualified individuals. Pursuant to S. 41 of the BC Human Rights code, preference may be given to Applicants of Indigenous, Métis, or Inuit heritage. We are interested in every qualified candidate who is eligible to work in Canada; however, we are not able to sponsor visas.

We thank you for your interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.