Gitwangak Education Society is seeking two full-time dynamic and enthusiastic teachers (Primary K to Grade 3; and Intermediate Grade 4 to 7) for the Wilp Si Wilaxsinsxwhl Simgigyet (Chiefs House of Learning) School that is located on the Gitwangak First Nation, northern British Columbia. Our compensation package includes competitive teacher wages and health and wellness benefits.
Job Summary:
The Elementary Teacher creates a welcoming, engaging, and culturally rich learning environment where every child feels valued, supported, and inspired to learn. The teacher delivers high-quality instruction aligned with the British Columbia Curriculum while responding to each student’s unique strengths, needs, and learning journey. Grounded in Gitksen culture, language, traditions, and ways of knowing, the teacher integrates Gitksen teachings and Sim’algyax throughout the curriculum, connecting learning to students’ identities, families, community, and land. Working collaboratively with Elders, families, colleagues, and the broader community, the teacher nurtures academic achievement, cultural pride, personal growth, and a lifelong love of learning while upholding the Vision, Mission, and Philosophy of the Gitwangak Education Society.
Qualifications:
· BC Teaching Certificate for Elementary
· Bachelor of Education Degree
· 1-2 years of teaching experience
· Experience teaching multi-graded classrooms
· Gitxsan language and culture knowledge an asset
· Ability to incorporate First Nations content across the curriculum
· Experience with Read Well, Nelson Literacy, Jump Math and Math Makes Sense
· Knowledge and experience with Acadience and CAT 2 Assessment tools
· Differentiate curriculum expectations and teaching strategies to meet the needs of all students
· Excellent behaviour management strategies
· Team approach to working with colleagues, educational assistants, and support staff
· Excellent communication (oral and written) and interpersonal skills
· Ability to create land based cultural projects with the students throughout the year.
· Ability to be part of a team.
· Clear Criminal Record Check working with vulnerable population.
· 1st Aid & CPR, an asset.
· Ability to start immediately.
Deadline for Application: Open until filled
Wages: Based on the teacher wage. (ie. Category 5 Step 1 is $69,124.00 annually.)
To join our team, mail or e-mail a complete application (includes a cover letter, resume, copies of certificates, references, and supporting documents) to:
Lillian Gogag, Executive Director, P.O. Box 280, Kitwanga, BC V0J 2A0
executivedirector@gitwangakeducation.ca
Thank you to all applicants, only those chosen for an interview will be contacted.