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26-42 Strong Start Facilitator

Nisga’a School District #92

Gitlaxt'aamiks (New Aiyansh), B.C.

Job description

INTERNAL / EXTERNAL

Competition # 26-42

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Strong Start Facilitator

Nisga'a School District 92

Nisga'a School District No. 92 invites applications for a Strong Start Facilitator working in the schools throughout the Nass Valley. Based out of the School Board Office and under the direction of the Superintendent, this is a part-time, 5 hours a day, term position starting as soon September 2, 2025. This position will be at multiple schools and will require you to have your own reliable vehicle.

Located in the Nass Valley in Northwestern British Columbia, the Nisga'a School District encompasses the traditional treaty territory of the Nisga'a Nation. This region offers unparalleled opportunities for outdoor exploration and deep cultural engagement, making it a unique place to live, learn, and lead.

Role Overview:

A Strong Start Facilitator plays a vital role in supporting early learning and development by guiding families, caregivers, and young children through enriching educational experiences. This position involves creating a welcoming and inclusive environment where children can explore, play, and grow socially, emotionally, and cognitively. Facilitators collaborate with parents and community partners to promote school readiness, model positive interactions, and provide resources that support early childhood development. They also observe and assess children's progress, ensuring that activities are developmentally appropriate and aligned with learning goals. Strong communication, empathy, and a passion for early education are key to success in this role.

Preference will be given to candidates who have:

  • Respect and value diversity and are committed to reconciliation by meaningfully integrating Nisga'a and other Indigenous perspectives into their practice.
  • Adapt their teaching to meet the needs of all learners and respond flexibly to the learning environment.
  • Strong verbal and written communications skills and interpersonal skills
  • Good organizational and planning skills
  • An understanding of, and commitment to, quality early learning
  • Knowledge of child development, family dynamics, community resources and early learning

Qualifications and Experience:

  • A certificate in Early Childhood Education
  • A valid Child Safe First Aid Certificate
  • Experience creating, planning, implementing and budgeting for a parent participation early learning program

Application Requirements:

Interested applications are invited to apply through Make a Future.

A detailed resume and cover letter

  • A minimum of three references, including one from a current/recent supervisor
  • A one-page statement outlining your philosophy on learning and leadership, with a focus on action and impact

Pay and Benefits are in accordance with CUPE Local 2298 Nisga'a Collective Agreement. Should you require any assistance, please contact Tanya Azak, at 250-633-2228.

Emailed applications will be accepted until position is filled.

We thank all applicants, however only those chosen for the interview process will be contacted.

Competition # 26-42

Attention Human Resource Department

School District No. 92 (Nisga'a)

PO Box 240

Gitlaxt'aamiks BC,

V0J 1A0

Email: hr@nisgaa.bc.ca

About this occupation

This job is classed under Early childhood educators and assistants (NOC 42202) in Canada’s National Occupational Classification (NOC). Here’s how NOC describes the work in general; the posting above has the details for this job.

Early childhood educators plan, organize and implement programs for children between the ages of infancy and 12 years. Early childhood educator assistants provide care for infants and preschool- to school-age children under the guidance of early childhood educators. Early childhood educators and assistants lead children in activities to stimulate and develop their intellectual, physical and emotional growth and ensure their security and well-being. They are employed in child-care centres, daycare centres, kindergartens, agencies for exceptional children and other settings where early childhood education services are provided. Supervisors of early childhood educators and assistants are included in this unit group.

Typical duties

  • This group performs some or all of the following duties:
  • Early childhood educators
  • Develop and implement child-care programs that support and promote the physical, cognitive, emotional and social development of children
  • Lead activities by telling or reading stories, teaching songs, taking children to local points of interest and providing opportunities to express creativity through the media of art, dramatic play, music and physical activity
  • Plan and maintain an environment that protects the health, security and well-being of children
  • Assess the abilities, interests and needs of children and discuss progress or problems with parents and other staff members

Usual requirements

  • Early childhood educators
  • Completion of a two- to four-year college program in early childhood education or A bachelor's degree in child development is required.
  • Licensing is required in Ontario and certification is required in British Columbia for early childhood educators. Licensing for early childhood educators is usually required in all other provinces and territories.
  • Early childhood educator assistants

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What you’ll do

Guide families, caregivers, and young children through enriching early learning experiences. Create a welcoming and inclusive environment for children's social, emotional, and cognitive development. Collaborate with parents and community partners to promote school readiness. Model positive interactions. Provide resources supporting early childhood development. Observe and assess children's progress. Ensure activities are developmentally appropriate and aligned with learning goals. Create, plan, implement, and budget for a parent participation early learning program. Adapt teaching to meet the needs of all learners. Integrate Nisga'a and other Indigenous perspectives into practice

What you’ll need

Certificate in Early Childhood Education. Valid Child Safe First Aid Certificate. Experience creating, planning, implementing, and budgeting for a parent participation early learning program. Knowledge of child development, family dynamics, community resources, and early learning. Strong verbal and written communication skills. Strong interpersonal skills. Good organizational and planning skills. Commitment to quality early learning. Commitment to diversity and reconciliation. Own reliable vehicle required. Resume, cover letter, at least three references, and a one-page statement on learning and leadership philosophy required

Benefits

  • Benefits in accordance with the CUPE Local 2298 Nisga'a Collective Agreement
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