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#2627-344 1 Block nsyilxcn Language Teacher-Temporary Contract

Vernon – School District #22

W.L. Seaton Secondary School · Vernon, B.C.

Job description

Posting #2627-344 W.L. Seaton Secondary School

1 block in the area of nsyilxcn Language Teacher (Grade 8-12)

SEM 2 : BLK B

This is a temporary contract position.

This position is effective February 1, 2027 to June 25, 2027

While all applicants will be considered, preference will be given to qualified applicants who self-declare Indigenous ancestry.

The starting annual salary for a school teacher position ranges from $63,670 to $116,190, with placement on the range based on the length of service and qualifications in accordance in accordance with the collective agreement. Positions of Special Responsibility receive an additional pay allowance in accordance with the collective agreement based on the levels 1, 2, or 3.

Effective July 1, 2026 Teacher's of Indigenous Languages shall received an annual allowance. Less than 0.5 FTE shall receive an annual allowance of $4,000. 0.5 FTE or greater shall receive an $8,000 annual allowance.

Please contact Gus Busenius, Principal, if you have any questions about this position.

Secondary School Teacher

  • Possess a valid BC Teaching Certificate, membership in the BC Teachers Regulation Branch and eligibility for a Teachers Qualification Card.
  • Bachelor of Education (Secondary) or equivalent with a major or minor in the subject area(s).
  • Demonstrated experience in providing nsyilxcn language instruction
  • Demonstrated current knowledge of the subject area, including Big Ideas, curricular competencies, content and appropriate resources
  • Previous successful experience teaching the subject required
  • Demonstrated ability to use a variety of teaching and assessment strategies
  • Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a team environment
  • Excellent communication, interpersonal, and classroom management skills
  • Have knowledge and/or experience in the areas of outcomes-based instruction, assessment for learning, differentiated instruction and inclusive education
  • Be proficient with technology and 21 st century learning

About this occupation

This job is classed under Secondary school teachers (NOC 41220) 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.

Secondary school teachers prepare and teach academic, technical, vocational or specialized subjects at public and private secondary schools. Secondary school teachers who are heads of departments are included in this unit group.

Typical duties

  • This group performs some or all of the following duties:
  • Prepare subject material for presentation to students according to an approved curriculum
  • Teach students using a systematic plan of lectures, discussions, audio-visual presentations, and laboratory, shop and field studies
  • Assign and correct homework
  • Prepare, administer and correct tests
  • Evaluate progress, determine individual needs of students and discuss results with parents and school officials

Usual requirements

  • Teachers of academic subjects require a bachelor's degree in education which is often preceded by a bachelor's degree in the arts or sciences.
  • Teachers of vocational or technical subjects require a bachelor's degree in education which is usually preceded by specialized training or experience in the subject.
  • Instructors of trades in Quebec require completion of an apprenticeship training program and industry or trade certification.
  • Department heads usually require several years of teaching experience.

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What you’ll do

Teach nsyilxcn language to students in grades 8 through 12. Plan and deliver instruction aligned with curriculum competencies, content, and appropriate resources. Use a variety of teaching and assessment strategies. Support differentiated and inclusive education. Manage the classroom effectively. Collaborate effectively in a team environment

What you’ll need

Valid British Columbia Teaching Certificate, membership in the BC Teachers Regulation Branch, and eligibility for a Teachers Qualification Card. Bachelor of Education (Secondary) or equivalent with a major or minor in the subject area. Demonstrated experience providing nsyilxcn language instruction and previous successful experience teaching the subject. Strong communication, interpersonal, classroom management, curriculum, assessment, inclusive education, teamwork, and technology skills.

Benefits

  • Additional pay allowance for positions of special responsibility
  • Annual allowance of $4,000 for Indigenous Language teachers working less than 0.5 FTE
  • Annual allowance of $8,000 for Indigenous Language teachers working 0.5 FTE or greater
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