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Secondary Teacher - Humanities

Gold Trail – School District #74

Kumsheen ShchEma-meet School · Lytton, B.C.

Job description

POSTING NO. KSS 26-27.01 Middle/Secondary Humanities

KUMSHEEN SHCHEMA-MEET SCHOOL

1.0 FTE Term Certain – Lang Arts 8/9, Eng First Peoples 10-12, Media Arts 8-10, PE 8/9 Commencing September 8, 2026 to November 6, 2026 or return of incumbent

Posting Open Date: August 29, 2026, 9:00 a.m.

Posting Close Date: September 4, 2026 or until filled

enrols approximately 98 students in kindergarten through grade 12, of which 99% are of Indigenous ancestry. Kumsheen ShchEma-meet School is located in the Village of Lytton which lies on the unceded and traditional territory of the Nlaka'pamux First Peoples. The school'sguides the work of the school.

REQUIREMENTS AND QUALIFICATIONS:

The successful applicant must have or be eligible for certification to teach in British Columbia and possess:

  • Qualifications and/or experience in the teaching area/grade level posted;
  • Knowledge of the BC curriculum and competencies;
  • Strong assessment practices, including assessment as and for learning;
  • Successful experience integrating local Indigenous culture and traditions into curriculum, or familiarity with and understanding of local Indigenous culture and commitment to integrate it into the curriculum;
  • The ability to use a variety of teaching and learning strategies to accommodate the learning needs of all students;
  • Successful experience integrating experiential, on-the-land and/or inquiry learning opportunities into the curriculum;
  • A proven ability to develop a positive learning environment in the classroom and evidence of strong organization and classroom management skills;
  • A commitment to and successful experience working collaboratively in a team setting;
  • A commitment to and demonstrated experience using and integrating technology into the curriculum;
  • The ability to establish and maintain positive relationships with students, staff, parents, and the greater community.

The salary range for full-time teaching positions within Gold Trail School District is $63,735 to $116,190, with placement in accordance with provisions in the Collective Agreement. The district offers a competitive benefits and pension package.

APPLICATIONS:

Please apply by email to External applicants should include theform available on the school district website in addition to a cover letter, up-to-date resume, references and current TRB membership. Clearly indicate POSTING NO. KSS 26-27.01 Middle/Secondary Humanities.

Darcy Martin, District Principal of Human Resources

School District No. 74 (Gold Trail), PO Box 250, Ashcroft, BC V0K 1A0

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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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AI Summary

What you’ll do

Teach Language Arts 8/9, English First Peoples 10-12, Media Arts 8-10, and Physical Education 8/9.. Develop and deliver curriculum aligned with BC curriculum and competencies.. Assess student learning using assessment as, for, and of learning practices.. Integrate local Indigenous culture and traditions into curriculum.. Use varied teaching strategies to accommodate diverse student learning needs.. Provide experiential, on-the-land, and inquiry-based learning opportunities.. Create a positive classroom learning environment and manage classroom organization.. Collaborate with colleagues and the school community.. Integrate technology into teaching and learning.. Build positive relationships with students, staff, parents, and the broader community.

What you’ll need

Must have or be eligible for certification to teach in British Columbia.. Qualifications and/or experience in the posted teaching area and grade level.. Knowledge of the BC curriculum and competencies.. Experience or familiarity with integrating local Indigenous culture and traditions into curriculum.. Experience with assessment practices, differentiated instruction, experiential learning, inquiry learning, classroom management, collaboration, and educational technology.. Current TRB membership required for external applicants.

Benefits

  • Competitive benefits package
  • Pension package
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