School Counsellor

Position: School Counsellor (K–12)

Organization: Tl'etinqox Government

School: Tl'etinqox School

Location: Tl'etinqox (Anaham Reserve, Alexis Creek, BC)

Job Type: Full-Time

Start Date: September 2026

Application Deadline: Open Until Filled

Compensation: Salary commensurate with qualifications and experience, benchmarked with SD#27.

About Our School & Community

Located in the beautiful Tsilhqot’in Territory of BC’s Cariboo Region, Tl’etinqox School is a vibrant K–12 school serving approximately 75 students. Our school is deeply rooted in the culture, language, and traditions of Tsilhqot’in. We are looking for a compassionate, relationship-focused School Counsellor who is eager to support our youth, collaborate with local Elders and community leaders, and make a meaningful difference both inside and outside the classroom.

Position Summary

As our School Counsellor, you will play a central role in fostering a safe, caring, and culturally responsive environment where every student can thrive emotionally, socially, and academically. You will provide holistic, trauma-informed counselling, support crisis intervention, and collaborate closely with families, staff, and local community service teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide social, emotional, and academic guidance to individual students and small groups.
• Integrate restorative justice practices, local culture, values, and community-based healing practices into student support strategies in collaboration with Elders and Cultural Advisors.
• Respond effectively to student crisis situations using trauma-informed approaches and wellness protocols.
• Work alongside teachers, educational assistants, and community health services to create student support plans and IEPs/safety plans.
• Coach and support staff in developing and applying skills in conflict resolution, social-emotional learning, and other areas where needed
• Build strong, respectful relationships with families and participate in school and community events.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Master’s Degree in School Counselling, Counselling Psychology, or a related field.
• A valid BC Teaching Certificate.
• A Strong understanding of First Nations cultures, histories, and ongoing impacts of systemic challenges. Prior experience working in an Indigenous or rural educational setting is a strong asset.
• Proficiency in trauma-informed care, restorative justice, and strength-based practices.
• Clear Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Screening.

What We Offer

• Competitive Salary benchmarked with SD#27.
• Financial support provided to assist with move/transition to community.
• Subsidized and fully-furnished teacher housing available on-site or nearby.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Health, dental, and pension plan package.
• Opportunities for cultural learning, professional development, and community mentorship.

How to Apply

Interested applicants are invited to submit their application via ApplyToEducation or directly via email @ including:

• Cover Letter detailing your interest in serving a rural First Nations school community.
• Updated Resume.
• Contact information for 3 professional references.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

This job is classed under Educational counsellors (NOC 41320) 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.

Educational counsellors advise current and prospective students on educational issues, career planning and personal development, and coordinate the provision of counselling services to students, parents, teachers, faculty and staff. They are employed by school boards and post-secondary educational institutions.

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