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Cultural Immersion School Language Teacher

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Vernon, British Columbia, Canada Okanagan Indian Band Full time
Cultural Immersion School Language Teacher

Teach elementary students and school staff the nsyilxwcən language and cultural ways of the sqilxw/sylix people, fostering a learning environment based on sqilxw values, culture, and traditions.

About the Role

The Language Teacher is responsible for instructing elementary students (K5-G7) and school staff in the nsyilxwcən language and cultural ways of the sqilxw/sylix people. The position aims to strengthen children's sense of identity, culture, and history.

Key Responsibilities
  • Provide language instruction for the school, including whole class and small groups, using a variety of strategies.
  • Oversee the development of a nsyilxwcən language curriculum, rooted in traditional sqilxw cultural practices and knowledge.
  • Share cultural knowledge and provide cultural experiences and activities for the school, whole class, and small group.
  • Develop and implement language and culture units and daily lesson plans in consultation with a designated Classroom Teacher.
  • Coordinate field trips to support language and culture learning in consultation with the Vice Principal.
  • Develop teaching resources in collaboration with the Language and Culture team and other school staff.
  • Identify opportunities to integrate language and culture into all aspects of classroom and land-based learning.
  • Ensure there are samples of the Okanagan language throughout the school.
  • Assist in managing classroom expectations and practicing respectful student/adult interactions.
  • Participate in the preparation of the school annual calendar and attend workshops, seminars, and conferences to stay informed of current trends in education.
  • Provide daily language instruction to school staff in supporting their learning and on-going use of Okanagan language skills.
Administrative Duties
  • Prepare student assessments in language and culture learning.
  • Maintain records related to student progress and evaluate student learning.
  • Provide data to Classroom Teachers for reporting purposes and review CT reports for feedback.
  • Set expectations and provide reminders for student behavior using the 5 Guiding Principles.
  • Communicate and collaborate with Classroom Teachers to address classroom management.
  • Maintain confidentiality of all matters relating to students and families.
  • Coordinate and set up the Language and Culture workspace each day.
  • Meet regularly with the Language and Culture planning team for language planning and unit development.
Requirements
  • BC Teacher Certification and/or independent school teacher certificate and/or equivalent, including Bachelor in nsyilxwcən Language Fluency.
  • Intermediate or better fluency in the nsyilxwcən language, both oral and written.
  • Knowledge of traditional Okanagan cultural practices and protocols.
  • Familiarity with a variety of language immersion delivery strategies and methods.
  • Computer and technology skills an asset.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience teaching or mentoring learners in a multi-level learning environment.
  • Knowledge of traditional Okanagan cultural practices and protocols.
  • Experience collaborating with elementary aged school students and parents.
  • Experience with curriculum development, specifically at the elementary level.