SD 8 Trades Sampler Teacher

The District Trades Sampler Teacher is a 1.0 FTE (second semester) position within the Innovative Learning department. Reporting to the Director of Instruction – Innovative Learning (or designate), this teacher supervises a cohort of students for the second semester Trades Sampler program based out of Salmo Secondary and Selkirk College (Silverking). Position includes a teaching component in February and June for a career, academic, and either Work Experience 11/12 or a technology education IDS (Independent Directed Study). Embedded duties include check-ins with Selkirk College Youth Train in Trades (YTT) students while on site and promoting YTT program pathways to students.

Specific Duties and Responsibilities

Program Coordination

• Coordinate and deliver the District Trades Sampler Program in alignment with SD8's strategic priorities, the Career Development Continuous Learning Report, and Ministry of Education and Child Care policy.

• Collaborate with school counsellors, administrators, and the Director of Instruction Innovative Learning (or designate) to ensure student success.

• Promote awareness of the Trades Sampler and Youth Train in Trades (YTT) programs

• Support student trades training plans, ensuring alignment with student career and graduation pathway plans.

• Foster inclusive and barrier-free access to the program for Indigenous learners, students with disabilities/diverse abilities, and youth in care.

• Liaise with Selkirk College to ensure ongoing program relevance and student transition support.

Instruction and Student Supervision

Provide direct instruction aligned with trades curriculum and career education outcomes during designated teaching days (Monday or as scheduled).

Supervise and support students during Trades Sampler program hours (Tuesday to Friday) at Selkirk College.

Ensure student engagement, safety, and mentorship during hands-on experiential learning activities across multiple trades sectors.

Conduct regular student check-ins at Selkirk College to support Youth Train in Trades participants and maintain active communication with instructors and support staff.

Facilitate reflection, goal setting, and progress reviews aligned with students' Career-Life Connections and trades training pathways.

Monitoring & Accountability

Enter students into the DCMS system to ensure funding compliance with the SD8 and Skilled Trades BC funding agreement.

Maintain accurate documentation for Ministry 1701 data reporting, dual credit funding, and trades scholarships.

Ensure compliance with WorkSafeBC safety protocols, Ministry-authorized safety guidelines, and district procedures for off-site learning.

Collect and submit data aligned with SD8's Career Development reporting cycles and support continuous improvement efforts.

Competencies:

Highly collaborative

Clear and effective communication skills

Critical and Analytical

Independent and initiative-driven

High-Level Integrity

Problem Solving Skills

Schedule

Mondays – teach relevant curriculum (academic, safety, and career)

Tuesdays – Fridays (February until end of May) supervise students at Selkirk College

Mondays-Fridays (end of May until end of June) school-based curriculum or supervision of work experience

Travel between school site and college is required. Schedule may be refined as determined with Selkirk College Trades Sampler program requirements.

Minimum academic qualifications/experience:

a) Professional teaching certificate as recognized by the BC Ministry of Education and Child Care

b) Red seal qualification or technology education experience preferred

d) Exemplary leadership, interpersonal, organizational and consultation skills

e) Possession of a current valid BC Driver's License or reliable means of travel between sites

Preferred qualifications/experience:

a) Five years of school-based teaching which includes a minimum of two years classroom experience in a career and trades program

b) Master of Education Degree or equivalent with minimum course work in the area of specified responsibility;

c) Extensive local and provincial knowledge of trades and career programs and current issues in delivery of service;

Reporting structure:

The District Trades Technology & Careers Transitions Teacher Coordinator is accountable to the Director of Instruction of Innovative Learning with direct supervision under the District Principal of Innovative Learning Services.

For more information, please contact Director Ben Eaton () or District Principal Tamara Malloff ().

School District #8 (Kootenay Lake) is located in the southern Interior of British Columbia, Canada and serves the Lower Kootenay Band and the communities of Kaslo, Meadow Creek, Crawford Bay, Creston, Wynndel, Yahk, Nelson, Salmo, South Slocan, Winlaw, Slocan, and the surrounding rural areas. Our area is beautiful, vibrant, a fantastic place to raise children, has a world-renowned arts and entertainment community, and easily accesses a variety of amazing outdoor pursuits.

Kootenay Lake School District serves the learning needs of approximately 4700 students in several diverse communities and in an array of learning environments throughout the Kootenays. Our visionary, creative team of approximately 900 staff focuses on providing the best opportunities for students and their families. Our mission is to inspire and support each learner to thrive in a caring learning environment.

The School Board Office is located in Nelson, B.C. Our schools are dispersed geographically and range in size and composition:

• 13 elementary schools

• 1 middle school

• 1 K-10 school

• 4 secondary schools

• 2 K-12 schools

• online learning and blended programs

• an extensive array of program options, including Aboriginal Education, Late French Immersion, Outdoor Programs, and a strong International Program.

Salary Range; $63,367 – $111,488 per year, in accordance with the current SD8–Kootenay Lake / KLTF Collective Agreement. Placement on the salary grid is based on qualifications and years of teaching experience as evaluated by the BC Teacher Qualification Service (TQS).

Applicants must be certified in British Columbia with a Professional Teaching Certificate, or be eligible for certification by the start date of the assignment. Only applications submitted on Make a Future will be considered. While the District encourages all applications, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

School District 8 supports equity hiring for Indigenous applicants.

• If you are experiencing any technical issues with your application process to contact Make A Future's customer service line as HR cannot upload or assist with these types of issues. We also cannot accept documents via email such as cover letters/resumes/transcripts/teaching reports via email as they do need to be part of the employee's Make a Future profile.