Grade 1 Teacher

Grade 1 Teacher

Bella Bella Community School Society is seeking a dedicated and caring Grade 1 Teacher to join our elementary team. The successful candidate will create an engaging, inclusive, and nurturing learning environment for young learners. We are looking for a compassionate individual with strong classroom management skills who is committed to student success, early literacy and numeracy development, and culturally responsive teaching.

This position also involves contributing to school-wide priorities, collaborating with colleagues, and participating in community-based learning initiatives that reflect our Heiltsuk values and local context.

About Our Community

Bella Bella is a progressive Indigenous community located on the Central BC Coast in the heart of the Great Bear Rainforest. If you are an enthusiastic teacher with a love for the outdoors and a commitment to Indigenous education, we encourage you to apply. You will have opportunities to engage with staff, parents, and the wider community in a collaborative effort to enhance student success at Bella Bella Community School.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, and implement engaging and developmentally appropriate instructional programs for Grade 1.
• Create a positive and inclusive classroom environment that promotes curiosity, independence, and a love of learning.
• Incorporate formative assessment strategies to monitor and support student growth.
• Plan for and support diverse learners, including those with Individual Education Plans (IEPs).
• Integrate Indigenous knowledge, Heiltsuk language, and cultural content into teaching practices.
• Engage students in inquiry-based and project-based learning experiences.
• Collaborate with colleagues and families to support holistic student development.
• Use technology effectively to enhance learning and communication.
• Support school initiatives and contribute to a positive, caring school culture.
  Participate in extracurricular and community activities that promote student engagement and well-being.

Required Skills and Abilities

• Deep understanding of early literacy, numeracy, and foundational skills in the BC Curriculum.
• Demonstrated ability to plan for and teach diverse learners using differentiated strategies.
• Knowledge and sensitivity regarding BC First Nations and Indigenous education initiatives.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and classroom-management skills.
• Experience with research-driven instructional and assessment practices for primary grades.
• Commitment to collaboration and inclusive practices.
• Cultural responsiveness and willingness to learn about and incorporate Heiltsuk culture and values.
• Interest in supporting SEAS (Supporting Emerging Aboriginal Stewards) and other land-based learning programs.
  Willingness to integrate technology and outdoor learning into daily instruction.

Required Education, Experience, Certifications, and Licences

• Valid BC Teaching Certificate issued by the Teacher Regulation Branch.
• Degree in Education with training or experience in Primary (Kindergarten – Grade 3).
• Evidence of exemplary teaching experience or successful practicums in early primary grades.
• Satisfactory Criminal Record Check (vulnerable sector).
• Experience working in Indigenous education settings preferred.
  Understanding and appreciation of Indigenous culture, history, and ways of knowing.

Other Requirements

• All employees must comply with the Personnel Policies outlined in the Bella Bella Community School Board Policies.
  Adherence to the Code of Ethics and Governing Values of the Bella Bella Community School Board is expected.

We Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Subsidized furnished accommodation
• Relocation allowance
• Signing bonus
• Two return airfares to Vancouver per school year
  Bonus sick-day package

The Application Process

Please email your application package, including cover letter, resume, CRC, three recent reference, etc. to Rachael Lawless at For more information, contact