Halq'emeylem Teacher

POSITION SUMMARYWorking within Lalme’ Iwesawtexw (Seabird Island Community School) for the school year, The Halq’emeylem Teacher will be responsible for providing instruction, preparation, assessment, classroom management, professional development and school meetings, community and parental relations and adherence to all Seabird Island Community School and BC Ministry of Education policies and procedures. You will be a member of an interdisciplinary, collaborative teaching team, liaising with other professionals, students, family members, and community to provide students with holistic, culturally focused education.

This position has a start date of August 26th, 2024. 

Be part of a team where you can positively influence a student’s educational journey and see the difference you can make in a community as you teach the diverse student body of Lalme’ Iwesawtexw. 

SUCCESS PROFILE

What does it take to be successful working in Lalme’ Iwesawtexw at Seabird Island? Check out the top traits we’re looking for and see if you have the right mix.

Organized: Excellent classroom management, behavioral management and organizational skills.  Leader: Demonstrated ability to lead classrooms to promote teamwork and create a positive environment for students. Developing relationships with students, parents, families and community professionals.  Passionate: A passion for technology that you’ll share with future generations.  Innovative: A collaborative attitude, participating in planning, developing, extending services and promoting effective strategies to encourage a positive student culture.  Inclusive: Forward thinking, inclusively minded approach to create support students with special needs.  Role Model: High professional and ethical standards.  Communicator: Excellent verbal and written communication skills.'

WORK THAT MATTERS 

Lalme’ Iwesawtexw is a place to learn many skills. We are many nations, but we proclaim one goal to strengthen our pride, our language, our culture and our freedom. Our School’s mission is to provide a supportive and culturally relevant learning environment which places a high value on life-long learning, respect for self and others, honesty, integrity, generosity and hard work. 

We are a Group One K-12 Independent school located 1 kilometer from Agassiz, BC on the beautiful Fraser River, 120 km east of Vancouver. We have an expected student enrollment of 226 students housed in the main school (K-8) and in the adjacent high school. 

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BENEFITS & PERKS

Benefits vary by job type and are confirmed in the interview and hiring process. Benefits are eligible after a successful probationary period has been served.

Extended health and dental benefits,  Accrued vacation and sick time,  Pension plan with matching employer contributions,  Access to internal training programs, professional development and skill enhancement,  Collaboration with an interdisciplinary teaching team,  Equitable hourly rates in accordance with collective agreements, and  Casual dress code 

WHAT YOU'LL DO

Teach students how to interpret Halq’emeylem.
Instruct whole class and small groups using TPR as the primary delivery method.
Translate Halq’emeylem into the English language to help students understand.
Provide instruction in Halq’emeylem literature and cross-cultural studies.
Teach students how to read, write, and understand Halq’emeylem language.
Provide individualized and small group instruction to adapt the curriculum to the needs of each student.
Develop student understanding and appreciation of traditional culture Halq’emeylem language. Instruction and delivery of curriculum in keeping with the BC Ministry of Education Integrated Resource Packages, outlines and prescribed learning outcomes or as outlined by school administration. Deliver all lessons with high expectations for all learners. Meeting all reporting and assessing deadlines Preparation for School wide assessments: i.e., CAT 4.
Lesson preparation, year plan preparation.
Taking and reporting attendance of students.
Development of Individual Education Plans with special education teacher and carrying out instruction of Individual Education Plans with required adaptations and modifications.
Implement trauma informed practices and strategies in the classroom and school.
Undertake effective classroom management strategies.
Participation in initiatives to improve student attendance.
Maintaining daily books and lesson plans as required by administration.
Participating actively in teacher evaluations and acting on areas for improvement or professional development.
Participation in initiatives to ensure individual students have participated in mandatory schoolwork catch-up sessions.
Participation in PLC’s when space/opportunity permits.
Participation in video coaching and preparing for teleconferences by reviewing the video and discussing areas of effectiveness and improvements.
Preparation of report cards and progress reports.
Referring attendance and behavior concerns to administration.
Implement a home reading program that encourages reading at home for enjoyment.
Mandatory attendance at staff meetings.
Mandatory participation in professional development days and activities. Be present at school events.
On-going correspondence with parents.
Problem solving any issues with students or parents.
Meetings with administration as required to address any emerging issues.
Abiding by all policies of Seabird Island Community School, the BC Ministry of Education, Independent Schools Branch and Seabird Island Band.
Ensuring compliance with the Seabird Island Community School Teacher Code of Conduct Other duties or responsibilities as assigned by the Vice Principal, Principal, Director or the Executive Director. 

WHAT YOU BRING 

Education

Bachelor’s degree in education with specialization in Languages. Current practicing British Columbia (BC) Certified Teacher qualifications

Skills/Experience 

Knowledge of and demonstrated ability in addressing a wide range of academic, social, emotional, and behavioral needs of children of intermediate ages. Excellent classroom management, behavioral management, and organizational skills.
Training and experience in successfully using a variety of resources to teach students.
Maintains and promotes working relationships with community professionals.
Participates in the ongoing planning, development, and extension of services.
Collaborating with teachers to develop more effective strategies to work with special needs students.
Willingness to contribute to a positive school culture by volunteering in extracurricular activities.
High professional and ethical standards.
Able to demonstrate flexibility and creativity when called upon.

Requirements 

Complete understanding and fluency in the Halq’emeylem Language and understanding of culture and traditions impacting the language. Knowledge, respect and understanding of Stó:lō culture, traditions and language is considered a requirement. Proficient computer skills with the Microsoft Office 365 Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams.) Proficient interpersonal and communication (written and verbal) skills. Ability to agree as well as adhere to Seabird Island Band Human Resources (HR), Finance, and Information Technology (IT) Policies and Procedures, etc.
Experience working with First Nations community is an asset. Valid BC Driver’s License with a clean Driver’s Abstract within the last 5 years. Satisfactory Criminal Record Check (CRRP)

Reports to: Principal

PRE-EMPLOYMENT SCREENING

Employment is conditional upon completing pre-employment screening to ensure a safe and secure work environment in which students, staff, members, families, community, as well as resources, and assets are protected. All background checks, reference checks and criminal record checks are performed in accordance with SIB HR Policy, protecting the integrity and confidentiality of information gathered during the evaluation.

Seabird Island is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from all qualified individuals. Pursuant to S. 41 of the BC Human Rights code, preference may be given to Applicants of Indigenous, Métis, or Inuit heritage. We are interested in every qualified candidate who is eligible to work in Canada; however, we are not able to sponsor visas. 

We thank you for your interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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