Description
Muskoti Elementary School Teacher
Reports To
Teacher/Principal
Saulteau First Nations Mission
We strive to be the Best Governed Nation, one that is proud, culturally strong, and self-sufficient. As stewards of the land, we will ensure that the best sustainable practices are followed now and in the future. We remain proudly determined.
Job Purpose
The primary focus of the Muskoti Elementary School (MES) Teacher is to foster the intellectual, educational, and social development of children enrolled in our pre-kindergarten, kindergarten, Grade 1 and Grade 2 program. Providing play-based tools and environment for students, enhancing readiness for further education.
Duties and Responsibilities
Program and Student Support
Teaches Pre-K to Grade 2 school children in the classrooms, including lesson planning, delivery, and evaluation of the classroom program.
Prepares, administers, and grades tests and oral presentations.
Manages student behavior including age-appropriate classroom discipline.
Creates lesson plans that integrate competencies, goals, and objectives into learning through play and hands-on, in adherence with BC Ministry of Education grade-level requirements.
Teaches letter recognition, phonics, numbers, and awareness of nature, and science to Pre-K to grade 2 children.
Introduces children to mathematics, language arts, science, social studies, careers, art, and applied design skills and technologies utilizing various school utilized programs and teaching methods and approaches to enhance learning.
Incorporates the cultural curriculum developed by the Education and Cultural Programmer into daily teachings.
Prepares report cards for each term and participates in parent/teacher interviews.
Administers CAT-4 testing.
Creates Individual Education Plans to meet needs of specific children, meeting with parents and the Education team to develop student centric goals. Reviews and adapts learning goals throughout the year to enhance child's progress.
Assists in preparing and arranging lesson materials and displays.
Other Duties
Assists with office and secretarial duties as required.
Qualifications and Skills
BC Teachers Federation Certification
Experience with primary children in a learning environment is an asset
Undergoes evaluation by the First Nations Education Steering Committee every 5 years
Valid Food Safe Certification an asset
Ability to relate well with children and parents, working as part of a team and promoting positive and collaborative staff relations
Knowledge of FN history, language, traditions, and culture, recognizing and respecting all cultural diversity
Work as part of a team and successfully interact with a variety of personality types
Excellent oral and written communication skills
High level of moral judgment for handling confidential information
Ability to provide a Vulnerable Sector Police Information Check
Work Conditions
Work is performed primarily in the Muskoti Elementary School facility with hours of work set as 8:15 a.m. to 3:15 p.m. Monday through Thursdays and 8:15 a.m. to 12:15pm on Fridays.
Travel may be required within the SFN community and surrounding community.
Manual dexterity required to use desktop computer and peripherals.
Salary
Compensation is in line with the local BC Teacher's Salary Grid
