Description
Stein Valley Nlakapamux School in Lytton, BC, is currently looking for a full-time, grade 4/5 Teacher who will teach all core academic subjects, with support from a full-time, Student Support Worker/Education Assistant.
Stein Valley Nlakapamux School (SVNS) is a well-established and growing Independent School centrally located in the Fraser Canyon (3 hours from Vancouver and Kelowna, 2 hours from Kamloops). SVNS offers K4 to Grade 12 along with an Adult Diploma Program. We are an innovative school that weaves Nlakapamux culture and language with 21st century learning.
SVNS continuously strives to think outside of the box. We provide our students with the most interesting and genuine learning experiences possible. We have an amazing agriculture project, skate park, and a wide range of extra-curricular programs such as clubs and sport teams. We are also completing an adventure park and mountain bike trail network that is being built by our students in partnership with the community and certified professionals
SVNS provides its employees with a moving loan subsidy, full group health (including pension and life) and dental benefits, subsidized rental housing and the teaching pay scale follows the local public school wage grid. Our unique school year starts at the end of July with four semesters that are based on the seasons. Each semester is nine or ten weeks with a 2 or 3 week break in between. Our team of teachers, support staff, board members, and community members focus on student success by providing a meaningful quality educational program built around the Nlakapamux language and culture.
Employment Qualifications:
- BC Teacher Certification - Teaching Experience - minimum of 1 year, preferably in a First Nations School - In-depth knowledge of the new BC Ed curriculum, and other educational programs - Innovative, creative, team player and resourceful - Motivational and behavioural techniques - Strong organizational and planning skills to accommodate multi-grades and diverse needs - Experience working with First Nation children - Clear Criminal Record Check for working with vulnerable populations
How to Join Our Innovated and Dedicated Team:
This position will be open until filled. Send a completed application package that includes:
- Cover Letter, Resume, B.C. Certification and copy of TQS Card, required - Minimum of 3 recent References
Attention : Merle Hubbard, School Principal, PO Bag 300, Lytton, BC, V0K 1Z0
Phone: 250-455-2522; Email: principal@svns.ca; website: www.svns.ca
