Tlingit Cultural and Language Assistant – Atlin School

SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 87

P.O. BOX 190 DEASE LAKE, B.C. V0C 1L0 Tel. (250) 771-4440

Fax (250) 771-4441

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Competition #25-11

Tlingit Cultural and Language Assistant – Atlin School

Atlin School is now accepting applications for the position of Tlingit Language and Cultural Assistant. This is a full-time continuing, 10-month, position and is for 35 hours per week. The rate of pay is $36.16 per hour. Terms and conditions of employment are governed by C.U.P.E. Local 2052-02 collective agreement.

The Tlingit Language and Cultural Assistant will:

• Provide academic guidance, assistance and direction to Indigenous students as needed.
• Liaise between home, school and parent/guardian through visitations and consultations.
• Monitor student academic and social development as well as attendance.
• Provide tutoring and classroom support as needed.
• Assist teaching staff with assessing progress, planning interventions, enrichment, etc.
• Promote awareness, comprehension and fluency of an Indigenous language and culture.
• Integrate Indigenous cultural activities and Indigenous language instruction.
• Assist teachers in developing, preparing, presenting and integrating Indigenous language/cultural activities into the regular curriculum.
• Develop, prepare and present appropriate materials in Indigenous language classes.
• Organize and participate in cultural activities on the land.
• To increase the sense of belonging, identity, and self-esteem in a caring and inclusive environment for all Indigenous learners.
• To improve the physical well-being of Indigenous learners
• Maintain the confidentiality of sensitive information seen or heard.
• Maintain familiarity with Workers Compensation Board (WCB) safety procedures.
• Provide a positive role model for all students.
• Maintain flexible hours, if needed, to run before school or after school programs.

• Secondary school graduation preferred, supplemented by training in language education.
• Valid class 5 BC driver's license.
• Fluency in Tlingit Indigenous language.
• Knowledgeable about Tlingit heritage and culture.
• Ability to work effectively in diverse classroom settings.
• Previous related experience in working with students in a language or transitional ESL setting is preferred.
• Work cooperatively with the school and the community to ensure a common direction as outlined in the 3Nations Education Partnership Agreement and the Local Education Agreement.
• May be required to perform other duties as assigned.

Edel.Paracuelles@SD87.BC.CA

Application Deadline: Open Until Filled

We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Posted: April 8, 2025.