Nisga'a Language and Culture Teacher

NISGA'A SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 92

4702 Huwilp Road, Phone: 250-633-2228 PO Box 240 Fax: 250-633-2401 New Aiyansh, BC V0J 1A0

Internal/External Competition #26-67

Nisga'a Language and Culture

Nisga'a Secondary School

Start Date: September 1, 2026

About the Nisga'a School District

In the Nisga'a School District, we uphold our responsibility to nurture the whole child in ways that honour Nisga'a Ayuuk, our shared values, and Sayt K'ilim Goot—our commitment to working together with one heart, one path, one nation. Our learning is rooted in culture, community, and the teachings passed down through our ancestors. We serve students throughout the Nisga'a Nation, carrying forward our obligation to reconciliation through genuine relationships, respectful practice, cultural safety, and education that responds to the needs of our people.

Our home in the Nass Valley offers a place unlike any other—rich with opportunities for outdoor exploration, on-the-land learning, and deep cultural connection. It is a place where living, learning, and leading are woven together with the land, the language, and the strength of our Nation.

Position Overview

The Nisga'a School District is seeking a Nisga'a Language and Culture Teacher to work with students at Nisga'a Secondary School. The role is carried out within a learning environment grounded in culture, community, and connection to the land and includes contributing to reconciliation through the teaching and learning of Nisga'a language, culture, and ways of knowing. The position is highly collaborative and delivered through a flexible range of instructional models, including integrated classroom support, small‑group and individual instruction, and whole‑class programming, in partnership with classroom teachers and school staff.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare, and deliver instruction aligned with BC curriculum and learning standards
• Use assessment to inform instruction and support learner growth over time
• Create inclusive, safe, and engaging learning environments that support the wellbeing and success of all learners
• Build positive, respectful relationships with learners, families, and colleagues
• Engage in professional learning and collaborative practices to support effective teaching and learning

• Valid BC Ministry of Education Teaching Certificate (or eligibility)
• Legally permitted to work in Canada
• Experience delivering instruction in Nisga'a Language and Culture
• Knowledge of the BC Curriculum, including learning standards and core competencies

• Ability to differentiate instruction to meet the needs of diverse learners
• Strong collaboration, communication, and relationship‑building skills
• Socially responsive practice that supports student wellbeing
• Commitment to ongoing professional learning and reflective practice
• Confident use of technology to support teaching, learning, and communication

• Competitive salary aligned with the BCTF salary grid
• Recruitment & Retention Allowance
• Affordable, furnished staff housing ($350–$600 per month)
• Moving allowance
• Mentoring and instructional coaching

Applications must be submitted through Make a Future and include:

• A resume and cover letter
• Three professional references, including one current or recent supervisor
• A one‑page statement outlining your approach to learning and leadership

Contact Information

Attention: Human Resource Department Nisga'a School District No. 92

PO Box 240, New Aiyansh, BC V0J 1A0 Email: hr@nisgaa.bc.ca