TEACHER TEACHING ON CALL - MERRITT SCHOOLS

TEACHER TEACHING ON CALL - MERRITT SCHOOLS

Job Code No. 3318319

Nicola-Similkameen School District serves the two communities of Merritt and Princeton, as well as six First Nations Bands, the Métis, and the Conayt Friendship Society. The mountains, lakes and valleys within the district make it a natural setting for fabulous, year-round outdoor activities. We offer a warm, small-town atmosphere where relationships are fundamental to our success.

Merritt, where the office is located, is in the Nicola Valley and is the hub of a highway system that links Kamloops, Kelowna, and the Lower Mainland. Ranching, forestry, health, local government, and tourism are the major industries in the valley.

Our Strategic Plan has a “Success for ALL Learners” focus, supported by a dedicated staff, engaged rightsholders and partners who share a genuine commitment to the district. The district offers rich programming to just over 2075 students, 48% of whom are Indigenous. We are proud of our work towards Truth and Reconciliation.

Nicola Similkameen School District is accepting applications for qualified BC Certified Teachers.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

·        Demonstrate successful primary/intermediate/secondary level teaching experience.

·        Possess strong interpersonal, communication and collaborative skills.

·        Have the ability to work collaboratively and effectively with staff in a team setting.

·        Have the proven ability to meet the needs of diverse learners through the application of differentiated instruction.

·        Have an understanding of Aboriginal culture and be willing to learn and integrate Indigenous teachings into the curriculum.

·        Valid B.C. Teaching Certificate and familiarity with B.C. curriculum.

Nicola Similkameen School District is working to ensure an inclusive, diverse and representative workforce. Successful candidates will recognize that consistent with the UN Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples (UNDRIP), the BC Human Rights Code and the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms, employment practices and procedures at all levels must reflect and demonstrate an understanding of, and response to, a diverse population.

Nicola Similkameen School District has received approval from the Human Rights Tribunal allowing preferential hiring to persons of Indigenous ancestry. The district may give preference in hiring persons of Indigenous ancestry who possess the necessary qualifications to increase the number of Indigenous staff to be more representative of the learners we serve.

The starting salary for this position ranges from $60,090 - $109,520, with placement on the range based on length of service and qualifications under the collective agreement.

Interested applicants should go to our district website at www.sd58.bc.ca, which provides guidance on how to apply for teaching jobs in our district. Teachers interested in further information regarding this position should contact the Assistant Superintendent, Ms. Jane Kempston, at 250-378-5161 or email: jkempston@365.sd58.bc.ca

Please note: Due to the high volume of applications received, the district is unable to provide commentary or feedback on an applicant’s qualifications or application, nor can we offer career advice or consultation.

Applications will be reviewed, and hiring will occur on an ongoing basis.