Elementary Primary Teacher (Grade 1 to 3)

Wilp Si Wilaxsinsxwhl Simgigyet (Gitwangak Elementary School)

POSITION: Elementary Primary Teacher (Grade 1 to 3)

Term of Employment: August 25, 2025 to June 26, 2026

Wage: Negotiable and is dependant on experience

Seasonal School Year position

Successful applicant will start on a 3-month probation period

Deadline for Application package: June 30, 2025

Start Date: August 25, 2025

Must Submit:

1.     Resume

2.     Cover Letter

3.     References

4.     Copy of Certificates

Incomplete Resume packages will not be considered.

Mandatory Criminal Record Check: GES has a form for the successful applicant to complete.

Qualifications:

Valid BC Teaching Certificate in good standing, array of professional development certificates, valid drivers license.

This position is looking for a candidate experienced in teaching primary education and learning interventions. A successful candidate will have knowledge of techniques for blended learning and teaching classes with mixed abilities.

Related experience:

·          Promote high expectations and academic achievement for all students in a safe and nurturing environment

·          Recent successful elementary teaching experience

·          Experience with Read Well, Nelson Literacy, Jump Math and Math Makes Sense and other would be an asset

·          Knowledge and experience with DIBELS/Acadience and CAT 2 Assessment tools

·          Ability to incorporate innovative ideas and creativity in the classroom

·          Differentiates curriculum expectations and teaching strategies to meet the needs of all students

·          Ability to engage students in a positive learning environment

·          Manage student behaviour in the classroom incorporating school-wide rules and discipline policy

·          Experience and ability to infuse the Gitxsan culture / language into the curriculum is an asset and recommended for student success

·          Experience and knowledge with special needs students and particularly those demonstrating language delay and  behavioural needs

·          Be a team player and work with all staff in a positive manner and provide support where needed and on the land

·          Guide classroom Education Assistants to implement curriculum and support students in a kind, safe manner

·          Exceptional inter-personal skills and particularly those related to parent/community involvement

·          Willing to take part in culture and language program, and fundraising events for school.

Please mail/ e-mail: cover letter, resume, BC Teaching Certificate, copies of certificates, references, Criminal Record and supporting documents to:

Gitwangak Education Society, Attn: Administrator

administrator@gitwangakeducation.ca

Thank you to all applicants, only those chosen for an interview will be contacted.