Itinerant Student Counsellor
Top Benefits
About the role
NIS G A'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/ExternalCompetition#26-76
Itinerant Student Counsellor
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 Ayuuḵ, our shared values, and Sayt K’il̓im 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 K–12 Itinerant Student Counsellor to support students across Nisga’a schools. The Student Counsellor works within relationship‑centred, community‑connected learning environments and contributes to reconciliation through respectful, culturally responsive counselling practices that support student wellbeing. Working collaboratively with school‑based teams, families, and community partners, the role focuses on promoting social‑emotional wellbeing, mental health, and student resilience across the district. This is an itinerant position that requires regular travel between schools.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide counselling services to students across K–12, including individual, small‑group, and preventative programming
- Support student social‑emotional wellbeing, mental health, and positive coping strategies
- Collaborate with school teams to support students experiencing behavioural, emotional, or attendance‑related challenges
- Participate in school‑based team meetings and contribute to coordinated planning and student support
- Work in partnership with families to support student wellbeing and engagement in learning
- Collaborate with partner agencies and service providers, including Nisga’a Valley Health Authority, Nisga’a Children and Family Services, Provincial School Outreach, and other community partners
- Contribute to crisis response, safety planning, and student support as required
- Maintain appropriate documentation and adhere to ethical and professional standards of practice
- Engage in professional learning and collaborative practices that strengthen counselling services across the district
Required Qualifications
- Valid BC Ministry of Education Teaching Certificate and eligibility to work as a School Counsellor
- Legally permitted to work in Canada
- Master’s degree in Counselling Psychology, School Counselling, or a related field
- Training and experience providing counselling services to children and youth
- Knowledge of trauma‑informed, strength‑based, and culturally responsive counselling practices
- Valid BC Driver’s Licence and ability to travel between schools within the district
Preferred Attributes
- Experience providing counselling services across elementary and secondary school settings
- Strong understanding of child and adolescent development and mental health
- Ability to build trusting, respectful relationships with students, families, and school teams
- Experience collaborating with community agencies and external service providers
- Strong communication, organization, and case‑management skills
- Socially responsive and culturally respectful approach to student wellbeing
- Commitment to teamwork, professional learning, and reflective practice
Compensation & Incentives
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Competitive salary aligned with the BCTF salary grid
-
Recruitment & Retention Allowance
-
Access to affordable, partially furnished staff housing (subject to availability, $350–$600 per month)
-
Moving allowance
-
Mentoring and instructional coaching
Application Process
Applications must be submitted through Make a Future and include
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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
This posting will remain open until filled. We thank all applicants for their interest in the Nisga’a School District; only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
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
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Posted On
July 23, 2026 09:23 AM PST/PDT
Closing Date & Time
September 22, 2026 08:30 PM PST/PDT
Openings
1
Job Type
Full Time
Job Category
Teachers, Principals & Superintendents
City
Gitlax̱t'aamiks (New Aiyansh)
School/Location
Multiple locations
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Salary
per BCTF Salary Grid
Employment Start Date
September 01, 2026
Mandatory Document
- Resume
- Cover Letter
- Teaching Qualifications/Licenses
- Certificates & Diplomas
- Reference Letter(s)
Apply
About BC Public Schools
Make a Future is the official job board for K-12 education careers in British Columbia, created through a partnership involving BC's Ministry of Education and Child Care, public school boards, First Nations, and independent schools. The platform aims to connect passionate educators, leaders, and support staff with job opportunities in BC schools.
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Itinerant Student Counsellor
Top Benefits
About the role
NIS G A'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/ExternalCompetition#26-76
Itinerant Student Counsellor
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 Ayuuḵ, our shared values, and Sayt K’il̓im 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 K–12 Itinerant Student Counsellor to support students across Nisga’a schools. The Student Counsellor works within relationship‑centred, community‑connected learning environments and contributes to reconciliation through respectful, culturally responsive counselling practices that support student wellbeing. Working collaboratively with school‑based teams, families, and community partners, the role focuses on promoting social‑emotional wellbeing, mental health, and student resilience across the district. This is an itinerant position that requires regular travel between schools.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide counselling services to students across K–12, including individual, small‑group, and preventative programming
- Support student social‑emotional wellbeing, mental health, and positive coping strategies
- Collaborate with school teams to support students experiencing behavioural, emotional, or attendance‑related challenges
- Participate in school‑based team meetings and contribute to coordinated planning and student support
- Work in partnership with families to support student wellbeing and engagement in learning
- Collaborate with partner agencies and service providers, including Nisga’a Valley Health Authority, Nisga’a Children and Family Services, Provincial School Outreach, and other community partners
- Contribute to crisis response, safety planning, and student support as required
- Maintain appropriate documentation and adhere to ethical and professional standards of practice
- Engage in professional learning and collaborative practices that strengthen counselling services across the district
Required Qualifications
- Valid BC Ministry of Education Teaching Certificate and eligibility to work as a School Counsellor
- Legally permitted to work in Canada
- Master’s degree in Counselling Psychology, School Counselling, or a related field
- Training and experience providing counselling services to children and youth
- Knowledge of trauma‑informed, strength‑based, and culturally responsive counselling practices
- Valid BC Driver’s Licence and ability to travel between schools within the district
Preferred Attributes
- Experience providing counselling services across elementary and secondary school settings
- Strong understanding of child and adolescent development and mental health
- Ability to build trusting, respectful relationships with students, families, and school teams
- Experience collaborating with community agencies and external service providers
- Strong communication, organization, and case‑management skills
- Socially responsive and culturally respectful approach to student wellbeing
- Commitment to teamwork, professional learning, and reflective practice
Compensation & Incentives
-
Competitive salary aligned with the BCTF salary grid
-
Recruitment & Retention Allowance
-
Access to affordable, partially furnished staff housing (subject to availability, $350–$600 per month)
-
Moving allowance
-
Mentoring and instructional coaching
Application Process
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
This posting will remain open until filled. We thank all applicants for their interest in the Nisga’a School District; only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
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
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Posted On
July 23, 2026 09:23 AM PST/PDT
Closing Date & Time
September 22, 2026 08:30 PM PST/PDT
Openings
1
Job Type
Full Time
Job Category
Teachers, Principals & Superintendents
City
Gitlax̱t'aamiks (New Aiyansh)
School/Location
Multiple locations
+ Show more
Salary
per BCTF Salary Grid
Employment Start Date
September 01, 2026
Mandatory Document
- Resume
- Cover Letter
- Teaching Qualifications/Licenses
- Certificates & Diplomas
- Reference Letter(s)
Apply
About BC Public Schools
Make a Future is the official job board for K-12 education careers in British Columbia, created through a partnership involving BC's Ministry of Education and Child Care, public school boards, First Nations, and independent schools. The platform aims to connect passionate educators, leaders, and support staff with job opportunities in BC schools.