NISGA’A LANGUAGE & CULTURE ASSISTANT
About the role
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 # 26-50 TEMPORARY EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY NISGA'A LANGUAGE & CULTURE ASSISTANT Nathan Barton Elementary School
Nisga'a School District No. 92 invites applications for a temporary K-7 Nisga'a Language & Culture Assistant. This is a 5.5 hour a day position at Nathan Barton Elementary School starting as soon as possible and ending June 30, 2026.
The Nisga'a Language and Culture Assistant would work in the K-7 classrooms to assist with creating an inclusive education environment. There will be monthly meetings with the NL teacher, the assistant would work directly with the classroom teacher to develop language skills inside the classroom environment. The NLA position will work with the NL teacher in the mornings to assist with the NL classes. The afternoons would be shared by the NL teacher, and the 5/6/7 teachers to work on developing language skills for the intermediate students. Duties will be assigned by the school Principal. Please indicate your preference when applying.
The Successful Candidate Will Have Demonstrated
- Completion of Grade 12
- Knowledge of Nisga'a history, culture, and language
- Training in the First Nations Language Essentials curriculum (A.S.K.M.E.)
- Practice with A.S.K. M.E. Level 1
- Willingness to work on translating the A.S.K. M.E. document and to attend training for working with this document
- The ability to speak Nisga'a fluently and/or be willing to learn more Nisga'a language
- Willingness to participate in the planning and development, as well as support, delivery of language and cultural activities in the school
- Ability to work cooperatively with administration, school office staff, and teachers doing regular school activities
- Ability to work constructively with parents and students as requested
- Experience in a high-energy environment working with elementary students
Applications must be made in writing, accompanied by 3 work related references and transcript(s) that address level(s) of competency in the above qualifications. Please forward resume with 3 recent work-related employment references and other supporting documents.
This posting will remain open until 12:00 pm October 27, 2025 .
Pay and benefits are in accordance with the current CUPE Collective Agreement.
We thank all applicants and advise that only those short-listed will be contacted. For further clarification please contact Rosetta Doolan, Principal at Nathan Barton Elementary School, rdoolan@nisgaa.bc.ca. A successful criminal record clearance will be required prior to beginning any position with Nisga'a School District No. 92. Should you have any questions regarding this posting, please contact our Human Resources Department.
Job Posting # 26-50 Human Resource Department Nisga'a School District No. 92 Box 240
New Aiyansh, BC V0J 1A0 Email: hr@nisgaa.bc.ca
NISGA’A LANGUAGE & CULTURE ASSISTANT
About the role
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 # 26-50 TEMPORARY EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY NISGA'A LANGUAGE & CULTURE ASSISTANT Nathan Barton Elementary School
Nisga'a School District No. 92 invites applications for a temporary K-7 Nisga'a Language & Culture Assistant. This is a 5.5 hour a day position at Nathan Barton Elementary School starting as soon as possible and ending June 30, 2026.
The Nisga'a Language and Culture Assistant would work in the K-7 classrooms to assist with creating an inclusive education environment. There will be monthly meetings with the NL teacher, the assistant would work directly with the classroom teacher to develop language skills inside the classroom environment. The NLA position will work with the NL teacher in the mornings to assist with the NL classes. The afternoons would be shared by the NL teacher, and the 5/6/7 teachers to work on developing language skills for the intermediate students. Duties will be assigned by the school Principal. Please indicate your preference when applying.
The Successful Candidate Will Have Demonstrated
- Completion of Grade 12
- Knowledge of Nisga'a history, culture, and language
- Training in the First Nations Language Essentials curriculum (A.S.K.M.E.)
- Practice with A.S.K. M.E. Level 1
- Willingness to work on translating the A.S.K. M.E. document and to attend training for working with this document
- The ability to speak Nisga'a fluently and/or be willing to learn more Nisga'a language
- Willingness to participate in the planning and development, as well as support, delivery of language and cultural activities in the school
- Ability to work cooperatively with administration, school office staff, and teachers doing regular school activities
- Ability to work constructively with parents and students as requested
- Experience in a high-energy environment working with elementary students
Applications must be made in writing, accompanied by 3 work related references and transcript(s) that address level(s) of competency in the above qualifications. Please forward resume with 3 recent work-related employment references and other supporting documents.
This posting will remain open until 12:00 pm October 27, 2025 .
Pay and benefits are in accordance with the current CUPE Collective Agreement.
We thank all applicants and advise that only those short-listed will be contacted. For further clarification please contact Rosetta Doolan, Principal at Nathan Barton Elementary School, rdoolan@nisgaa.bc.ca. A successful criminal record clearance will be required prior to beginning any position with Nisga'a School District No. 92. Should you have any questions regarding this posting, please contact our Human Resources Department.
Job Posting # 26-50 Human Resource Department Nisga'a School District No. 92 Box 240
New Aiyansh, BC V0J 1A0 Email: hr@nisgaa.bc.ca