Haahuupayak School Full Time Elementary teaching position, 2026-27 school year

Contact Haahuupayak School Principal: Nancy Logan Ph: 250 724 5542

Date: May 1, 2026

Job Title(s): Elementary School Teacher, Grade 5

Number of positions available: 1.0 FTE

Job start date: August 31, 2026

Closing date for applications: May 22, 2026

Schedule: Full-Time

Wage: On par with District 70, BC teacher scale, starting at $68,481 for CAT 5

Hours: Monday-Thursday: 8am-4pm, Friday: 8am-12:30pm

Haahuupayak School is an Independent School located on Tseshaht First Nation Territory in the beautiful Alberni Valley. Tseshaht First Nation is one of 14 tribes in the Nuuchahnulth Territories. The school community is nestled adjacent to the city of Port Alberni, which has a population of approximately 18,000.

The school has an average student enrolment of 150 (approximately 20 students per class) and delivers the current BC Curriculum to its Kindergarten to Grade 7 students. Students and teachers are supported by an Inclusion Support Teacher, Learning Assistant Teacher, Child and Youth Care workers and a vibrant cultural program.

At haahuupayak, it is our goal to provide an education that meets educational needs of today, in a manner consistent with Nuuchahnulth cultural teachings. Haahuupa means "continuous teaching with care."

At haahuupayak, children are guided to meet their potential, while gaining knowledge and appreciation of their culture.

HAAHUUPAYAK SCHOOL

POSITION DESCRIPTION

POSITION TITLE: Grade 5 Elementary Teacher

REPORTING TO: Principal of haahuupayak School

POSITION SUMMARY

The teacher is responsible for providing quality education to elementary school aged children attending haahuupayak School.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES

• Performs all duties and responsibilities in accordance with the School policies, standards, governing regulations and procedures, as directed by the haahuupayak Society

• Maintains confidentiality on all matters relating to the affairs of haahuupayak School

• Follows BC Curriculum and BC Performance Standards to meet BC academic standards

• Prepares lesson and unit plans that meet the learning outcomes outlined in the BC curriculum

• Manages classroom to be a safe learning environment

• Maintains records of students' academic performances utilizing a variety of informal and formal assessment tools

• Prepares student Communicating Student Learning reports and facilitates parent/teacher interviews

• Provides individual and group instruction designed to meet individual student needs and to motivate student learning.

• Cooperates in school-wide supervision of students during out-of-classroom activities

• Cooperates in team building and team work with the principal and other staff

• Maintains professional development by taking courses and participating in workshops

• Other responsibilities as assigned by the Principal

QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION/TRAINING/CERTIFICATION

• Bachelor of Education Degree and a member of the BC Teachers Regulation Branch: BC Ministry of Education

• Valid First Aid Certification with CPR Level B or C endorsement an asset

EXPERIENCE

• Classroom teaching, student teaching, internship, or full-time teaching experience within a public or private school system.

OTHER QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

• Good communication skills (oral and written)

• Integrity (Honesty, Trustworthy, Professional etc.)

• Ability to be open-minded and tolerant

• Ability to develop and deliver BC curriculum

• Knowledge of current trends in computer technology

• Solid classroom management

• Criminal Records Check appropriate to the Employer and the position

• Current Driver's License (not a requirement)

• Life style consistence with the duties and responsibilities of the position

• Organized with excellent planning and development skills

• Experience working within a First Nation environment

With application, please provide Cover Letter, Resume including 3 current references and any other supporting documents. Apply by email to: principal@haahuupayak.com

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Closing date is: May 22, 2026

Posted On

May 11, 2026 03:39 PM PST/PDT

Closing Date & Time

May 22, 2026 03:00 PM PST/PDT

Openings

1

Job Type

Full Time

Job Category

Teachers, Principals & Superintendents

City

Port Alberni

School/Location

HAAHUUPAYAK SCHOOL

Salary

On par with District 70, BC teacher scale, starting at $68,481 for CAT 5

Employment Start Date

August 31, 2026

FTE

1.00

Mandatory Document

• Resume
• Cover Letter

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