Term Elementary Teacher

Job Code: 4053105

Kootenay/Okanagan

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Job Details

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Located __within __the __unceded __territory __of __the __syilx ___people,___the __Okanagan __Indian __Band __is __comprised __of __six __reserves __located __in __the __North Okanagan.

Come __join __the __OKIB __Team __and __enjoy __all __that __the __beautiful __Okanagan __Valley __has __to ___offer,___including __a __great ___climate,___stunning ___scenery,___world-class __ski ___resorts,___golf ___courses,___wineries __and __beaches. __

TheOKIBoffersawelcomingteamenvironmentandarewardingjobexperience.Youcanexpectasupportiveworkenvironmentandatotalcompensationpackagewhich********includes

▪ **3 Weeks’ Vacation Pay (scheduled on school closure dates) **

****▪ 15 Statutory Holidays **** ****▪ Paid Winter Holiday Break **** ****▪ Cultural Leave **** ****▪ Discounted Silver Star lift passes **** ****▪ 15 Paid Sick Days **** ****▪ Employee Assistance Program **** ****▪ Professional Development Opportunities **** Pro-rated based on a ten (10) month work schedule

Hours of work: 37.5 hours per week

Start Date: September 2026

End Date: June 30, 2027

Deadline for applications: July 31, 2026

Please send resume, cover letter and references in any one of two ways

Email: recruiting@okanagan.org

Mailor****drop****off: 12420 Westside Road, Vernon, BC V1H 2A4

Ifyouhaveaccessibilityneeds,pleasecontactHollieLachuk********@250-542-4328ext.********1011

Thesuccessful****applicantwill****berequired****toprovide****aCriminal****RecordCheck****thatincludes****thevulnerable****sectorand****threereferences

Ensuringthe****futurethrough****cultural,socialand**economic**development****

JOBSUMMARY

The Teacher will provide a variety of experiences that foster the child's aesthetic and artistic development, emotional, social, and cultural development, intellectual and physical development. It is important to value the contributions and needs of the parents and to work in partnership with them to provide a meaningful educational program.

REPORTINGSTRUCTURE Reports to the Vice Principal. ****

JOBDUTIES****& RESPONSIBILITIES

• Collaborate with fellow teachers on Smart Goals, Individual Education Plans (IEPs), Behaviour Intervention Plans (IBPs), Safety Plans, attendance, report cards, and interim reports
• Curriculum development and delivery following BC Curricular Content and Competencies as set out by the Ministry of Education for BC
• Complete and adhere to yearly overviews submitted to school Vice Principal
• Manage time between grade specific instruction and class combined instruction
• Assist and team teach in other classes as well as with Language and Culture programming, as needed
• Identify ways to help and support student learning through intervention strategies
• Prepare and implement Individual Education Plans (IEP's) and Individual Behaviour Plans (IBP's), maintain records and progress reports
• Continually assess student progress and make recommendations for program changes, ensuring IEP goals are met
• Ensure students work and corrections are complete and assist students in meeting deadlines; follow up on work missed due to absences
• Classroom supervision and management and supervise field trips and other supervision duties as required
• Develop and deliver unit plans inclusive of syilx/sqilxw knowledge and land-based learning when applicable and appropriate
• Implement a student-centered learning program which enhances the explicit programs our school delivers
• Implement positive discipline when required, conflict management of student incidents
• All persons employed by the Okanagan Indian Band may be required to assist the Band in providing emergency services. Duties assigned during an emergency may differ from regular duties
• Perform other duties as required

ADMINISTRATIVE****DUTIES********

• Complete student report cards and interim reports using school-wide format
• Complete formalized and standardized testing, including progress monitoring when applicable
• Collaborate with fellow teachers to develop Smart Goals, Individual Education Plans (IEPs), Individual Behaviour Plans (IBPs), and Safety Plans for students, and adhere to them
• Attend regular staff meetings and team-based meetings
• Must attend nsyilxcen language classes for school staff with a willingness to learn
• Attend all school-based Professional Development Days as directed
• Ensure attendance is taken daily and document daily notes
• Keep informed of current trends in the treatment of children with special needs
• Follow all guidelines as outlined in the Cultural Immersion School Handbooks
• Complete other required reports such as First Aid reports and Incident Reports, etc.
• Communicate regularly with parents to discuss student behaviours and progress in a timely manner, both challenges and growth
• Be ready, willing, and able to physically attend work during school closures (regular school day)
• Performs all duties and responsibilities in accordance with the OKIB policies and procedures
• All persons employed by the Okanagan Indian Band may be required to assist the Band in providing emergency services. Duties assigned during an emergency may differ from regular duties

WHOARE****WE**LOOKING**FOR****

You have education, experience, or an equivalent combination may be considered. You are community-minded, detail-oriented, have a willingness to contribute to a team and an excellent communicator.

Education

• Bachelor of Education, or equivalent
• Valid BC teaching certificate issued by the Teacher Regulation Branch
• Current First Aid/CPR certificate or willing to obtain
• Valid BC driver's license, class 5 and reliable vehicle

Experience

• Demonstrated ability to teach at an elementary level
• Ability to teach split classes and team teach all classes within the school (grades K4-G7)
• Experience working with First Nations preferred

Competencies******(KSAs********& DesiredAttributes)******

• Possesses cultural appropriateness and sensitivity towards OKIB and Community
• Demonstrate knowledge of the content being taught
• Plan for meaningful instruction, using BC curriculum content and competencies using a variety of instructional strategies
• Identify and use a variety of relevant learning resources
• Create a classroom environment conducive to student learning, and understanding of learner differences
• Establish respectful and empathetic relationships with students, families, and colleagues
• Gather and use information about students learning for assessment
• Ability to collaborate as a part of the instructional team in a multi-grade classroom
• Demonstrates consistent and fair decision making
• Demonstrate sound work ethic; punctual; respectful
• Effective verbal and written communication
• Possess cultural awareness and sensitivity; ability to exercise tact and diplomacy
• An interest in the Okanagan Language and traditional practices, and willingness to speak the Okanagan language in the classroom
• Knowledge and skill in computers, specifically MS Word and MS Excel

CLASSIFICATION/PAYSCALE

$65,000.00 - $85, 000.00 per annum dependant upon education and experience.

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Posted On

July 27, 2026 02:52 PM PST/PDT

Closing Date & Time

August 31, 2026 04:30 PM PST/PDT

Openings

1

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Job Type

Full Time, Contract/Term

Job Category

Teachers, Principals & Superintendents

City

Vernon

School/Location

nk̓maplqs iʔ snm̓am̓ay̓aʔtn iʔ k̓l sqilxʷtət Cultural Immersion School

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Salary

$65,000.00 - $85, 000.00

Employment Start Date

September 01, 2026

End Date

06/30/2027

FTE

1.00

Mandatory Document

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Criminal Background Check/Vulnerable Sector Check

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