1.0 FTE Continuing full-time Library and prep teaching position

MERRITT BENCH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 1.0 FTE Continuing full-time Library and prep teaching position, beginning September 1, 2026. Required Qualifications Training and experience working with grade-level students. Experience with adapting materials, resources, assessments, and learning outcomes for student needs. Valid BC Teaching Certificate and familiarity with the BC Curriculum. Teaching category five or higher. Preferred Qualifications A commitment to supporting a variety of learning needs. Experience/training in supporting the social-emotional learning needs of students. Committed to establishing and maintaining positive relationships with students, staff and parents. Committed to working as a member of a school team in support of students. Nicola-Similkameen School District is working to ensure an inclusive, diverse and representative workforce. Successful candidates will recognize that consistent with the UN Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples (UNDRIP), the BC Human Rights Code and the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms, employment practices and procedures at all levels must reflect and demonstrate an understanding of, and response to, a diverse population. Nicola-Similkameen School District has received approval from the Human Rights Tribunal allowing preferential hiring to persons of Indigenous ancestry. The District may give preference in hiring persons of Indigenous ancestry who possess the necessary qualifications to increase the number of Indigenous staff to be more representative of the learners we serve. The starting annual salary for a full-time teacher position ranges from $66,604 - $116,190 , with placement on the range based on length of service and qualifications in accordance with the collective agreement. Interested applicants should go to our district website at , which provides guidance on how to apply for teaching jobs in our district. Applications must be received prior to 4:00 p.m., August 28, 2026. Teachers interested in further information regarding this position should contact the Principal, Ms. Daniella Bennie, at 250-378-2528 or email:

Manage the school library and provide prep teaching for grade-level students. Establish positive relationships with students, staff, and parents while working as part of a school team.

Must hold a valid BC Teaching Certificate with a teaching category of five or higher and familiarity with the BC Curriculum. Experience in adapting materials for diverse student needs and supporting social-emotional learning is preferred.

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• Library Management
• Teaching
• Curriculum Adaptation
• Student Assessment
• Social-Emotional Learning
• Relationship Building
• Inclusive Education
• BC Curriculum Knowledge

• Education
• Government & Public Sector

Minimum education

Professional degree

Minimum experience

2+ years

Apply by

Sep 25, 2026

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week

Seniority

Entry level