Elder in Residence (FEMALE)

Job summary

Provide cultural, traditional, and spiritual guidance to students and staff through storytelling, songs, and dance. Facilitate traditional ceremonies and impart Secwepemc values and philosophies to help students grow in their ancestry.

Job details

JOB POSTING Tk’emlúps te Secwépemc (TteS) is a fast-growing vibrant organization committed to the development and progress of its Band Members and Community. As such, TteS invites applications from qualified, highly motivated and dynamic individuals to fill the following position. POSITION TITLE: Elder in Residence (FEMALE) DEPARTMENT: Sk’elep School of Excellence SUPERVISOR: School Principal TERMS: 6 hours/day Monday - Friday JOB REFERENCE: 2025-119 PURPOSE OF POSITION The Elder in Residence is recognized and respected in the community as an Elder with such attributes as having knowledge of and practicing the Secwepemc traditional teachings. As an Elder in Residence you will be expected to provide guidance and assistance to students and staff in addition to promoting cultural, traditional and spiritual awareness and understanding through storytelling, talking circles, songs, dance and participative activities. Duties And Responsibilities Impart tradition, knowledge, culture, values and lessons using orality and role modeling traditional practices. Share the Secwepemc vision of life through Secwepemc philosophies and those handed down the through ceremonies and traditional teachings. Sharing their wisdom to assist students to grow as strong people, open to developing their knowledge and skills, and pride in their ancestry. Facilitate ceremonies. Participate in and contribute to meetings, workshops and training for staff. Performs all duties and responsibilities in accordance with Sk’elep policies, procedures and standards and as directed by the School Principal Required Abilities, Knowledge And Skills Knowledge and familiarity of Secwepemc culture and traditions, including dance and songs. Ability to plan, organize and facilitate traditional ceremonies including protocols for speaking in public, opening prayers and providing blessings. Strong interpersonal and communications skills. Strong relationship building skills with children and adults. Ability to provide cultural perspectives and advice on interactions to children and adults. Friendly and supportive to school children, staff, visitors and guests in the school. Current Criminal Records Check (Vulnerable Persons). Required Licences, Certification, Etc. Knowledge of and ability to speak the Secwepemc language. First Nations ancestry. ASSETS TteS Band male member with required qualifications. Basic computer skills. HOURS OF WORK: 6 hours/day Monday - Friday PAY GRADE: Starting at $27.32/hour or more dependent upon experience Tk’emlúps te Secwépemc thanks all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. In accordance with Section 16(1) of the Canadian Human Rights Act and pursuant to Section 42 of the BC Human Rights code, it is TteS Policy to practice preferential hiring for Aboriginal peoples. Candidates who wish to qualify for preferential consideration must self-identify. Open until filled Submit Job Application Form, cover letter, resume, and references online: https://tkemlups.ca/employment/ or at our Human Resources office #200 - 330 Chief Alex Thomas Way. Office Hours are Monday to Friday 8:00 am to 4:00 pm & closed for lunch from 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm

What you’ll do

Provide cultural, traditional, and spiritual guidance to students and staff through storytelling, songs, and dance. Facilitate traditional ceremonies and impart Secwepemc values and philosophies to help students grow in their ancestry.

Requirements

Must be a recognized Elder with First Nations ancestry and proficiency in the Secwepemc language. Requires a current Criminal Records Check for Vulnerable Persons and strong interpersonal skills.

Listed skills

• Relationship Building · Preferred
• interpersonal communication · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Secwepemc Culture
• Traditional Teachings
• Storytelling
• Ceremony Facilitation
• Public Speaking
• Interpersonal Communication
• Relationship Building
• Secwepemc Language
• Cultural Guidance
• Orality

Job areas

• Education
• Social Services
• Government & Public Sector