Part Time Elementary Floating Teacher

KʷU KʷLIW̓T L̓NQMAPLQS WE LIVE AT HEAD OF THE LAKE

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.

JOB TITLE : Part Time Elementary Floating Teacher

JOB SUMMARY

The Floating Teacher at the Cultural Immersion school will support and collaborate with classroom Teachers and Language Instructors / Teachers to plan, organize, and implement a culturally appropriate education program which guides and encourages students to develop and progress academically, emotionally, mentally, and socially.

SUPPORTS NEEDED

• Support planning, preparation, and delivery of instructional activities following BC Curricular Content and Competencies as set out by the Ministry of Education for BC
• Manage time between grade specific instruction and class combined instruction as needed
• Instruct and support in multiple classrooms throughout the day as needed.
• Assist and team teach with Language and Culture programming, as needed
• Assist with Physical / Health Education and Musical instruction when required
• Collaborate with fellow teachers on Smart Goals, Individual Education Plans (IEPs), Behaviour Intervention Plans (BIPs), report cards, and interim reports
• Identify ways to help and support student learning through intervention strategies
• Prepare and implement Individual Education Plans (IEP’s) and Behaviour Intervention Plans (BIP’s), maintain records and progress reports
• Integrate students with behaviour or academic challenges in a positive and respectful manner
• Support assessment of student progress and make recommendations for program changes, ensuring IEP goals are met
• Communicate necessary information regularly to students, colleagues and parents regarding student progress and student needs
• Provide feedback on student work; follow up on work missed due to absences
• Supervision duties in the classroom, field trips, and as required before / after school, and a recess / lunch
• Be a positive role model for behaviour and practice respectful student / adult interactions
• Implement positive discipline when required; conflict management of student incidents
• Ensure children have a safe and secure environment
• 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

ADMINITRATIVE DUTIES

• Support the Classroom Teachers with preparation of yearly overviews for each subject area, including pacing, competencies, content, and assessment
• Develop day plans, having the next 2 days planned and prepared as needed
• Support to monitor, record, and report on student progress and attendance
• Completing other necessary reports such as First Aid, accident, and behavioural incident reports
• Review student files
• Keep informed of current trends for students with learning or behaviour challenges
• Follow all guidelines as outlined in the Cultural Immersion School Parent-Teacher Handbook and Staff Handbook
• Communicate with parents as needed
• Participate in school-wide staff meetings, professional development, & training and school-based team meetings
• Performs all duties and responsibilities in accordance with the OKIB policies and procedures
• Participate in community and school events as directed and requested

WHO ARE WE LOOKING FOR

You have education, experience, or carry a willingness to learn. You are community-minded, detail-oriented, and an excellent communicator.

Education

• Bachelor of Education, or equivalent
• Valid BC teaching certificate issued by the Teacher Regulation Branch, or in process of attaining
• Current First Aid / CPR certificate or willing to obtain

Experience

• Demonstrated ability to teach at an elementary level
• Ability to teach multi-grade classes and team teach all classes within the school (grades K5-G7)
• Experience working with First Nations preferred

Competencies (KSAs & Desired Attributes)

• 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

DIRECT REPORTS

None

CLASSIFICATION / PAY SCALE

$60, $82, per annum dependent on education and experience

The OKIB offers a welcoming team environment and a rewarding job experience.

Hours of work : Up to 15 hours per week

Start Date : ASAP

Deadline for applications : Open until filled

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

Email :

Mail or drop off : 12420 Westside Road, Vernon, BC V1H 2A4

If you have accessibility needs, please contact Hollie Lachuk @ 250-542-4328 ext. 1011

The successful applicant will be required to provide a Criminal Record Check that includes the vulnerable sector and three references

Preference will be given to qualified Aboriginal Applicants as per section 41 of the Human Rights Code.