Temporary Full-time Kindergarten Teacher
Temporary Full-time Kindergarten Teacher
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Job Description
Position: Kindergarten Teacher
Reports to: Principal
Date: Immediately and until the return of the incumbent
Position Type: Full Time during School Year
The Lower Kootenay Indian Band near Creston is seeking to fill the position of a Kindegarten Teacher for the Bands K 7 school. Yaqan Nukiy School is certified and accredited by both the BC Ministry of Education and the First Nations School Association.
Teachers are provided with ongoing professional development opportunities through the FNSA.
POSITION SUMMARY
The start date of this position is immediate and will end June 19 2025. This position may also lead to a continued 2025/2026 contract. This position involves the provision of instruction preparation assessment classroom management professional development and school meetings community and parental relations and adherence to all Yaqan Nukiy School and BC Ministry of Education policies and procedures.
Preference will be given to candidates with the following:
- Possession of (or eligibility for) B.C. Ministry of Education Teaching Certificate
- Successful teaching experience in a First Nations community
- Ability to meet the challenges of classroom management and differentiated curriculum delivery at the Kindergarten level and successfully address student challenges in emotional and social areas
- Familiarity with computer technology in the delivery of curriculum
- Ability to cultivate regular meaningful dialogue between school and home to support parental engagement in the learning process of students
- Willingness to participate in extracurricular programs to engage students beyond the academic arena in outdoor education and Ktunaxa language and culture.
- Willingness to engage with local culture and participate in community events
- Special consideration will be given to applicants with Acadience (DIBELS) Readwell and/or Jump Math experience.
To apply please forward your resume with a cover letter to Katherine Coleman via email to
We would like to thank all applicants for their interest in this position. However only those selected for interviews will be contacted.
Employment Type
Full-Time
