Head Teacher

Our Vision

Prophet River First Nation strives to be a selfreliant culturally connected First Nation with proud responsible independent members; a clear viable and environmentally responsible economic future for our citizens; and a healthy happy drug and alcoholfree community that thrives on mutual respect integrity honesty and traditional cultural values.

Position Summary

As a key member of the schools instructional team the Head Teacher is primarily responsible for providing instructional services and support to students. The Teacher is the subject matter expert and takes the lead in ensuring effective instructional programs for our students at Prophet River Dene Tsaa School.

Primary/Core Responsibilities

• Demonstrate respect for Prophet River First Nation language and culture protocols
• Express a genuine interest in learning about the Nations language and culture to enhance students learning in the classroom.
• Teach students based on the British Columbia Ministry of Education curriculum guidelines
• Prepare overviews plan and deliver lessons for all subject areas

• Provide classroom supervision and management
• Provide individualized instruction and intervention in literacy and numeracy
• Modify and adapt programs to account for a diversity of learning needs
• Implement testing and report data as required
• Assess and record students progress by developing report cards and individual education plans

• Identify goals for students in individual education plans
• Establish and build relationships with the students families and the Prophet River First Nation at large
• Communicate regularly with families about students progress
• Maintain a tidy and orderly classroom
• Use classroom management strategies to promote a healthy safe and orderly classroom environment
• Plan and execute educational inclass and outdoor activities and events
• Supervise students during school hours and at in school events hosted in the community
• Observe and understand students behavior and report suspicions of neglect abuse etc.
• Develop and enrich professional skills and knowledge by attending seminars conferences and workshops
• Participate in regular staff meetings to support the smooth running and administration of the school
• Support the leadership team to implement Prophet River First Nations vision and goals for their students.
• Be willing to participate in regular coaching and training to better own skills as an effective educator

• Learns and performs all duties and responsibilities in accordance with Prophet River First Nation policies standards practices and procedures as directed by the Director of Education.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

Enjoys working with and supporting children

Strong interpersonal skills and ability to engage with students and parents from diverse backgrounds; ability to build rapport and trust

Demonstrates ability to listen well and communicate effectively both orally and in writing with discretion tact courtesy and professionalism

Empathetic patient and approachable

Exceptional organizational and time management skills

Ability to use and keep uptodate with various technologies for teaching purposes (e.g. smartboard iPad learning applications etc.

Strong knowledge of child development and behavior

Professional with the ability to maintain confidentiality

Ability to build strong relationships with students staff parents and the community

Ability to work effectively as part of a team and get along well with others

Ability to work independently with demonstrated initiative

Dependable and reliable.

Health and Safety

• Follows guidelines relating to health and safety and reportable incidents
• Monitors the safety of the children including supervision duties at playtime gym lunch and recess
• Monitors the environment daily for potential hazards takes preventative action as required and reports all concerns to the Director of Education.
  

Other Requirements

• All employees are expected to respect the confidentiality of all information pertaining to PRFN and not disclose it to anyone who does not have a legitimate/official need for it. If you have any questions about the confidentiality of information entrusted to you or to which you have access please discuss them with your supervisor. Please note that your obligations of confidentiality will continue indefinitely including after separation of employment.

Qualifications

Training Education and Experience

• Minimum Bachelor of Education Degree
• Valid B.C. Teaching Certificate and membership in the BC Teachers Federation.
• Experience working with an Indigenous community is beneficial.
• Experience working with individuals with special needs and/or vulnerable students is beneficial.
• Willing to complete CPR and First Aid Certificate if CPR and First Aid Certificate is not up to date
• Satisfactory Criminal Record Check (vulnerable sector).
• Current B.C. Class 5 Drivers Licence.
• Knowledge of BC curriculum including Read Well Reading Mastery Saxon Math and/or other direct instruction programs
• Experience developing and implementing curriculum and instructional resources;
• Computer literacy and ability to effectively use technology in a classroom setting;
• An understanding and appreciation of First Nations culture and history

Please email cover letter and resume to:

Leah Asher Education Administrator at Prophet River First Nation

250.775.1180