Description
Hul'q'umi'num' Immersion Teacher
Reference No. QSL-QSE-HIT-1124
PURPOSE: Reporting to the Principal of Quw'utsun Smuneem Elementary School, the Hul'q'umi'num' Immersion Teacher will deliver academic courses to elementary school students while providing cultural learning opportunities consistent with Cowichan Tribes' expectations. This is a full-time permanent position that works primarily at Quw'utsun Smuneem Elementary School with minimal local travel required.
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS: Cowichan Tribes offers an excellent benefit and pension plan available after successful completion of the probationary period. The position includes paid professional development and paid sick leave. This position also offers a competitive salary that will be contingent upon years' of service and Teacher Qualification Service Category.
Category 5: $62,188.41 - $99,819.06 annually
Category 5+: $66,326.82 $106,908.89 annually
Category 6: $67,770.45 - $109,395.15 annually
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Deliver Hul'q'umi'num' Academic Lesson Plans
Provide leadership in the integration of Cowichan culture, values and language in classroom activities
Deliver yearly and daily Hul'q'umi'num' lesson plans, as per BC Ministry of Education guidelines
Instruct and deliver artistic expressions of Cowichan Tribes including visual art, dance, and music
Modify lessons as per the individual student needs
Track individual student performance, behaviours and any issues throughout the year
Complete formative and summative assessments for each student
Prepare report cards for Principal review
Assign lessons and homework to students based on their progress
Grade and provide feedback on student homework and assignments
Implement strong classroom management skills while providing lesson plans
Provide social-emotional learning support to students or refer to internal/external resources as needed
Review student files as needed
Assist and coordinate school program related activities
Debrief with Principal, other teachers and parents if student issues arise
Other related duties as required
Provide Administrative Support to the Program
Job shadow classroom teacher to support building Hul'q'umi'num' fluency in a classroom setting
Prepare Hul'q'umi'num' lesson plans and assignments to meet regulated curriculum objective
Collaborate with the Hul'q'umi'num' Immersion Program Manager & the Hul'q'umi'num' Curriculum Developer to support and foster student learning
Co-develop Individual Education Plans in a collaborative team environment with related stakeholders
Attend team meetings
Participate in parent-teacher meetings
Other related duties as required
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE : (please attach all required documents)
Bachelor of Education Degree required
First Nations Language Teacher's Certificate of Qualification an asset
Certified Teacher Licensed through the BC Ministry of Education Teacher Regulation Branch or willingness to obtain TRB certification through the First Nations Education Authority process
2 years' experience delivering Hul'q'umi'num' lesson plans preferred
Experience teaching and planning with an inquiry-based, student-centered approach that is engaging and personalized to the needs of young learners
Thorough knowledge and understanding of Cowichan Tribes language, culture and teachings
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
Recent success as an elementary classroom teacher of Indigenous learners
A strong commitment to positive and consistent engagement and communication with guardians and other stakeholders
A classroom management style that focuses on structure, mutual respect, natural consequences, consistency and positive reinforcement
Strong interpersonal, communication and collaborative skills with a proven ability to work co-operatively and effectively with other educators in a collegial team setting
Well-developed written, oral and presentation skills
Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to multitask
HOW TO APPLY: Interested applicants are invited to submit a current resume, a detailed cover letter and three references to Human Resources by email before the deadline with the Reference No. in the subject line of your email.
Reference No. QSL-QSE-HIT-1124
Cowichan Tribes Human Resources Department
Email: resume@cowichantribes.com
Website: http://www.cowichantribes.com/employment
Deadline: 4:00 p.m. on Monday, November 26, 2024
Pursuant to section 41 of the BC Human Rights Code, preference may be given to applicants of Indigenous ancestry.
We thank all applicants in advance but only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
