Description
School District No. 58 (Nicola-Similkameen) serves the two communities of Merritt and Princeton, six First Nations Bands, the Métis and the Conayt Friendship Society. The mountains, lakes and valleys within the district make it a natural setting for fabulous, year-round outdoor activities. We offer a warm small-town atmosphere where relationships are fundamental to our success.
Princeton, in the Similkameen Valley, is beautifully situated in the foothills of the Cascade Mountains, on a major highway connecting the lower mainland to the okanagan valley. Forestry, mining, tourism, agriculture, and ranching are mainstays of the local economy.
In our district, we recognize that we learn, teach and work on the ancestral, traditional and unceded territories of the Nle?eKepmx and Syilx people, and we acknowledge our Métis communities and their contributions to the Aboriginal ways of being, knowing and doing.
Our Strategic Plan has a “Success for ALL Learners” focus, supported by a dedicated staff, engaged rightsholders and partners who share a genuine commitment to the district. The district offers rich programming to just over 2075 students, 48% of whom are Indigenous. We are proud of our work towards Truth and Reconciliation.
School District No. 58 (Nicola-Similkameen) is accepting applications for qualified BC Certified Teachers.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Demonstrate successful primary/intermediate/secondary level teaching experience.
Possess strong interpersonal, communication and collaborative skills.
Have the ability to work collaboratively and effectively with staff in a team setting.
Have the proven ability to meet the needs of diverse learners through application of differentiated instruction.
Be knowledgeable of the new BC curriculum.
Have an understanding of Aboriginal culture and be willing to learn and integrate Indigenous teachings into the curriculum.
Be available on a daily basis for the school calendar year.
Teaching category five or higher.
Valid B.C. Teaching Certificate and familiarity with B.C. curriculum.
Observation of the Human Rights Code of Canada and being Culturally Aware to all is a requirement for this position.
Interested applicants should go to our district website at www.sd58.bc.ca which provides guidance on how to apply for teaching jobs in our district.
Teachers interested in further information regarding this position should contact the Assistant Superintendent, Ms. Jane Kempston at 250-378-5161 or email: jkempston@365.sd58.bc.ca
