Social Emotional Learning and Prep Teacher

Teaching Position – Social Emotional Learning and Prep Teacher

School District No. 10 – Arrow Lakes, in the beautiful West Kootenay region of southeastern BC, is situated on the traditional, ancestral and unceded territory of the Sinixt, Sylix, Ktunaxa, and Secwepemc Peoples. We have the following temporary contract teaching opportunity for the 2026-2027 school year:

Position: Social Emotional Learning and Prep Teacher

School: Nakusp Elementary School

FTE: 0.8 FTE Temporary Contract

Effective: September 8, 2026 – June 30, 2027

Salary Range: $67,040 - $119,548 (based on 1.0 FTE)

Position Overview

School District 10 is committed to fostering a collaborative community of learning grounded in strong academics, overall well-being, and a meaningful connection to the land. We strive to equip our students with the knowledge, skills, and resilience they need to navigate an ever-changing future. We are seeking an enthusiastic and creative educator to join a supportive and dedicated team of administrators, teachers, support staff, parents, students, and community partners. The successful candidate will share our commitment to this purpose and contribute actively to our vibrant learning community at Nakusp Elementary School.

Assignment / Schedule

The is role is to provide social-emotional learning (SEL) classroom and small group instruction as well as prep coverage.

Required Qualifications, Experience and Skills:

• A valid Teaching Certificate from the BC Teacher Regulation Branch
• Post-secondary coursework in social and emotional development and learning
• Successful experience working with school-based teams to integrate socio-emotional learning and self- regulated learning into school schedules and activities
• Strong interpersonal and collaboration skills and strengths working within a team environment
• Successful experience integrating socio-emotional learning and self-regulated learning
• Expertise in specific social, emotional, and behavioural needs, self-regulation and SOGI 123 curricula
• Commitment to co-developing the School Growth Plan and collaboratively organizing for learning
• Professional learning inquiry experience that informs professional practice
• Commitment and expertise in building relationships with parents and community
• Willingness to participate in the school's extra-curricular programs will be an asset

All applicants should provide evidence of relevant expertise and experience related to the position. Please apply online with a complete application package, including a cover letter outlining your suitability for the role, résumé, applicable practicum reports, the names of at least three professional references, and proof of a valid Teaching Certificate. Applications must be received by 12:00 p.m. (noon), Thursday, July 23, 2026.

For additional information about the position contact Brent Cook, Principal at Brent.Cook@sd10.bc.ca. Any questions about the recruitment process, including requesting an accommodation, can be sent to the attention of the District Human Resources Manager, Stephanie Roger, by email to hr@sd10.bc.ca.

Only candidates short-listed for interviews will be contacted.