Role overview

CAREER OPPORTUNITY

Primary Teacher

Stswecem̓c Xgat̓tem First Nation (SXFN) is hiring a full-time teacher for Rosie Seymour Elementary/Secondary School (RSESS): a Primary Teacher for Grades K–3.

RSESS is a First Nation-operated school with 16 students, following the BC curriculum in partnership with First Nations Education Sterring Committee (FNESC) and First Nations Schools Association (FNSA) to support student success.

Rosie Seymour is located in Stswecem̓c (Canoe Creek), BC, a semi-remote community approximately one hour drive west of Clinton by gravel road.

Teachers at RSESS, under the direction of the Principal, plan and deliver BC curriculum lessons and related programming.

Qualifications and Certification

Minimum Bachelor of Education degree
Valid BC teaching certification or eligibility for certification through the BC Teacher Regulation Branch
TQS category or equivalent

Conditions of Employment

Able to obtain and maintain a Criminal Record Check and Vulnerable Sector Check
Valid BC driver's licence (Class IV is an asset)
Access to a reliable vehicle in good operating condition, with appropriate insurance to meet program requirements
Able to obtain and maintain a valid WCB-approved Level 1 First Aid Certificate

Compensation and Benefits

SXFN offers a competitive salary, aligned with School District #74 and based on qualifications and experience, along with:

Health and dental benefits, plus a pension plan
In-community rental accommodation, including hydro and internet
Rural school allowance and First Aid dividend
Ongoing professional development through FNSA.

SXFN territory offers access to fishing, hunting, hiking, biking, wildlife viewing, and the Fraser River, located just 10 kilometres from the community.

To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter to HR@sxfn.ca. or contact: Ryan Chickite, Principal, at principal@sxfn.ca or 250-203-9167.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.