Phone: (250) 234-3561 Łuwechōn Kots’ede’i Kime (K-12 school) Are you a passionate, dedicated teacher looking to be a part of a unique team at a community-based school? Łuwechōn Kots’ede’i Kime serves the Tāłtān Nation in Northern BC. In a stunningly beautiful outdoor setting with lakes, mountains, and streams. We are a trauma-informed school empowering strong, proud, and resilient children to rise above the effects of colonization, residential schools, cultural genocide, and racism.

We are committed to reflecting and supporting the revitalization of Tāłtān culture and language and have a culturally focused educational calendar full of amazing opportunities for on-the-land and water learning. With 4-10 students per classroom, currently from kindergarten to Grade 11, class sizes allow for high-quality instruction. Is a self-starter who is keen to learn about and participate in the local community life.

Willing to work collaboratively with students, staff, parents and the community. Ability to work collaboratively with fellow teachers, education assistants, and support staff Strong critical and creative thinking skills Deliver the BC Early Learning Framework and K–1 BC Curriculum with a focus on literacy and numeracy through teaching math, science, social studies, and language arts Integrate Core Competencies and Big Ideas using play-based, inquiry-driven, and outdoor learning approaches. Design flexible, multi-age lesson structures that honour each learner’s pace and strengths.

Land-Based and Culturally Responsive Teaching Weave Tāłtān knowledge systems, local place names, seasonal cycles, and community protocols into daily instruction.





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Indigenous perspectives in all subject areas in alignment with BC’s First Peoples Principles of Learning. Recognize and respond to the impacts of intergenerational trauma, adverse childhood experiences (ACEs), and systemic harm on children’s learning and wellbeing. Create a safe and dignity-affirming classroom environment in which children can regulate, connect, and learn.

Collaborate with families, support workers, and school staff when a child needs additional care or supports. Build strong, trusting relationships with each child, family, and community member. Communicate openly and collaboratively with families, honouring their central role in each child’s learning journey.

Assessment and Planning Use observation, documentation, and conversation to understand and communicate each child’s growth. Create individualized and flexible learning plans that reflect diverse ways of knowing and being. BC Teachers certification Experience working in an Indigenous school is preferred We have a salary based on Kitimat/Stikine SD#87 salary grid and experience in Canadian accredited schools. ~ Subsidized housing for units that come furnished at a very low cost ~ Moving allowance to relocate to Iskut, $1000 ~10-month teaching contract for current hires, with the possibility of extending. ~ World class outdoor activities ~ A deeply supportive Tāłtān community school environment rooted in shared purpose Ongoing professional development in Indigenous pedagogy and trauma-informed practice Meaningful relationships with families and a tight-knit school community in a stunning natural setting #

📌 Kindergarten/Grade 1 Classroom Teacher (Iskut)
🏢 Kaska Dene Tahltan Tagish Inland Tlingit Tsek’ene
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