Student Services/Prep Coverage Teacher - TERM ʔaq̓am is a member Community of the Ktunaxa Nation (pronounced ‘k-too-nah-ha’). ʔaq̓am Organization exists for the Community. Externally, we are here to serve the Community, and internally, we are our own Community, comprised of different departments unified by our Vision, Mission, and Values. As a team, through our own roles and departments, the ʔaq̓am Organization works together to achieve our strategic plan – “ka kniⱡwityaⱡa ~ Our Thinking”, and continue to progress and move our Community forward.

If you love the outdoors, the mountains, fresh air, and the sun, this is the place for you. We are here to work towards achieving ʔaq̓am ’s Vision: “A vibrant, healthy community, speaking our language, governing effectively, and maximizing our lands and resources for the benefit of future generations and all living things, in a manner consistent with qanikitȼi (our values and principles).” Be a part of an excellent team, perform meaningful work that will realize long-term benefits, share in worthwhile accomplishments, celebrate successes, join in the camaraderie, build strong relationships and enjoy lifelong learning! net We are currently recruiting a Student Services/Prep Coverage Teacher to join our team in Cranbrook, BC .The Student Services Teacher position at ʔaq̓am is responsible for providing collaborative consultation, instruction, assessment, assisting with pre-referral interventions and working closely with teachers to plan for, organize and access support services for students with special needs. At the beginning of each school year, collaborate and prepare with teachers the student IEPs,



behaviour reports and student service referrals as necessary for review by the Principal.

Develop Individual Education

Plans and Smart Goals in collaboration with classroom teachers. Use appropriate and effective classroom management skills and techniques to keep students organized, focused, and attentive.

Ensure

Community values, culture, language, and concepts are embedded throughout the School and its classrooms. Assist support workers with the development and implementation of behavior and academic support plans. Fulfill required duties as per BC teaching standards.

Conference with support staff to assess students. Create report cards and provide interim reports. Keep Dibels (data reporting system) up to date. Participate in school-based team meetings, Professional Learning Communities meetings and professional development opportunities on a regular basis.

Participate in extra-curricular activities related to students and the School (e.g. Open Houses, Running Club, etc.). Teaching students to develop learning strategies for use in classroom settings or for independent learning.

Collaboration with classroom teachers, students and parents to design or implement instructional strategies or to adapt instructional content or materials which may facilitate learning for a student or group of students. Assist in the development and implementation of programs, processes, etc.



aimed at achieving goals related to education set out in the strategic plan. Contribute educational expertise or resources to the creation and implementation of a ktunaxa revitalization strategy.

In order to qualify for the Student Services/Prep Coverage Teacher role, you must have: Minimum Bachelor of Education Degree or equivalent.

Teaching

Certificate.

Experience working in a First Nation environment is an asset.

Experience working with individuals with Special Needs is an asset. Previous teaching experience is a definite asset.

Salary will commensurate with experience from a range ($61,000-72,000) and includes a favorable perks package and pension plan. Preference will be given to candidates of Ktunaxa or other Indigenous ancestry and ʔaq̓am encourages applicants to self-identify within your application. If you love the outdoors, the mountains, fresh air and the sun, this is the place for you.

We are here to work towards achieving ʔaq̓am’s Vision: “A vibrant, healthy community, speaking our language, governing effectively, and maximizing our lands and resources for the benefit of future generations and all living things, in a manner consistent with qanikitȼi (our values and principles).” Be a part of an excellent team, perform meaningful work that will realize long term benefits, share in worthwhile accomplishments, celebrate successes, join in the camaraderie, build strong relationships and enjoy lifelong learning! ʔaq̓am is collecting personal information from you as part of the recruitment and selection process. Aqam recognizes the importance of privacy and is committed to ensuring the privacy of your personal information collected and/or received by us. ~

📌 Student Services/Prep Coverage Teacher - TERM (Alberta)
🏢 aqam
📍 Alberta