HAAHUUPAYAK SCHOOLhaahuupayak School is an independent school located on Tseshaht First Nation Reserve in the beautiful Alberni Valley. Tseshaht First Nation is one of 14 tribes in the Nuuchahnulth Territories. The school community is nestled adjacent to the city of Port Alberni, which has a population of approximately 18,000.The school has an average student enrolment of 150 and delivers the current BC Curriculum to its Kindergarten to Grade 7 students. Students and teachers are supported by an intensive Special Education Program and a vibrant cultural program.At haahuupayak, it is our goal to provide an education that meets educational needs of today, in a manner consistent with Nuuchahnulth cultural teachings. Haahuupa means "continuous teaching with care."At haahuupayak, children are guided to meet their potential, while gaining knowledge and appreciation of their culture.POSITION DESCRIPTIONThis position description describes the principal duties and responsibilities of this position and does not imply that they are the only duties and responsibilities to be performed.POSITION TITLE:Teacher-On-CallREPORTING TO:Principal of haahuupayak SchoolPOSITION SUMMARYThe teacher is responsible for providing quality education to elementary school aged children attending haahuupayak School.SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES (as necessary)Performs all duties and responsibilities in accordance with the School policies, standards, governing regulations and procedures, as directed by the haahuupayak SocietyMaintains confidentiality on all matters relating to the affairs of haahuupayak SchoolFollows integrated Resource Package (IRP)



and BC Performance Standards to meet BC academic standardsPrepares lesson and unit plans that meet the learning outcomes outlined in the IRPManages classroom to be a protected learning environmentMaintains records of students' academic performances utilizing a variety of informal and formal assessment toolsPrepares student Communicating Student Learning reports and facilitates parent/teacher interviewsProvides individual and group instruction designed to meet individual student needs and to motivate student learning.Cooperates in school-wide supervision of students during out-of-classroom activitiesCooperates in team building and team work with the principal and other staffMaintains professional development by taking courses and participating in workshopsOther responsibilities as assigned by the PrincipalQUALIFICATIONSEDUCATION/TRAINING/CERTIFICATIONBachelor of Education Degree and a member of the BC Teachers Regulation Branch: BC Ministry of EducationValid First Aid Certification with CPR Level B or C endorsementEXPERIENCEClassroom teaching, student teaching, internship, or full-time teaching experience within a public or private school system.OTHER QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLSGood communication skills (oral and written)Integrity (Honesty, Trustworthy, Professional etc.)Ability to be open-minded and tolerantAbility to develop and deliver curriculumKnowledge of current trends in computer technologySolid classroom managementCriminal Records Check appropriate to the Employer and the positionCurrent Driver's License (not a requirement)Life style consistence with the duties and responsibilities of the positionOrganized with excellent planning and development skillsExperience working within a First Nation environment

📌 Teacher On Call (Port Alberni)
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📍 Port Alberni