Job Title: ‘Na Aksa Gyilak’yoo School High School Educational Assistant
Term: Full Time Yearly Contract
Start Date: Immediately
Posted: September 30, 2017
Application Deadline: October 6, 2017
‘Na Aksa Gyilak’yoo School is seeking to fill a challenging but rewarding educational assistant position in our High School.
NAGK is a member of the First Nations Schools Association. It is conveniently located 5km
west of Terrace, BC on Hwy. 16. Our school is situated at the confluence of the Skeena and
Kalum Rivers, near Sleeping Beauty Mountain. The local Ts’msyen territory plays a vital role in
our dynamic educational experience to best serve the needs of the students and families of this
Ts’msyen territory. NAGK education focuses on collaboration and co-planning to effectively
differentiate within its project-based, experiential program. The Ts’msyen language (Sm’algyax)
is a foundation throughout our school program, which is strongly supported by the community of
Kitsumkalum, BC and its leadership.
Key Requirements:
– Current Criminal Record Check
– Valid BC Class 5 Driver’s License, Class 4 preferred
– Experience working collaboratively
– Ability to support High School students in Math, English, Science, Media Arts and Planning
– Flexibility with schedule
– Desire to work interdependently in a dynamic environment
– Social/Emotional intelligence
– Interest to work in a culturally responsive environment
– Ability to work with Special Education Team on, and with, Individual Education Plans
– Exceptional communication, both written and spoken English
– Willingness to participate in community and cultural activities
Interested individuals who are looking to grow personally and professionally within a holistic learning environment using research-based best practices and collegial support should apply,
without hesitation. Please submit your cover letter, resume, work evaluations (if available), along with any credentials, via email. If you require another method of submission please call
the number below. Your submission will be confirmed within 24 hours. Only short-listed applicants will be called for an interview by the end of the business day of October 10, 2017. All documents submitted will not necessarily be kept on file.
Attention: Colleen Austin, Principal, kalumteacher@gmail.com
Phone: 250-615-2844