Gitksan/Wet’suwet’en·Hazelton, British Columbia
Develop and maintain an organized, welcoming, and inclusive Learning Commons. Build and manage a diverse collection of print and digital resources. Collaborate with teachers to support research and inquiry projects. Teach information literacy and digital citizenship. Promote reading engagement and literacy initiatives
<p><strong>Gitksen</strong><strong> </strong><strong>West</strong><strong> </strong><strong>Secondary</strong><strong> </strong><strong>School</strong><strong> </strong><strong>Society</strong><strong> </strong><strong>Located</strong><strong> </strong><strong>in</strong><strong> </strong><strong>Gitwangak</strong><strong> </strong><strong>First</strong><strong> </strong><strong>Nation,</strong><strong> </strong><strong>BC</strong><strong> </strong></p><p><strong> </strong><strong>Teacher</strong><strong> </strong><strong>Librarian</strong><strong> </strong><strong>Job</strong><strong> </strong><strong>Posting</strong><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>About</strong><strong> </strong><strong>Us</strong> </p><p>Gitksen West Secondary School is a brand-new, state-of-the-art high school serving the Gitwangak, Gitsegukla and Gitanyow First Nations.
We provide a safe, inclusive, and culturally rich learning environment that blends academic excellence with Sim'algya<u>x</u> and Gitksen language, culture, and traditions.
Our modern facilities include specialized classrooms for science, arts, and trades, a full commercial kitchen for nutrition programs and culinary studies, a gymnasium, and a track and sports field.
Students have opportunities for dual credit, work experience, leadership and sports academies, while staff benefit from a collaborative and innovative professional environment.
Join us and make a direct impact on the education, well-being, and cultural development of our students.
We are seeking a passionate and culturally responsive <strong>Teacher</strong><strong> </strong><strong>Librarian</strong> to help build and lead our Learning Commons. </p><p><strong>Position</strong><strong> </strong><strong>Summary</strong><strong> </strong></p><p>This role blends teaching, literacy leadership, and library administration in a vibrant, culturally grounded school setting.
The Teacher Librarian is responsible for developing and managing a dynamic Learning Commons that supports literacy, research, inquiry-based learning, and student achievement. </p><p>The successful candidate will collaborate with staff to integrate information literacy, digital citizenship, and culturally responsive resources into classroom instruction.
A key priority is ensuring the Learning Commons reflects and supports Sim'algyax language, Gitksen culture, and land-based education. </p><p><strong>Key</strong><strong> </strong><strong>Responsibilities</strong><strong> </strong></p><ul><li>Develop and maintain an organized, welcoming, and inclusive Learning Commons. </li><li>Build and manage a diverse collection of print and digital resources aligned with the B.C.
Curriculum. </li><li>Prioritize Indigenous-authored and culturally relevant materials. </li><li>Collaborate with teachers to support research, project-based learning, and inquiry projects. </li><li>Teach information literacy, digital citizenship, and research skills. </li><li>Promote reading engagement and school-wide literacy initiatives. </li><li>Support the integration of educational technology and digital resources. </li><li>Participate in staff meetings, professional development, and school committees. </li></ul><strong>Qualifications</strong><strong> </strong><ul><li>Bachelor of Education with valid B.C.
Teacher Certification. </li><li>Teacher Librarian qualifications or coursework in Library Studies. </li><li>Minimum two (2) years teaching experience (experience in a First Nations school preferred). </li><li>Demonstrated ability to incorporate Indigenous language and culture into programming. </li><li>Strong knowledge of the B.C.
Curriculum, inquiry-based learning, and 21st-century teaching practices. </li><li>Excellent communication, organizational, and collaboration skills. </li><li>Clear Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Screening. </li></ul><strong>Salary</strong><strong> </strong><strong>&</strong><strong> </strong><strong>Benefits:</strong> GWSSS provides its employees with a competitive salary (based on SD82 wage grid) dependent on category and years of experience (ie.
Cat.
5+ with 5 years of experience: $79,364), moving loan subsidy, and full group health benefits, including pension, life insurance, and dental coverage. <p><strong>Why</strong><strong> </strong><strong>Join</strong><strong> </strong><strong>Us?</strong><strong> </strong></p><p>If you are a bold educational leader ready to make a lasting impact, we invite you to apply and help build a school that will inspire generations to come.
For more information and to submit an application that includes Cover Letter, CV, Philosophy of Education, copy of credentials and references:</p><p><strong>Edith</strong><strong> </strong><strong>Loring-Kuhanga,</strong><strong> </strong><strong>B.</strong><strong> </strong><strong>Ed.,</strong><strong> </strong><strong>M.</strong><strong> </strong><strong>Ed.</strong><strong> </strong><strong>Leadership</strong><strong> </strong><strong>&</strong><strong> </strong><strong>Governance</strong><strong> </strong><strong>Consultant;</strong> Email: <a></a></p>
Bachelor of Education with valid B.C. Teacher Certification. Teacher Librarian qualifications or coursework in Library Studies. Minimum two years teaching experience. Demonstrated ability to incorporate Indigenous language and culture. Strong knowledge of the B.C. Curriculum
Market context
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