Plan and teach Physical Health Education curriculum daily to Head Start through Grade 9.
Assess, evaluate, and report on student progress.
Follow BC Ministry of Education curriculum for PHE K to Grade 9.
Develop short and long term (overview) plans for the PHE program.
Support school-based Secwepemc cultural activities, events, and opportunities.
Work alongside the school team to integrate language and cultural content across the curriculum
Requirements summary
Valid BC Teacher's Certificate.
Bachelor of Education Degree.
TQS Certification, Category 5 or Higher.
Active membership with BC College of Teachers.
Positive, enthusiastic, energetic, and team-spirited approach.
Knowledge and understanding of Secwepemc communities, culture, values, and practices.
Fluent or developing fluency as a Secwepemc speaker.
Knowledge or developing knowledge of written Secwepemc.
Classroom teaching experience or related experience.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills and ability to work collaboratively with staff, parents, and community.
Experience working with or willingness to plan for students with unique learning needs.
Ability to establish a positive and proactive classroom management system.
Ability to set goals for self-development and embrace change.
Regular professional development and participation in FNSA Professional Learning Community meetings (if available).
Willingness to participate in supervision of students before and after school, during recess and lunch, and on field trips.
Criminal Record Check for working with Vulnerable Sector is required.
Has valid BC Driver's License (Class 5) or N
Bachelor of Education DegreeValid BC Teacher's CertificateTQS Certification, Category 5 or HigherActive membership with BC College of TeachersClassroom managementCommunication and interpersonal skillsStudent assessment, evaluation, and reportingCollaboration with staff, parents, and communityIntegrating language and cultural content across the curriculumSupervision of students (before/after school, recess, lunch, field trips)Professional development and continuous improvementPhysical and Health Education curriculum planning and instructionLesson planning (short and long term/overview plans)Supporting students with unique learning needsEstablishing a positive and relaxed learning environment with high expectations
Job description
<p><strong>POSITION TITLE
</strong><strong> </strong><strong>Physical and
Health
EducationTeacher
DEPARTMENT: </strong><strong> </strong><strong>Education </strong></p><p><strong>SUPERVISOR: </strong><strong> </strong><strong>Sxoxomic Principal </strong></p><p><strong>TERMS: </strong><strong> </strong><strong>Full Time, Permanent </strong></p><p><strong>LOCATION: </strong><strong> </strong><strong> </strong><strong>Sxoxomic Community School </strong></p><p><strong>START
DATE: </strong><strong> </strong><strong>August 31, 2026 </strong></p><p><strong>Reference #: </strong><strong> </strong><strong> </strong><strong>2026-0022</strong><strong> </strong></p><p><strong><u>Who we are:</u></strong><strong> </strong></p><p>Welcome to Sxoxomic Community School! We are located 50 km southwest of Williams Lake in Alkali Lake, BC. Sxoxomic Community School enrolls 63 students from kindergarten to Grade 9. We pride ourselves on creating a unique, student- centered learning environment that embraces Secwepemc values as the foundation for grades K4-10. We promote holistic development that nurtures growth academically, spiritually, emotionally and physically. Students and families are also welcomed into a dynamic and supportive learning community that extends outside of the classroom walls. </p><p><strong>Term of
Employment: </strong></p><ul><li>Salary to be determined by qualifications and experience </li><li>Additional hours (included in contract) may be required at the discretion of the Education Director/Principal </li><li>Inclusive of meetings, supervision and planning required for exemplary teaching and support of the school's instructional programs. Inclusive of all school Professional Days (Pro-D Days) and Staff Meetings. </li><li>Inclusive of special events, special supervision or planning and special meetings required to support cultural and instructional programs outside of the regular work hours </li><li>Contract amount to be paid bi-weekly; hourly wage based on experience and classification </li><li>Additional
Contract
Benefits based on the
Esk'etemc
Benefits
Package, include: </li><li>Comprehensive group healthcare benefits </li><li>Pension Plan contributions matched to a maximum of 5.5% </li><li>Professional Development funds; $2,500 annually </li><li>Performance Review Bonus that can be up to a maximum of up to $2000 annually </li><li>Sick Leave – 10 days per year; 3 personal days </li><li>Comparative/competitive salary with neighboring school district </li><li>Smaller class sizes than neighboring school district </li><li>Education Assistant support in the classroom </li><li>Signing bonus in first year, with potential retention bonuses </li><li>Affordable housing within community of Esk'et </li></ul> <strong><u>The
Benefits
Comprehensive group healthcare benefits
Pension Plan contributions matched to a maximum of 5.5%
Professional Development funds; $2,500 annually
Performance Review Bonus that can be up to a maximum of $2000 annually
Sick Leave – 10 days per year
3 personal days
Comparative/competitive salary with neighboring school district
Smaller class sizes than neighboring school district
Education Assistant support in the classroom
Signing bonus in first year, with potential retention bonuses
Affordable housing within community of Esk'et
Role (Responsibilities):</u></strong><strong> </strong><ul><li>Plan and teach Physical Health Education curriculum daily to Head Start through Grade 9 </li><li>Assess, evaluate and report on student progress </li><li>Follow BC Ministry of Education curriculum for PHE K to Grade 9 </li><li>Develop short and long term (overview) plans PHE program </li><li>Support school-based Secwepemc cultural activities, events and opportunities </li><li>Work alongside the school team to integrate language and cultural content across the curriculum </li></ul><strong><u>What we require:</u></strong> <ul><li>Positive, enthusiastic, energetic and team-spirited teacher </li><li>Knowledge and understanding of Secwepemc communities, culture values and practices </li><li>Fluent or developing fluency, speaker of Secwepemc </li><li>Knowledge or developing knowledge of written Secwepemc </li><li>Classroom teaching experience or related experience </li><li>Excellent communication and interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with staff, parents and community </li><li>The personal qualities necessary to encourage learning </li><li>Experience working with or willingness to work with and planning for students with unique learning needs </li><li>Successful experience enabling all students to learn successfully </li><li>The ability to establish a positive and relaxed learning environment with high expectations for all learners </li><li>Proven ability to establish a positive and proactive classroom management system </li><li>The ability to set goals for self-development and to embrace change </li><li>Regular professional development and training opportunities to improve teaching practices. Participate in First Nation School Association (FNSA) Professional Learning Community meetings, if available. </li><li>Participate in supervision of students, before and after school, during recess and lunch and on field trips <strong> </strong></li><li>Knowledge of First Nations Culture and working in a First Nations community is an asset<strong> </strong></li><li>Criminal Record Check for working with Vulnerable Sector is required<strong> </strong></li><li>Has valid BC Driver's License (Class 5) or N<strong> </strong></li></ul><strong><u>Necessary
Qualifications:</u></strong><strong> </strong><ul><li>Valid BC Teacher's Certificate<strong> </strong></li><li>Bachelor of Education Degree<strong> </strong></li><li>TQS Certification, Category 5 or Higher<strong> </strong></li><li>Active membership with BC College of Teachers<strong> </strong></li></ul>For information regarding further specifics of the position please contact Ryan Hanley, Principal at 250-302-3343 or<a></a> <p><strong>Applications will be accepted until July 3, 2026. </strong></p><p>Salary will be negotiated based on relevant experience and abilities. </p><p>Submit cover letter, resume, addressed to:<a></a>addressed to Carolyn Belleau, Human Resources Coordinator or in person to the Main Administration office. </p><p>Esk'etemc thanks all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. </p><p>Sxoxomic Community School </p><p>1017 Esk'et Drive </p><p>Alkali
Lake,
BC
V0L 1B0
Phone: 250-440-5738 </p>
Market context
Classroom teacher roles in British Columbia
Classroom teacher roles in British Columbia are often shaped by steady demand for educators who can support diverse learners and meet district curriculum needs. These positions can be competitive because employers may look for current teaching credentials, classroom experience, and evidence of instructional planning, while the salary range of CAD 70,437–112,872 reflects the role’s scope. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, and confirm any credential or certification details before applying.
