Tlingit Cultural and Language Assistant – Atlin School

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
Competition #25-11
Tlingit Cultural and Language Assistant – Atlin School
Atlin School is now accepting applications for the position of Tlingit Language and Cultural Assistant. This is a full-time continuing, 10-month, position and is for 35 hours per week. The rate of pay is $36.16 per hour. Terms and conditions of employment are governed by C.U.P.E. Local 2052-02 collective agreement. The Tlingit Language and Cultural Assistant will:
•Provide academic guidance, assistance and direction to Indigenous students as needed.
•Liaise between home, school and parent/guardian through visitations and consultations.
•Monitor student academic and social development as well as attendance.
•Provide tutoring and classroom support as needed.
•Assist teaching staff with assessing progress, planning interventions, enrichment, etc.
•Promote awareness, comprehension and fluency of an Indigenous language and culture.
•Integrate Indigenous cultural activities and Indigenous language instruction.
•Assist teachers in developing, preparing, presenting and integrating Indigenous language/cultural activities into theregular curriculum.
•Develop, prepare and present appropriate materials in Indigenous language classes.
•Organize and participate in cultural activities on the land.
•To increase the sense of belonging, identity, and self-esteem in a caring and inclusive environment for all Indigenouslearners.
•To improve the physical well-being of Indigenous learners
•Maintain the confidentiality of sensitive information seen or heard.
•Maintain familiarity with Workers Compensation Board (WCB) safety procedures.
•Provide a positive role model for all students.
•Maintain flexible hours, if needed, to run before school or after school programs.
QUALIFICATIONS:
1.Secondary school graduation preferred, supplemented by training in language education.
2.Valid class 5 BC driver’s license.
3.Fluency in Tlingit Indigenous language.
4.Knowledgeable about Tlingit heritage and culture.
5.Ability to work effectively in diverse classroom settings.
6.Previous related experience in working with students in a language or transitional ESL setting is preferred.
7.Work cooperatively with the school and the community to ensure a common direction as outlined in the 3Nations Education Partnership Agreement and the Local Education Agreement.
8.May be required to perform other duties as assigned.
Applicants must be prepared to undergo a criminal record check. For further information, please contact Ms. Edel Paracuelles, Principal, at: 250-651-7525. Applications containing details of education, experience and references may be submitted to:
[email protected]
Application Deadline: Open Until Filled
We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Posted: April 8, 2025.
SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 87
P.O. BOX 190
DEASE LAKE, B.C. V0C 1L0
Tel. (250) 771-4440
Fax (250) 771-4441