POSITION TITLE: Physical and Health EducationTeacher DEPARTMENT: Education
SUPERVISOR: Sxoxomic Principal
TERMS: Full Time, Permanent
LOCATION: Sxoxomic Community School
START DATE: August 31, 2026
Reference #: 2026-0022
Who we are:
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.
Term of Employment:
- Salary to be determined by qualifications and experience
- Additional hours (included in contract) may be required at the discretion of the Education Director/Principal
- 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.
- Inclusive of special events, special supervision or planning and special meetings required to support cultural and instructional programs outside of the regular work hours
- Contract amount to be paid bi-weekly; hourly wage based on experience and classification
- Additional Contract Benefits based on the Esk'etemc Benefits Package, include:
- 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 up to $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
The Role (Responsibilities):
- 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 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
What we require:
- Positive, enthusiastic, energetic and team-spirited teacher
- Knowledge and understanding of Secwepemc communities, culture values and practices
- Fluent or developing fluency, speaker of Secwepemc
- Knowledge or developing knowledge of written Secwepemc
- Classroom teaching experience or related experience
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with staff, parents and community
- The personal qualities necessary to encourage learning
- Experience working with or willingness to work with and planning for students with unique learning needs
- Successful experience enabling all students to learn successfully
- The ability to establish a positive and relaxed learning environment with high expectations for all learners
- Proven ability to establish a positive and proactive classroom management system
- The ability to set goals for self-development and to embrace change
- Regular professional development and training opportunities to improve teaching practices. Participate in First Nation School Association (FNSA) Professional Learning Community meetings, if available.
- Participate in supervision of students, before and after school, during recess and lunch and on field trips
- Knowledge of First Nations Culture and working in a First Nations community is an asset
- Criminal Record Check for working with Vulnerable Sector is required
- Has valid BC Driver's License (Class 5) or N
Necessary Qualifications:
- Valid BC Teacher's Certificate
- Bachelor of Education Degree
- TQS Certification, Category 5 or Higher
- Active membership with BC College of Teachers
For information regarding further specifics of the position please contact Ryan Hanley, Principal at 250-302-3343 or
Applications will be accepted until July 31, 2026.
Salary will be negotiated based on relevant experience and abilities.
Submit cover letter, resume, addressed to:addressed to Carolyn Belleau, Human Resources Coordinator or in person to the Main Administration office.
Esk'etemc thanks all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Sxoxomic Community School
1017 Esk'et Drive
Alkali Lake, BC V0L 1B0 Phone: 250-440-5738
