Language Teacher Substitute

Full job description
Closing Date: April 23,2026
Location: Wagalus School
Wage: TBD
Start Date: ASAP

End Date: June 27, 2026

Hours per Week: 25 hours per week



QUALIFICATIONS

Certificate in Aboriginal Language Revitalization (Preference will be given to a Teachers Bachelor’s degree)
Minimum 2 years of directly related experience
An equivalent combination of education and experience
Experience teaching individual and small group session
Demonstrated interest in language revitalization
Strong organizational and coordination skills
Highly motivated and extremely organized
Excellent interpersonal and effective communication skills
Semi Fluent in the Language
Good understanding and sound practice using Teams or Zoom
Preferred experience in any of the following creating language and culture theme language and culture lessons and creating age appropriate Kwak’wala early learning lessons.
Job Responsibilities

Teach Kwak’wala language and culture classes for Preschool to Grade 7
Plan and prepare learning materials for weekly language classes
Use a variety of approaches and materials, as appropriate, to address diverse learning needs
Provide course outlines, all required subject matter or skill activity
Direct participant learning in a positive, supportive, and caring environment
Clearly communicate in writing learning outcomes for programs and courses, and the way in which learners will be evaluated against those outcomes
Report on students’ performance and progress
Maintain records of participants achievement and other records
Other duties as assigned
Creates a positive teaching climate and culture
Develops goals & objectives
Focuses effectively on key results and priorities
Demonstrates a focus on continuous improvement

Submit application to:

Attn: Sheila McGrath, Principal

Kwakiutl Band

P.O. Box 1440

Port Hardy, B.C.

VON 2P0

Fax: (250) +4+-6066

Email: Principal@wagalus.ca


Please mail, email, or deliver application to Receptionist, at the Band Office or email to Principal.

Application deadline: April 23, 2026, by 4:00 p.m.