K U K LIW T L NQMAPLQS | WE LIVE AT HEAD OF THE LAKE

Located within the unceded territory of the syilx people, the Okanagan Indian Band is comprised of six reserves located in the North Okanagan.

Come join the OKIB Team and enjoy all that the beautiful Okanagan Valley has to offer, including a great climate, stunning scenery, world-class ski resorts, golf courses, wineries and beaches.

WHAT WE OFFER

The OKIB offers a welcoming team environment and a rewarding job experience. You can expect a supportive work environment and a total compensation package which includes: 3 Weeks Vacation Pay

Extended Health and Dental Benefits

Employer Matched Pension Plan

15 Statutory Holidays

Paid Winter Holiday Break

Cultural Leave

Discounted Silver Star lift passes

Retention Bonuses after years of service

15 Paid Sick Days

Paid Personal Leave

Employee Assistance Program

Professional Development Opportunities JOB SUMMARY

The nsyilxwc?n language assistant will support the nsyilxwc?n language and culture Teacher and Instructor with teaching students the nsyilxwc?n language and introducing cultural activities that strengthen childrens sense of identity, culture, and history. Additionally, the position aims to foster a learning environment among students and teaching staff based on sqilxw values, culture, and traditions. The position works closely with the nsyilxwc?n language teacher, the nsyilxwc?n language instructor and other supportive teaching staff, practicing a team-teaching approach.

SUPPORTS NEEDED Supports with delivering language instruction to the school, whole class, and small groups

Supports cultural delivery

Provides support to develop resources, lessons, and units for L&C

Contributes ideas for L&C field trips and supports with coordination and delivery

Supports L&C integration into all aspects of learning in the school

Ensures there are samples of the Okanagan Language throughout the school e.g. labeled pictures, furniture, etc.

Supports implementation of the 5 Guiding Principles (respect, listen, do your best, be kind, and always be grateful)

Practices respectful student/adult interactions

Supports Teachers and Instructors with classroom management

Assists with supervision as scheduled and requested

Helps administer, track, and maintain student assessments

Follows the direction of the nsyilxwc?n Teacher/Instructor for daily set up

Ensures the L&C workspaces are tidy at the end of each class and at the end of the workday

ADMINISTRATIVE DUTIES Monitor, record and report student success according to Individual Education Plans

Meets regularly with the L&C team and the designate staff person to support Language Planning, including weekly, monthly, and yearly planning, as well as unit and lesson plans

Participates in yearly planning of school events, identifying opportunities for cultural activities, events, and field trips.

Attends relevant professional development opportunities to increase knowledge with First Nations education, language instruction, and best practices for student learning and addressing challenging student behaviours.

Supports school staff to increase their language learning.

Attends all staff and team-based meetings.

Communicates regularly with Language Teacher/Instructor to discuss and share pertinent information regarding the Language and Culture program.

Collaborates with other OKIB Language and Culture programs as requested.WHO ARE WE LOOKING FOR

You have education, experience, or carry a willingness to learn. You are community-minded, detail-oriented, and an excellent communicator.

Education Grade 12 diploma

Certified Education Assistant considered an asset.

Current First Aid/CPR certificate or willing to obtain.

Completion of nsyilxwc?n language courses, including but not limited to nsyilxwc?n 1, captikwl 1, nsyilxwc?n Language Fluency courses, or an Immersion School Grade 7 graduate.Experience

Emerging-Intermediate fluency in the Okanagan language is desired, however active language learners who continue to increase their language fluency will be considered.

Knowledge of traditional Okanagan cultural practices and protocols

Familiar with a variety of language immersion delivery strategies and methods such as TPR, TPR-Story Telling, Where Are Your Keys

Experience working with elementary aged school students and parents.

Knowledge and experience with OKIB or Okanagan Nation programs and service

Computer and technology skills an asset.

Preference will be given to qualified Aboriginal Applicants as per section 41 of the Human Rights Code .