Hulq'umi'num' Instructor & Mentor

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Employment Opportunity

Position Title: Hulq'umi'num' Instructor & Mentor

Wage range: Commensurate on qualifications & experience

Location: Stz'uminus Education Society, Stz'uminus First Nation, Ladysmith, BC

Reporting to: Hulq'umi'num' Lead

Weekly schedule: Monday to Friday, Hours/Day: 8am to 4pm

Employment type: Permanent Full-Time (School year calendar)

Stz'uminus Education Society

We provide learning opportunities for all ages, from infancy through to elder years, through our dynamic and integrated programs: Nutsuumat Lelum, Stz'uminus Primary School, Stz'uminus Community School, Post-Secondary & Continuing Education, Land-based Learning, Year 13/adults, Career Planning and job readiness.

Position summary

The Hul'q'umi'num' Instructor & Mentor is responsible for teaching and promoting the Hul'q'umi'num' language in Indigenous school settings. This role will promote the development and delivery of culturally grounded language lessons that foster fluency, pride, and connection to culture among Indigenous students.

The position

Teach Hul'q'umi'num' to students at all levels.
Mentor language instructors, Education Assistants, and staff/colleagues in language learning
Develop engaging and culturally relevant lessons that align with curriculum and language revitalization goals.
Integrate storytelling, songs, land-based learning, and traditional practices into language instruction.
Assess student progress and provide feedback and support for continued learning.
Create and adapt lesson plans, resources, and activities suitable for various age groups and fluency levels.
Collaborate with other language teachers and curriculum developers to align with Indigenous education frameworks and provincial standards.
Incorporate guidance from Elders and fluent speakers to ensure cultural and linguistic integrity
Work in partnership with Elders and Knowledge Keepers to co-teach and support authentic learning experiences.
Promote the daily use of Hul'q'umi'num' in schools through signage, greetings, ceremonies, and events.
Support school-wide initiatives related to Indigenous language and culture.
Participate in school and community events that celebrate and support language and cultural revitalization.
Engage in ongoing professional learning related to language teaching, Indigenous pedagogy, and language revitalization strategies.
Complete student report cards after each term
Perform other related duties as assigned by the direct supervisor to support the goals of the Hul'q'umi'num' language program
What you bring
Teaching certification (BC Ministry of Education or equivalent) or an Indigenous Language Teaching Certificate.
Completion of coursework or a certificate in Indigenous Language Revitalization or Indigenous Education.
Experience developing culturally relevant curriculum or language immersion programs.
Proficiency in Hul'q'umi'num' (spoken and, if possible, written).
Experience teaching or working with children and youth, preferably in an Indigenous or Language-based setting.
Deep respect for and understanding of Indigenous ways of knowing, being, and teaching.
Ability to work collaboratively with community members and school staff.
Awareness of Trauma informed wellness for self and others
Ability to pass Criminal Records Check for working with Vulnerable Persons

To explore how we might work together,

we invite your application via careers@stzuminus.com

Deadline of application is until July 25, 2025 (only those shortlisted will be contacted for an interview)

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