Teacher Teaching on Call (TTOC)
Job Description
Application link:
Posting closes Wednesday, June 24, 2026
Location: Tsleil-Waututh Nation
Address: 3075 Takaya Drive, North Vancouver, BC
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ABOUT TSLEIL-WAUTUTH NATION SCHOOL:
The Tsleil-Waututh Nation (TWN) School provides a culturally immersive, Indigenous land-based education program for students from Kindergarten to Grade 12. Our mission is to nurture the well-being of students, families, and the community through an educational framework anchored in TWN laws of truth, family, culture, and well-being.
Our Learning Environment:
Land-Based Learning: Our classes spend significant time outdoors in traditional territories, engaging in Outdoor Experiential Education (OEE).
Integrated Curriculum: We weave Indigenous pedagogy into the BC Curriculum, teaching STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math), Humanities, and Physical Education in forests and along beaches.
Holistic Growth: We focus on the four universal growth needs of children, ensuring a positive environment where learning flourishes.
JOB SUMMARY:
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Instructional Delivery & Adaptability
Deliver lessons and approved curriculum as directed by the regular teacher or administration.
Implement innovative teaching strategies, including discussions, audio-visual presentations, field trips, and guest speakers.
Ensure students remain actively engaged and empowered to take responsibility for their learning.
Student Support & Inclusion
Support students with diverse learning needs and implement Individual Education Plans.
Work with small groups or individual students within the classroom to reinforce learning.
Lead and motivate students in activities that promote physical, mental, and social development.
Classroom Leadership & Safety
Lead the classroom education team, including education support staff.
Maintain a safe, organized, and welcoming learning environment.
Provide a welcoming and safe learning environment and building positive rapport with students, families, and staff is essential.
Provide regular reports to the Principal or Vice-Principal and participate as a member of the Community Development team.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Education: At least a Bachelor of Education Degree
Certification: Valid BC Teaching Certificate (or eligibility through the BC Teacher Regulation Branch).
Classification: Valid Teacher Qualification Service (TQS) Category Card.
Security: Must successfully pass a Criminal Record Check – Vulnerable Sector.
a) Physical Demands
Physical activity for outdoor education, physical education, as well as in-class. Need to be able to walk for sustained periods, and able to navigate uneven terrain.
Manual dexterity required to operate a computer and A/V system.
b) Mental Focus
May deal with youth who can, at times, be demanding and challenging. Must be able to remain patient and use a trauma informed approach, engage in conflict resolution or crisis management at times.
May have to manage a number of projects at one time, and may be interrupted frequently.
c) Environmental Conditions
Interacts with students, staff, families, community members, employees, management and the general public.
Noise levels may escalate during activities, events and outings.
Need to be comfortable being outdoors and leading outdoor activities.
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Teacher Teaching on Call (TTOC)
Application link:
Posting closes Wednesday, June 24, 2026
Location: Tsleil-Waututh Nation
Address: 3075 Takaya Drive, North Vancouver, BC
COMPENSATION: Based on Teacher Qualification Service category and experience
