Teacher Librarian

Gitksen West Secondary School Society Located in Gitwangak First Nation, BC

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About Us

Gitksen West Secondary School is a brand-new, state-of-the-art high school serving the Gitwangak, Gitsegukla and Gitanyow First Nations. We provide a safe, inclusive, and culturally rich learning environment that blends academic excellence with Sim'algyax and Gitksen language, culture, and traditions. Our modern facilities include specialized classrooms for science, arts, and trades, a full commercial kitchen for nutrition programs and culinary studies, a gymnasium, and a track and sports field. Students have opportunities for dual credit, work experience, leadership and sports academies, while staff benefit from a collaborative and innovative professional environment. Join us and make a direct impact on the education, well-being, and cultural development of our students. We are seeking a passionate and culturally responsive Teacher Librarian to help build and lead our Learning Commons.

Position Summary

This role blends teaching, literacy leadership, and library administration in a vibrant, culturally grounded school setting. The Teacher Librarian is responsible for developing and managing a dynamic Learning Commons that supports literacy, research, inquiry-based learning, and student achievement.

The successful candidate will collaborate with staff to integrate information literacy, digital citizenship, and culturally responsive resources into classroom instruction. A key priority is ensuring the Learning Commons reflects and supports Sim'algyax language, Gitksen culture, and land-based education. 

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain an organized, welcoming, and inclusive Learning Commons.
• Build and manage a diverse collection of print and digital resources aligned with the B.C. Curriculum.
• Prioritize Indigenous-authored and culturally relevant materials.
• Collaborate with teachers to support research, project-based learning, and inquiry projects.
• Teach information literacy, digital citizenship, and research skills.
• Promote reading engagement and school-wide literacy initiatives.
• Support the integration of educational technology and digital resources.
• Participate in staff meetings, professional development, and school committees.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Education with valid B.C. Teacher Certification.
• Teacher Librarian qualifications or coursework in Library Studies.
• Minimum two (2) years teaching experience (experience in a First Nations school preferred).
• Demonstrated ability to incorporate Indigenous language and culture into programming.
• Strong knowledge of the B.C. Curriculum, inquiry-based learning, and 21st-century teaching practices.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and collaboration skills.
• Clear Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Screening.

Salary & Benefits: GWSSS provides its employees with a competitive salary (based on SD82 wage grid) dependent on category and years of experience (ie. Cat. 5+ with 5 years of experience: $79,364), moving loan subsidy, and full group health benefits, including pension, life insurance, and dental coverage.

Why Join Us?

If you are a bold educational leader ready to make a lasting impact, we invite you to apply and help build a school that will inspire generations to come. For more information and to submit an application that includes Cover Letter, CV, Philosophy of Education, copy of credentials and references:

Edith Loring-Kuhanga, B. Ed., M. Ed. Leadership & Governance Consultant; Email: consultant@gwsss.ca