Job Description

SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 87

P.O. BOX 190 DEASE LAKE, B.C. V0C 1L0 Tel. (250) 771-4440


Fax (250) 771-4441

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY Competition #25-21

High School Generalist Teacher

Full Time, Continuing, Start Date

August 25, 2025

School District 87 serves students and families within the unceded traditional territories of the Taku River Tlingit, Tahltan, and Kaska First Nations and we honour these relationships. We respect and value the relationships with all other First Nations, Metis, and Inuit peoples who reside in these territories. This land has always been a place of learning and we are thankful to live, work, and learn here. It is with respectful consideration that the programs and services provided to students and staff acknowledge their histories, cultural contributions, and contemporary concerns.


If you are a Certified Teacher and would like to live in a small remote northern community, work with and serve Indigenous youth, then Atlin is the place for you. Atlin School has small class sizes which provide an excellent opportunity for differentiated instruction and learning. This is a positive professional growth opportunity as SD87 continuously explores innovative practices within an inquiry-based teaching and learning environment that honours Tlingit ways of knowing, being and doing.


We welcome teachers who are student-centered and have:


B. Ed. certification. successful experience with Indigenized Curriculum as well as First Nations Language and Culture. demonstrated understanding and respect for Indigenous learning and learners as well as knowledge of the Tlingit Nation (preferred). experience engaging students outside the classroom; on-the-land learning. the ability to connect with students in trusting and supportive ways, clarify problems and challenges, and restore harmony and respect. experience with Trauma Informed Practice. excellent teaching, planning and assessment skills. ability and commitment to work and engage collaboratively with students, staff, parents, guardians, and community. demonstrated success utilizing varied instructional strategies and differentiated instruction. commitment to on-going professional growth. willingness to support extra-curricular activities.
School District 87 offers the highest salaries in the province; a relocation allowance upon arrival, annual personal travel allowances for employee and dependents living with them, a substantial professional development package and an excellent benefit package (100% medical, extended health, dental and group health insurance). In summary:
Competitive Salary (

$71,770-$119,836

) Moving Relocation Allowance:

$2,229.09

Recruitment and Retention Allowance:

$3,035.00

Isolation Allowance:

$1887.00

Travel Allowance:

$2273.68

We also provide modern furnished and unfurnished accommodation (no sharing required) at a reasonable rate ($450-$650 per month).
Atlin is home to the Tlingit Nation, and you will have the privilege to learn about Tlingit culture and traditions. The region is characterized by rugged natural beauty. There are many places to explore and experience adventures. Most residents go fishing, hiking, snowshoeing, canoeing, kayaking, snowmobiling, hunting, quadding, boating, skiing, mountain biking and much more. Atlin is the perfect place for the outdoor enthusiast.
For further information, please contact Marty Leach, Superintendent of Schools, ator at 250-771- 4440.


Applications with supporting documentation including: a current resume; name and contact information (including telephone and email address) of at least three references who may be contacted and who are familiar with your professional performance; Criminal Reference Check/Vulnerable Reference Check; proof of B.C. certification; and T.Q.S. should be submitted to:

Application Deadline: July 1

st

, 2025 at 4:00 pm

We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Posted: June 24, 2025