Hul’q’umi’num’ Immersion Teacher

About the School

Quw'utsun Hu-yi'xwule' Secondary School is a Grade 8–12 school operated by Cowichan Tribes and located within the Quw'utsun Syuw'entst Lelum (Education Department). The school provides culturally grounded educational programming that supports student success through Indigenous knowledge, language, culture, academic achievement and community connection.

Cowichan Tribes is excited to launch its first Hul'q'umi'num' Secondary Immersion Program. This position represents a unique opportunity to help shape and lead the future of Indigenous language revitalization at the secondary school level while creating meaningful educational pathways for future generations of Cowichan learners.

Reporting to the Principal of Quw'utsun Hu-yi'xwule' Secondary School, the Hul'q'umi'num' Immersion Teacher is responsible for delivering language, culture and academic instruction while supporting the development of a comprehensive Hul'q'umi'num' Immersion Program.

The position is allocated approximately 70% classroom teaching and student learning responsibilities and 30% immersion program planning, curriculum development and resource creation. A key focus of this role is supporting the implementation of the first Hul'q'umi'num' secondary immersion program and preparing students, curriculum resources and instructional practices for the start of the 2027/2028 school year.

The successful candidate will work collaboratively with school staff, language speakers, Elders, curriculum developers, educational partners and community members to strengthen language revitalization efforts and advance culturally grounded educational opportunities. This is a full‑time term position for the school calendar year with minimal local travel as required.

Cowichan Tribes offers paid sick leave, paid personal leave and professional development opportunities. Salary will be based on the applicable Teacher Salary Grid which includes the successful candidate's qualifications and experience.

• Category 4: $60,954.00 to $93,160.39 Annually
• Category 5: $72,741.68 to $ Annually
• Category 5+: $70,359.49 to $ Annually
• Category 6: $71,890.90 to $ Annually

• Provide leadership in the integration of Cowichan culture, values, teachings and Hul'q'umi'num' language throughout classroom instruction
• Prepare, instruct and deliver Hul'q'umi'num' language lessons aligned with Cowichan Tribes educational priorities and BC curriculum requirements
• Deliver culturally relevant learning experiences incorporating Cowichan history, traditions, land‑based learning, visual arts, music, storytelling and cultural practices
• Promote the use of Hul'q'umi'num' as the primary language of instruction wherever appropriate
• Other related duties as required

• Deliver engaging academic programming using inquiry‑based and student‑centered teaching practices
• Differentiate instruction to meet diverse learning needs and abilities
• Develop yearly, unit and daily lesson plans
• Assign and assess student work, projects and learning activities
• Complete formative and summative assessments
• Maintain student records and prepare report cards
• Monitor and support student progress, attendance, development and overall well‑being
• Provide social‑emotional learning support and facilitate referrals to internal or external supports when appropriate
• Implement effective classroom management practices emphasizing respect, accountability, consistency and positive reinforcement
• Other related duties as required

• Work collaboratively with teachers, educational assistants, Elders, language speakers and support staff
• Participate in professional development days and student support meetings
• Collaborate on the development and implementation of Individual Education Plans
• Participate in parent‑teacher meetings and ongoing communication with families
• Assist with school/department events, cultural activities, field experiences and community engagement initiatives
• Other related duties as required

• Support planning activities required for the implementation of the…