Fluent/Proficient Kwak’wala Speakers

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    Closing Date: May 13, 2026
    Location: TBD
    Wage: Term position (to end of June). Fluent Speakers $75 hr / Semi-Fluent Speakers $50 hr.

    JOB SUMMARY

    We need fluent/proficient speakers to lead 2 small language pods (3-4 learners in each pod).  One is a beginner level language pod, one is intermediate level.  The pods need to meet for 4-5 hours a week, which can be scheduled for times that best suit the pod leader and learners.

    DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

    • Immersion style learning methods
    • Follow the master apprentice principals
    • Sessions should be everyday activites, like cooking, going for a walk, going grocery shopping, crafting, tea time, games, and TPR activities, etc.
    • A focus on speaking everyday language in Kwak̕wala.

    REQUIREMENTS

    The Fluent/Proficient Kwak̕wala Speakers must be:

    • Fluent or proficient in Kwak̕wala, or working towards proficiency.
    • The ability to be flexible with scheduling times.
    • Positive and encouraging teaching methods.
    • Knowledge of First Nation social and historical issues impacting First Nation communities.

     

    Key relationships

    • Students in the language pods.
    • Language Program Coordinator and Education Administrator.

     

    WORKING CONDITIONS

    • Location of the language pod sessions can be decided amongst the pod members.
    • Working in a harassment-and violence-free environment.
    • Employees must provide a “Criminal Records Check.”

     

     

     

    Submit application to:

     Attn: Natasha Bridger, Language Program Coordinator

    Kwakiutl Band

    P.O. Box 1440

    Port Hardy, B.C.

    VON 2P0

    Fax: (250) 949-6066

    Email:  language@kwakiutl.bc.ca

     

    Please mail, email, or deliver application to Receptionist, at the Band Office or email to Natasha Bridger:  language@kwakiutl.bc,ca.

    Application deadline:  May 8th, by 4:00 p.m.