Stein Valley Nlakapamux School in Lytton, BC, is currently seeking a Student Support Worker (SSW) to support classroom teachers. Stein Valley Nlakapamux School (SVNS) is a well-established and growing Independent School centrally located in the Fraser Canyon (3 hours from Vancouver and Kelowna, 2 hours from Kamloops). SVNS offers K4 to Grade 12 along with an Adult Diploma Program. We are an innovative school that weaves Nlakapamux culture and language with 21st century learning.
Job Title: School Support Worker- Job Summary: Reporting to the principal at Stein Valley Nlakapamux School (SVNS), the primary responsibility is to provide support services to students in the classroom. Job Responsibilities: Without restricting the generality of the purpose above, the SSW shall perform such duties and responsibilities as may be assigned including but not restricted to the following: Assist in the supervision of students, may assist students in various life skills activities and assist the teacher in planning and evaluating the progress in those activities, which can be inside or outside of the school setting. Observe and discuss the progress of students with teachers and other supportive professional staff to support personal program planning meetings. Exercise judgment in modifying student behaviour by, re-directing, and providing positive reinforcement within pre-established guidelines. Be willing to engage in life-long learning with respect to training and professional development. Attend meetings as requested. Conduct oneself in a manner appropriate to a professional learning environment. At no time should an SSW discuss, in public, information pertaining to a student. Prepare instructional materials for classroom or student use. Assist students with reading, writing, speech, assignments, tests and comprehension of curriculum based on student needs. Participate on the school-based teams and committees as required. Treat students in a respectful, responsible, and fair manner with due consideration to the students’ social and psychological development. Maintain effective and collaborative relationships with school staff and parents/guardians. Provide recess and noon hour supervision. Participate in extra-curricular activities. Other related duties as they may be required from time to time. Satisfactory criminal records check will be required. If you are interested in this position you may submit your covering letter & resume by August 22, 2025 to: principal@svns.ca.
Stein Valley Nlakapamux School: Phone: 250-455-2522; Website: www.svns.ca