The Burnaby School District is committed to meaningful actions that further Truth and Reconciliation and we are honoured to be doing this work on the unceded and ancestral lands of the hən̓q̓əmin̓əm̓ and skwx̱wú7mesh speaking people. We acknowledge the stewardship of these lands by the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm, Sḵwx̱wú7mesh, and sə̓lílwətaʔɬNations.
The Burnaby School District is the fourth largest in BC. The District operates 41 elementary and 8 secondary schools, including a range of district and provincial resource programs. The District supports and provides learning to 25,000 Kindergarten to Grade 12 (K-12) students and to more than 6,000 adult learners with approximately, 3% of the population identify as Indigenous. With more than 100 languages spoken in the homes of its students, the District is one of the most culturally diverse in Canada.
For further information and background about the Burnaby School District, please click About Burnaby School District.
Indigenous peoples play a key role in the District’s workforce and our local community. There are a wide variety of positions available in the District, which include: support staff, teaching, principal, vice principal, professional exempt and management positions. As diversity is a strength of the District, staff of Indigenous ancestry are valued members of the Burnaby School District who bring critical perspectives, knowledge and skills to our community. The District welcomes applications from Indigenous people for all positions, as well as positions that provide direct support to students of Indigenous ancestry.
Some opportunities within the Burnaby School District include:
- Administrative/Clerical support (CUPE)
- Youth & Childcare Worker (CUPE)
- Education Assistant (CUPE)
- Custodian (CUPE)
- Food Service Worker (CUPE)
- Student Supervisor &/or Crossing Guard (CUPE)
- Teacher- Teacher On Call (BTA)
- Classroom Teacher (BTA)
- Indigenous Youth Engagement Workers (CUPE)
- Indigenous Resource Teachers – Elementary (BTA)
- Indigenous Enhancement Teachers - Student Success (BTA)
- Indigenous Literacy Teacher (BTA)
- Secondary Success Teachers (BTA)
- Indigenous Learning Inquiry Teachers – Elementary (BTA)
- Indigenous Education Program Consultants (BTA)
- Vice Principal and Principal (BPVPA)
- Management and specialized positions (Professional Exempt)
What the District offers:
The District has a variety of programs, resources, and collective agreement provisions for Indigenous staff.
- Employment Equity Hiring for Teachers of Indigenous Ancestry:
- Preference is given to candidates of Indigenous ancestry over other candidates, provided they meet the qualifications for the position.
- Upon attaining continuing contract status, self-identified Indigenous educators are exempt from lay off.
- Indigenous health and well-being resources: mental health staff portal that provides culturally sensitive resources.
- Annual Indigenous staff gathering to build community and connection amongst Indigenous staff in the District.
- Five (5) days of paid cultural leave days.
- Eligible for extended health and dental plans, sick leave, vacation pay/leave, life insurance, long-term disability, pension plan and much more.
- Professional development opportunities that foster career growth and advancement.
- Monthly connection with Elders.
Indigenous Education in Burnaby Schools:
Burnaby School District’s Indigenous Education Program provides culturally relevant programming and services to students of Indigenous ancestry. Our enhanced services are intended to create pathways to success for each and every student of Indigenous ancestry within Burnaby schools. Indigenous Education staff work collaboratively with school and District staff to provide Indigenous students with unique opportunities that integrate Indigenous culture with academic achievement. Positions within the Indigenous Education Department are unique opportunities for staff to integrate their cultural knowledge and teachings through targeted services and programs for Indigenous students.
If you are interested in applying or have applied for a posting, please contact Ravneet Dosanjh, Senior HR Advisor at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. to schedule a meeting to discuss any of the following:
- Providing recommendations of how your knowledge, skills and experience aligns with positions
- Navigating and understanding the recruitment process and timelines
- Providing support throughout the recruitment process
Any questions during the application and recruitment process can be directed to Human Resources at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
To apply to the Burnaby School District, please visit Make a Future- Burnaby