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                            Human Resources Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

     How do I apply for a job with School District No. 8 (Kootenay Lake) (SD8)?

  • Visit the Career Opportunity pages on Make a Future and follow the steps to create a profile on Make a Future. Apply directly to the position you are interested in and qualified for using Make a Future before the posting's closing date. 

    Do you accept applications other than through Make a Future?

  • SD8 is paperless with its job application process. Only a completed application package, submitted electronically through www.makeafuture.ca will be accepted. For free computer access to submit an application, please visit your local library.

    I am having trouble applying for a position on the Make a Future website. What should I do?

  • For assistance with the Make a Future website, please contact applicant@makeafuture.ca or call 1-866-806-6851.

    I wish to inquire about current and future employment opportunities at SD8, how can I get more information?

  • We encourage you to learn more about SD8 by exploring our website. Additionally, you can sign up for the "Job Alert" feature on www.makeafuture.ca to get an email notification when jobs are posted for SD8 so you don't miss out on future job opportunities.

    How do I get on the Teachers Teacher on Call (TTOC) list or the casual Support Staff list?

  • We are continually recruiting Casual On-Call Support Staff throughout the year. Opportunities are posted year-round on Make a Future (MAF Link). TTOC postings are open in January and in June of each year. All jobs are posted on www.makeafuture.ca.

    Do I need to be a TTOC in order to apply to term or continuing teaching positions?

  • No, you are eligible to apply for all posted positions on Make a Future for which you are qualified regardless of whether you are on the TTOC list. 

    I am interested in several positions within the same job category at SD8. Do I need to submit an application for each position?

  • Yes, you will need to apply to each position you are interested in and qualified for separately; however, you do not need to re-create your profile each time on Make a Future if you are applying for jobs within the same job category.

    I have created profiles for different categories for other school districts, can I use these for SD8?

  • If you have already set up profiles with other school districts, you can link that profile without having to create a new profile from scratch. On the login page, under 'For Applicants', you can click on 'Link an Existing Account'.

    I want to apply for a job posting, but it is no longer on the Make a Future website, can I still apply?

  • No. Once a job posting for SD8 has closed, it no longer appears on makeafuture.ca. Only a complete application package sent electronically through www.makeafuture.ca and submitted by the closing date/time will be accepted. Please sign up for the "Job Alert" feature on Make a Future to get an email notification when jobs are posted for SD8 so you don't miss out on job opportunities.

    What courses should I take to qualify for jobs at SD8?

  • Qualifications will vary based on the position and are included in the job posting. Some examples are as follows:

    Teacher positions require current BC Teacher Certification
    Non-enrolling Teacher positions such as Counsellors, Psychologists require a Master's degree in the appropriate discipline in addition to the BC Teacher Certification. Teacher librarian require a Librarian Certificate such as the one at Queens in addition to the BC Teacher Certification.
    Inclusion Support Teacher positions require a Master's degree/diploma/certificate in Inclusive Education.
    Educational Assistant positions require an Education Assistant certificate or Community Support Worker certificate.
    Administrative Assistant positions require an Office Administration certificate or equivalent.
    Trades positions require a Trade Qualifications certificate.
    Custodial positions require a Building Services Worker certificate or experience.
    Bus driver class 2 drivers with air brake endorsement.

    View all the Support Staff job Descriptions for more information!

    Former Teachers: I need a Confirmation of Teaching Experience form filled out. Who do I send it to?

  • Please send your form to hrservices@sd8.bc.ca . Please make sure it has your name on it.

     

    Some Helpful Tips:

  • Please view our External Applicant Guide for assistance with creating an account on Make a Future and applying to jobs with SD8. To receive automatic email notifications – sign up for the “Job Alerts” feature so you can be emailed notification of jobs at our district.

    If you are experiencing technical issues creating your account contact Customer Service:

  • 1-866-806-6851
  • applicant@makeafuture.ca 

  • Make a Future - Contact Us page

    Please remember to include within your profile, a minimum of three (3) Supervisory References with their updated email contact information, when applying to any job postings within SD8

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