Human Resources Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
How do I apply for a job with School District No. 8 (Kootenay Lake) (Ä¢¹½ÊÓÆµ)?
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Visit the Career Opportunity pages on 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. Please view our External Applicant Guide for assistance with creating an account on Make a Future and applying to jobs with Ä¢¹½ÊÓÆµ.
Do you accept applications other than through Make a Future?
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Ä¢¹½ÊÓÆµ is paperless with its job application process. Only a completed application package, submitted electronically through 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?
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For assistance with the Make a Future website, please contact or call 1-866-806-6851.
I wish to inquire about current and future employment opportunities at Ä¢¹½ÊÓÆµ, how can I get more information?
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We encourage you to learn more about Ä¢¹½ÊÓÆµ by exploring our website. Additionally, you can sign up for the "Job Alert" feature on Make a Future to get an email notification when jobs are posted for Ä¢¹½ÊÓÆµ 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?
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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 .
Do I need to be a TTOC in order to apply to term or continuing teaching positions?
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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 Ä¢¹½ÊÓÆµ. Do I need to submit an application for each position?
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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 Ä¢¹½ÊÓÆµ?
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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?
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No. Once a job posting for Ä¢¹½ÊÓÆµ has closed, it no longer appears on makeafuture.ca. Only a complete application package sent electronically through 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 Ä¢¹½ÊÓÆµ so you don't miss out on job opportunities.
What courses should I take to qualify for jobs at Ä¢¹½ÊÓÆµ?
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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 license 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?
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Please send your form to hrservices@sd8.bc.ca . Please make sure it has your name on it.
Some Helpful Tips:
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Please view our External Applicant Guide for assistance with creating an account on Make a Future and applying to jobs with Ä¢¹½ÊÓÆµ. To receive automatic email notifications – sign up for the “Job Alertsâ€� 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
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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 Ä¢¹½ÊÓÆµ
Support Staff External Vacancies
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