Anishnaabemowin (Language) Facilitator

Collège Boréal; Northeastern Manitoulin and the Islands; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking an Anishnaabemowin Facilitator to support language revitalization at Noojmowin Teg Health Centre. The role involves developing language programs, facilitating sessions, and providing cultural teachings, requiring fluency in Anishnaabemowin and specific educational qualifications. This full-time position emphasizes community engagement and professional development.

Qualifications

• Fluent in Anishnaabemowin.
• Clear Vulnerable Sectors Check required.
• CPR C and First Aid Certification needed.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement language programs for Anishnaabemowin.
• Facilitate language sessions and presentations.
• Perform administrative duties and prepare reports.

Skills

Interactive teaching techniques

Interpersonal relations

Time management

Verbal communication

Written communication

Facilitation skills

Collaboration skills

Organizational skills

Education

Ontario Secondary School Diploma

Aboriginal Teacher Certificate or Bachelor of Education Degree or Native Language Teaching Certificate

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Anishnaabemowin (Language) Facilitator

Little Current, Ontario, Canada .
Full-time

Description

Summary:
To implement Anishnaabemowin within all aspects of Noojmowin Teg Health Centre. Teach and provide support for Anishinaabe language revitalization in a manner that will increase the knowledge within the team and within all program and service delivery.

Job Duties:
Develop and implement language programs
-Assist and support the development of a strategic plan for the revitalization of Anishnaabemowin for the team to include an immersion plan
-Facilitate a language resource network for the organization
-Assist with the Language Symposium
-Facilitate language sessions and/or presentations
-Plan and provide assisted instruction in accordance with lesson plans
-Provide culturally appropriate programs and teachings within the lesson plans
-Facilitate programs to encourage and promote revitalization of Anishnaabemowin
-Provide coaching, guidance and facilitation with language initiatives
-Develop translated resources (video, social media, marketing, communications)

Perform administrative duties in support of the organization’s goals and objectives
-Prepare activity and statistical reports for reporting and evaluation purposes
-Provide consultation services within Noojmowin Teg Health Centre

Perform other duties as assigned within the scope of the position
-Engage in professional development to maintain current skills and knowledge regarding the scope of the position
-Assist in the development and implementation of the organization’s quality improvement initiatives
-Network with other organizations to improve practice and enhance service delivery

Requirements:
Mandatory
-Ontario Secondary School Diploma
-Aboriginal Teacher Certificate or Bachelor of Education Degree or Native Language Teaching Certificate and willingness to advance through professional development
-Fluent in speaking and understanding Anishnaabemowin
-Valid Class G driver’s license
-Current CPR C and First Aid Certification
-Clear Vulnerable Sectors Check

Preferred
-Experience delivering culturally relevant language sessions
-Experience writing reports
-Experience working in a computer database environment
Knowledge
-Working knowledge and understanding of Anishinaabemowin, both oral and written
-Knowledge of First Nation communities of Manitoulin Island
-Knowledge of Anishinaabe culture and traditions

Skills
-Skilled in interactive teaching techniques for both individuals and groups
-Skilled in interpersonal relations
-Strong time management skills
-Proficiency in Microsoft Office
-Excellent verbal and written communication skills
-Strong facilitation, collaboration and organizational skills

Ability
-Strong ability to prioritize, plan, organize and schedule
-Ability to work with minimal supervision

Work Conditions:
-Frequent periods of typing while sitting at a computer
-Frequent standing/sitting
-Frequent interruptions within office setting
-Occasional lifting of resource material/display
-Travel is required