BCCS Grade 8 Teacher

The East Central First Nations Education Authority (ECFNEA); Nipawin; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Bernard Constant Community School in James Smith is seeking a Grade 8 Teacher to deliver the Saskatchewan curriculum with Indigenous content and trauma-informed practices. The role focuses on building student resilience, cultural connection, and hands-on learning in a dynamic Pre-K–12 setting.

The successful candidate will plan lessons, assess progress, and collaborate with a professional team to support approximately 400 students and a Wellness Team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Education is required.
• Saskatchewan Teaching Certificate is required.
• Criminal Record Check including Vulnerable Sector Check is required.
• CPR and First Aid certificates are assets.

Responsibilities

• Conduct formal and informal assessments of students.
• Contribute to a positive image of the school and James Smith Community.
• Foster innovation, teamwork, and creativity within the team.
• Demonstrate strong relationships with students, parents and staff.
• Facilitate learning activities in classroom and land-based settings.
• Incorporate technology and media in lesson planning.
• Nurture, support and guide young learners.
• Participate in co-curricular activities.
• Prepare course timelines, syllabi and handouts.
• Develop engaging lessons aligned with Saskatchewan curriculum and Indigenous content.

Skills

Classroom management

Curriculum planning

Student assessment

Communication with families

Education

Bachelor's degree in Education

Saskatchewan Teaching Certificate

CPR Certificate

First Aid Certificate (asset)

Job description

Full-time Employment Opportunity at BernardConstant Community School in the James Smith

Community: Grade 8 Teacher

The East Central First Nations Education Authority (ECFNEA) is committed to providing the highest-quality Educational Services by our people, for our people. The Authority focuses on developing and implementing Culture and Cree Language Programs to address the needs of the First Nation communities it serves: the Chakastaypasin Band of the Cree Nation, the James Smith Cree Nation, and the Peter Chapman Band. The ECFNEA’s facilities include the Bernard Constant Community School located on James Smith Cree Nation (JSCN) and a sub-office in Nipawin, Saskatchewan. To obtain more information on the ECFNEA, please visit our website at https://www.ecfnep.ca/

No accommodations are currently available within the community. School staff travel into the community from local towns and cities such as Melfort and Prince Albert, Saskatchewan.

The Bernard Constant Community School is a dynamic Pre-K-Grade 12 school, serving approximately 400 students. The school is supported by a professional staff of 30 plus teachers and a full complement of support staff.

The focus of the Bernard Constant Community School is Trauma-sensitive Programming, with a full complement of a Wellness Team, a comprehensive Cree Language Program for all grades and divisions, along with a Land-based Learning Program, a Cultural Program, a Sports Academy Program, and a Treaty Essential Learning Program.

Applicants who can speak the Cree Language and can display knowledge of, and working experience in, the other noted areas will be considered assets.

Position Title Grade 8 Teacher

The duties and responsibilities of the position are as follows:

• conduct formal and informal assessment of students;
• contribute to the positive image of the school and the James Smith Community;
• create an atmosphere of innovation, teamwork, and creativity within the team;
• demonstrate a history of positive relations with students, parents, and staff;
• facilitate learning activities both within the classroom setting and outdoor landbased activities;
• incorporate appropriate technology and media in lesson planning;
• nurture, support and guide young learners;
• participate in co-curricular school activities;
• prepare course timelines and materials such as syllabi, homework assignments and handouts;
• prepare engaging lessons and interactive learning activities/materials;
• prepare lesson plans with clear objectives that follow Saskatchewan curriculum standard and the ability to adapt curriculum with indigenous content;
• promote and maintain high standards of behaviour, respect and safety within the classroom;
• strong classroom management skills using trauma informed practices is an asset;
• support families with open, ongoing communication.

Position Qualifications

• possess or be in application for a valid Saskatchewan Teaching Certificate;
• possess a Bachelor’s degree or higher qualification in education;
• a clear Criminal Record Check (Canadian Police Information Centre) including Vulnerable Sector Check;
• a Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certificate; and a First Aid Certificate would be an asset;
• must have a valid driver’s licence.

Required abilities, knowledge and skills

• effectively communicates with staff, parents and students;
• fosters school mission, values and sense of community through student-centred decisions;
• maintains professionalism through all school interactions and activities;
• models a strong work ethic as well as high standards of commitment;
• must have an awareness and appreciation of Indigenous culture;
• understands and uses current literacy, numeracy practices and teaching strategies;
• values continual growth and development of school programs and curriculum.

Preference will be given to existing employees and to members of the First Nations participating in the East Central First Nation Education Authority.

The ECFNEA thanks all applicants. However, we will not contact all applicants. We will contact applicants who meet the requirements listed above.