DOT27001 - Native Studies/Cultural Courses

Skillhub Solutions Inc.; Fort McMurray; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Fort McMurray Public School Division in Fort McMurray, AB is seeking a full-time teacher for Native Studies and cultural courses. The probationary appointment runs from August 25, 2026 to June 29, 2027, with the Division Office as the posting location.

The role involves teaching locally developed courses, supporting Indigenous students and families, and connecting them with Indigenous organizations and community services to foster student success.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Education and experience in an educational setting.
• Knowledge of Indigenous history, culture, and language in the region; being a community member from the region is preferred.
• Cree or Dene language ability is an asset.
• Ability to build relationships with junior high and high school students, work with staff and parents, and support students' mental health needs.
• Organizational, classroom management, differentiated instruction, technology, and supervision skills.

Responsibilities

• Teach locally developed courses, including beading and tipi education.
• Support Indigenous students as they navigate home and school cultures, and build trusting relationships with students and families.
• Act as a communication link between parents and the school and connect students and families with Indigenous organizations and community services.
• Provide culturally relevant information, research, professional development, and presentation support to school staff.
• Plan cultural events and activities and share practices that support student success.

Skills

Organizational skills

Classroom management

Differentiated instruction

Technology integration

Supervision skills

Education

Bachelor of Education

Job description

Fort McMurray Public School Division

Fort McMurray, AB Full-time, Temporary Salary not specified

Teacher - Native Studies and Cultural Courses

Fort McMurray Public School Division is seeking a full-time teacher for Native Studies and cultural courses. The probationary appointment is listed as August 25, 2026 to June 29, 2027. The school location is to be determined; the posting lists the Division Office.

Responsibilities

• Teach locally developed courses, including beading and tipi education.


• Support Indigenous students as they navigate home and school cultures, and build trusting relationships with students and families.


• Act as a communication link between parents and the school and connect students and families with Indigenous organizations and community services.


• Provide culturally relevant information, research, professional development, and presentation support to school staff.


• Plan cultural events and activities and share practices that support student success.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Education and experience in an educational setting.


• Knowledge of Indigenous history, culture, and language in the region; being a community member from the region is preferred.


• Cree or Dene language ability is an asset.


• Ability to build relationships with junior high and high school students, work with staff and parents, and support students' mental health needs.


• Organizational, classroom management, differentiated instruction, technology, and supervision skills.