Anishnaabemowin (Language) Facilitator

Noojmowin Teg; Ontario; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading health centre in Ontario seeks a dedicated individual to implement Anishnaabemowin language programs. The role involves developing strategic plans for language revitalization, facilitating sessions, and providing culturally relevant teachings. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in education, fluency in Anishnaabemowin, and excellent communication skills.

Qualifications

• Fluent in Anishnaabemowin.
• Current CPR C and First Aid Certification.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement language programs.
• Facilitate language sessions and presentations.
• Prepare activity and statistical reports.

Skills

Interactive Teaching Techniques

Interpersonal Relations

Communication

Facilitation

Collaboration

Organizational Skills

Education

Aboriginal Teacher Certificate

Bachelor of Education Degree

Native Language Teaching Certificate

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

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

• 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.

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.
• 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 interruptions within office setting.
• Occasional lifting of resource material / display.