Elementary School Teacher

Athabasca Denesuline Education Authority; Prince Albert; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Group insurance

Pension plan

Subsidized housing

Northern allowance

Job summary

Athabasca Denesuline Education Authority (ADEA) seeks two competent Elementary School Teachers (Gr 1-5) for Father Gamache Memorial School in Fond Du Lac, SK. You will deliver project-based learning and foster an enthusiastic, inclusive environment aligned with Denesuline culture.

The role offers collaboration with local and central staff, a strong benefits package, subsidized housing, and a northern allowance as part of the provincial pay grid.

Qualifications

• Must be patient, flexible, observant, and passionate.
• Strong communication skills including verbal, nonverbal, and active listening.
• Familiarity with Saskatchewan Curriculum and Canadian early learning guidelines.
• Experience or familiarity with First Nations education is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Be aware of allergies and create a positive learning climate within Denesuline culture.
• Plan and prepare materials so classes run smoothly.
• Engage families to support learning and create a welcoming classroom.
• Assess and document student learning daily.

Skills

Patience

Communication

Cultural sensitivity

Classroom management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Education

Saskatchewan Teaching Certificate

Experience with First Nations students (asset)

Job description

The Athabasca Denesuline Education Authority (ADEA) is seeking two competent, confident, motivated individuals to fill the positions of two Elementary School Teachers (Gr 1-5) at Father Gamache Memorial School, located in Fond Du Lac, Saskatchewan. In this role, you will provide strong interpersonal skills, commitment to learning and teaching in project-based ways and provide an enthusiastic learning environment for students.

The ADEA is a First Nation Education Authority serving the three Denesuline First Nations communities in northern Saskatchewan; Black Lake First Nation, Hatchet Lake First Nation, and Fond Du Lac First Nation. The Authority serves a total student population of approximately 1,400 students. The Authority is working toward improved educational outcomes by utilizing the latest technology, progressively piloting programs, and integrating Denesuline culture into the classroom and school curriculum.

This competition is open to all applicants who reside in Canada; and preference will be given to First Nation or other Indigenous applicants who possess the qualifications, knowledge, and skills to meet the minimum suitability requirements as stated for the position.

What We Offer:

We offer an exciting opportunity for you to teach. The successful candidate will be supported by local and central office staff and have access to a great benefit program. The benefits we offer include group insurance (vision, dental, life insurance and other health benefits such as chiropractor and massage therapy), and the company's registered pension plan. In addition to following the provincial teacher's salary grid we provide subsidized housing and a northern allowance. You will be surrounded by leaders and colleagues that want the best for each student in their learning and well-being.

Key Accountabilities and Responsibilities:

• Be aware of any allergies a student may have.
• Establish clear instructional direction to support a positive learning climate in the context of the Denesuline culture and language.
• Offer children the opportunity to interact with peers and learn social skills, learn school routines, and build a strong foundation for further success in school.
• Required to plan and organize materials ahead of time so when the children arrive, the room and the Educators are ready to engage with children.
• Provide positive ways for family engagement for learning success and provide a welcoming space that draws parents into the classroom.
• Assess and document student learning daily.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Must be patient, flexible, observant, and passionate.
• Must have communications skills such as: verbal and nonverbal, active listening, and empathy.
• Must have strong understanding of the following programs and assessments for the younger grades: Play and Exploration: Early Learning Program Guide; Early Years Evaluation (EYE); Prekindergarten Essentials: Effective Practices, Policies and Guidelines; Saskatchewan Curriculum.
• To follow the provincial Ministry of Education curricula and focuses on holistic child development including the social-emotional, physical, intellectual, and spiritual domains.
• Actively engage with families, children, and community members to understand their backgrounds and experiences to support an equitable and inclusive school environment.
• Ability to work effectively with administrators, colleagues, central office, schoolbased staff, students, parents and community.
• Maintain confidentiality of students and other professional information

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Education or equivalent.
• Must be eligible for or posses a valid Saskatchewan Teaching Certificate.
• Experience in teaching First Nations students at a remote community would be an asset.
• First Aid Certification would be an asset
• Related training or experience in the field of education would be a definite asset.