Elementary Teacher- FT Permanent

Wasauksing; Central Ontario; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Wasauksing First Nation is seeking a Classroom Teacher to provide an educational, supportive, and holistic atmosphere where students can grow intellectually, emotionally, physically, and spiritually within Ontario curriculum guidelines and Wasauksing First Nation values.

The role emphasizes collaboration with staff, development of IEPs, and engaging students from diverse backgrounds, including embedding Ojibway language and culture into lessons.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Bachelor of Education or equivalent required.
• Ability to speak, read and understand Anishnaabemowin is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Model professional and ethical standards as per OCT when dealing with students, parents, peers and community.
• Attend professional meetings, conferences and trainings to maintain growth.
• Plan and supervise class projects, field trips and experiential activities.
• Observe and evaluate students’ performance, behavior, and health.
• Establish clear lesson objectives and communicate them to students.
• Prepare, administer and grade tests and assignments.
• Develop IEPs and participate in IPRC processes.
• Adapt teaching methods to meet diverse learning needs and styles.
• Meet with parents/guardians to discuss student progress.
• Maintain accurate student records and reports as required.

Skills

Ojibwe language

Communication skills

Organization & time management

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Bachelor of Education or equivalent

Basic qualifications (Primary, Junior, Intermediate, or Senior)

Job description

Position Summary

Wasauksing First Nation is accepting applications for a Teacher. The Classroom Teacher is responsible for providing an educational, supportive and holistic atmosphere where students have the opportunity to fulfill their potential for intellectual, emotional, physical, and spiritual growth. This person is responsible for organizing and implementing an instructional program in accordance with Wasauksing First Nation and Ontario curriculum policies that will result in students achieving lifelong success and a strong cultural identity

Job Duties & Responsibilities

• Model professional and ethical standards (Ontario College of Teachers) when dealing with students, parents, peers and community.


• Regularly attend professional meetings, educational conferences, and teacher training workshops to maintain and improve professional growth and development.


• Use the Foundations of Professional Practice as set by the OCT (e.g., treat students with dignity and respect)


• Assume responsibility for meeting their long-range plans, unit plans, emergency plans, and student-wide performance goals.


• Observe and evaluate students’ performance, behavior, social development, and physical health.


• Establish clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects, and communicate those objectives to students.


• Assign and grade class work and homework.


• Prepare, administer, and grade tests and assignments.


• Prepare and implement remedial programs for students requiring extra help. Develop IEP’s and participate in IPRC.


• Plan and supervise class projects, field trips, visits by guest speakers or other experiential activities, and guide students in learning from those activities.


• Administer and interpret standardized ability and achievement tests.


• Provide disabled students or students with LD with assistive devices and supportive technology.


• Establish and enforce rules for behaviour and procedures.


• Apply current classroom management and techniques.


• Meet with parents and guardians to discuss their children’s progress.


• Adapt teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students’ varying needs, interests, and learning styles.


• Employ relevant in instructional principles, teaching pedagogy, methods, and techniques.


• Operates in accordance with and ensures compliance to the Wasauksing First Nation Administrative, Finance and program policies and procedures as may be updated and amended from time to time.


• Other duties/tasks/responsibilities as required and as assigned.


• Provide a positive and supportive learning environment.


• Provide for and promote the care and protection of students and school property.


• Maintain accurate and complete student records as required standards.


• Prepare for assigned classes, and show written evidence of preparation.


• Prepare reports on students and activities as required by administration.


• Organize and lead activities, conferring with other staff to plan.


• Supervise, evaluate, and plan assignments for TA’s and volunteers.


• Co-operate and collaborate with school administrative personnel and colleagues.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree, required.


• Bachelor of Education or equivalent, required.


• Basic qualifications (Primary, Junior, Intermediate, or Senior), required.


• Ability to speak, read and understand Anishnaabemowin (Ojibway Language) is an asset
  

Other Requirements

• Ability to plan, organize and coordinate activities & maintain confidentiality.


• Ability to serve as a role model and treat students.


• Ability to establish effective working relationships in a diverse setting.


• Ability to work as part of a team and take on a leadership role.


• Ability to grasp, manipulate and implement current technology and tools.


• Must have a proficient level of communication skills, verbal and written.


• Must possess excellent organizational and time-management skills.


• Must possess a current and valid Driver’s License and dependable vehicle.


• Be able to provide an up-to-date CPIC.

This position will remain open until filled.