English Teacher

Moose Cree Education Authority; Moose Factory; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 121,000; Full time

Job summary

A First Nations educational institution in Moose Factory, Ontario, is inviting applications for a teaching position starting in the 2025-2026 school year. The successful candidate will possess a minimum Bachelor of Education degree and be registered with the Ontario College of Teachers. This permanent position offers a competitive salary based on qualifications, along with health benefits and support for working in a multicultural environment.

Benefits

Health & Dental Benefits

Employee and Family Assistance Program

Other allowances and incentives

Matching contribution to Ontario Teachers Pension Plan

Travel and Cree Language allowance

Qualifications

• Current registration and in good standing with the Ontario College of Teachers (OCT).
• Submit cover letter with application package.
• Submit copies of all credentials if not yet registered with OCT.
• Submit a current Police Record Check with vulnerable sector check or proof of application.
• First Aid / CPR certification or willing to obtain within a reasonable period.
• Strong communication skills required for working with students, parents, and staff members.
• Ability to work as a member of a professional team.
• Willingness to participate in the school learning philosophy.
• Ability to adapt curriculum to meet a range of learning styles and abilities.
• Ability to deliver appropriate Individual Education Plans within classroom.
• Willingness to be flexible in teaching assignments.
• Willingness to live in a remote community and participate as a member of the community.
• Knowledge and sensitivity to the history, culture, traditions and aspirations of First Nations people.

Responsibilities

• Teach students in Grades 7-12 in a First Nations school.
• Develop and adapt lesson plans to cater to diverse learning needs.
• Manage classroom behavior and maintain a conducive learning environment.

Skills

Experience Working With Students

Classroom Management

Behavior Management

Lesson Planning

Adult Education

Teaching

Tutoring

Curriculum Development

Writing Skills

Education

Minimum Bachelor of Education Degree

Job description

The Delores D. Echum Composite School (DDECS) invites applications from qualified teachers to commence employment for the 2025-2026 school year. We are a First Nations school located in northern Ontario in western James Bay with an enrollment of 130 students in Grades 7-12. The School is located in Moose Cree First Nation on Moose Factory Island with a population of over 3000 and is accessible by boat during the open-water season and by ice road in the winter.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Current registration and in good standing with the Ontario College of Teachers (OCT)
• Minimum Bachelor of Education Degree
• Qualifications in English

REQUIREMENTS / ABILITIES

• Submit cover letter with application package
• Submit copies of all credentials if not yet registered with OCT
• Submit a current Police Record Check with vulnerable sector check or proof of application
• First Aid / CPR certification or willing to obtain within a reasonable period
• Strong communication skills required for working with students parents and staff members
• Ability to work as a member of a professional team
• Willingness to participate in the school learning philosophy
• Ability to adapt curriculum to meet a range of learning styles and abilities
• Ability to deliver appropriate Individual Education Plans within classroom
• A willingness to be flexible in teaching assignments
• A willingness to live in a remote community and participate as a member of the community
• Knowledge and sensitivity to the history culture traditions and aspirations of First Nations people and experience in working in a multicultural setting

Start Date: August 21 2025

Salary: Up to $120140.00 annually based on OSSTF / QECO rating

Duration: Permanent position with probation period of 1 or 2 years based on experience

WHAT WE OFFER

A competitive salary based on qualifications and experience immediate and matching contribution to Ontario Teachers Pension Plan plus travel and Cree Language allowance.

• Health & Dental Benefits
• Employee and Family Assistance Program
• Other allowances and incentives

HOW TO JOIN THE DDECS TEAM

Submit application requirements quoting Competition #25-28 along with two (2) recent work references and one (1) personal character reference to :

Celeste Rickard Human Resources Administrator

P.O. Box 780 Moose Factory Ontario POL 1W0

Tel: Ext. 230 Fax: Email:

Closing Date: Open Until Position Filled

Posted: July 31 2025

Key Skills

Experience Working With Students, Classroom Management, Behavior Management, Classroom Experience, Lesson Planning, Adult Education, Teaching, Tutoring, Curriculum Development, Cordova, Experience with Children, Writing Skills

Employment Type: Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1