Music Teacher (K-12)

Mamu Tshishkutamashutau - Innu Education; Happy Valley-Goose Bay; Sur place; CAD 60 000 - 85 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Labrador living allowance

Relocation allowance

Annual travel allowance

Employer-paid group insurance

RPP with employer matching

RRSP contributions

Retention bonus

Welcome back bonus

Tuition assistance

Annual fitness and wellness allowance

Paid personal leave

Résumé du poste

Mamu Tshishkutamashutau - Innu Education is seeking a Music Teacher for K-12 in Sheshatshiu, NL. The role emphasizes delivering engaging, inclusive music instruction within a culturally grounded framework that reflects Innu culture and values.

The successful candidate will use diverse teaching strategies, align with provincial standards, and collaborate with families and staff to support student growth and well-being in a northern Indigenous community.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Education from a recognized post-secondary institution.
• Valid Newfoundland and Labrador Teaching Certificate (or eligibility to obtain one).
• Legal entitlement to work in Canada.
• Provision of a clear Criminal Record Check and Vulnerable Sector Check (within 6 months).

Responsabilités

• Plan and deliver lessons aligned with provincial standards while differentiating instruction.
• Integrate Innu history, culture, and land-based learning into daily lessons.
• Maintain a safe, positive classroom environment and support social-emotional development.
• Assess progress with formative and summative assessments and maintain records.
• Collaborate with parents, teachers, and community to support IEPs.
• Utilize Google Workspace to enhance curriculum and administrative tasks.

Connaissances

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Cultural awareness

Innu language

Classroom management

Formation

Bachelor of Education

NL Teaching Certificate

Outils

Google Workspace

Description du poste

Music Teacher (K-12)

Location: Sheshatshiu, NL Employment: Full-Time ; Permanent

About Mamu Tshishkutamashutau - Innu Educatio n Located in, Labrador, Mamu Tshishkutamashutau Innu Education (MTIE) is dedicated to supporting the educational journey of the Innu Nation. With two schools in Natuashish and Sheshatshiu, MTIE serves approximately 1,000 students from Kindergarten to Grade 12, fostering a culturally grounded and student-centered learning environment. MTIE is committed to building a collaborative and supportive workplace where staff are empowered to contribute to the success and well-being of students and the broader Innu community.

About the Role

We are seeking a Music Teacher to join our instructional team. The Teacher is responsible for delivering high-quality, engaging, and inclusive education to students. Working closely with school leadership, support staff, and parents, the Teacher creates a safe and welcoming classroom environment that promotes the intellectual, physical, social, and emotional development of every child.

This position plays a key role in shaping foundational learning experiences, fostering a lifelong love of learning, and ensuring that curriculum delivery is respectful and reflective of the local community, including Innu culture and values.

Key Responsibilities

• Instructional Delivery: Plan and deliver activities that facilitate active learning and align with provincial curriculum standards while differentiating instruction to meet diverse needs.
• Cultural Integration: Integrate Innu history, culture, and land-based learning opportunities into daily lessons to resonate with Innu students.
• Classroom Management: Establish a positive and safe classroom environment; guide students in social-emotional development, conflict resolution, and peer cooperation.
• Assessment & Reporting: Regularly evaluate academic development through formative and summative assessments; maintain accurate records and prepare detailed progress reports.
• Collaboration: Build respectful relationships with parents and caregivers; collaborate with instructional resource teachers and community members to support students with individualized education plans (IEPs).
• Technology: Utilize modern educational tools and Google Workspace to enhance curriculum delivery and administrative efficiency.

Qualifications

Education & Certification

• Bachelor of Education from a recognized post-secondary institution.
• Valid Newfoundland and Labrador Teaching Certificate (or confirmed eligibility to obtain one).

Mandatory Requirements

• Legal entitlement to work in Canada.
• Provision of a clear Criminal Record Check and Vulnerable Sector Check (current within the last 6 months).

Experience

• Proven experience teaching in a primary or elementary school setting (including practicum experience for recent graduates).
• Experience working in northern, rural, or Indigenous communities is considered a strong asset.

Knowledge and Skills

• Thorough understanding of child development and pedagogical best practices.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound professional judgment.
• Demonstrated cultural competence, including awareness of Innu culture and values; fluency in Innu-Aimun is considered an asset.

Key Competencies

• Integrity and professionalism
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Adaptability and problem-solving
• Cultural awareness and responsiveness
• Organizational and time-management skills

Compensation and Benefits

Relocation and Regional Benefits

• Labrador living allowance
• Relocation allowance of $2,500 provided as a one-time payment
• Annual travel allowance for personal use

Compensation and Benefits

• Competitive salary
• 100% employer-paid premiums for group insurance benefits
• Registered Pension Plan (RPP) with employer matching of up to 5.5% of base salary
• Employer-funded RRSP contributions of 7% of base salary
• Retention bonus for certified teachers, paid in June
• Welcome back bonus for certified teachers, paid in September

Professional Development

• Professional development opportunities
• Tuition assistance may be available for approved programs of study, subject to organizational policy and approval

Work-Life Balance

• Annual fitness and wellness allowance
• Paid personal leave provisions
• Extended office closures during Christmas and Easter