Teacher

wakenagun youth healing lodge; Timmins; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A youth support organization in Timmins, Ontario, seeks a Teacher to support Grade 6 and above students. The role emphasizes academic growth, emotional well-being, and resilience through one-on-one and small group instruction. Candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree and experience working with First Nation communities. Fluency in an Anishinaabe dialect is preferred. This position requires a caring approach to foster personal growth and learning confidence.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience as a teacher.
• Experience working with First Nation communities.
• Must provide a clear criminal records check with Vulnerable Sectors Screen.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with educators to provide educational support.
• Support individualized education plans.
• Assess progress in academic achievement and mental health.
• Create a supportive atmosphere for learning.

Skills

Critical thinking

Emotional intelligence

Cultural competency

Engagement skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in teaching or relevant field

Job description

The Teacher, an educational support provider at Wakenagun Youth Healing Lodge is responsible to support Grade 6 and above students providing targeted instruction and tracking progress. It focuses on fostering academic growth, emotional well-being, and resilience, while collaborating with counselors, families, and staff. Experience with First Nation communities and a passion for students’ success are key skills that lead to success in the role.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Work in collaboration with Wakenagun Youth Healing Lodgeto provide educational support to Grade 6 and above students, fostering academic growth and personal development while encouraging personal growth and well-being.
• Understand and support individualized education plans by assisting with unique learning needs and goals.
• Provide one-on-one and small group teaching in key academic areas such as reading, writing, verbal communication, and mathematics, tailored to meet the varying levels of the students.
• Conduct ongoing assessments to track student progress in academic achievement, mental health, and well-being, adjusting lesson plans as necessary.
• Collaborate with counselors, therapists, families, and school staff to ensure a coordinated approach to each student's educational journey.
• Create a supportive and non-judgmental atmosphere, empowering students to take risks in their learning while providing the necessary care and guidance helping students build confidence, resilience, and emotional stability.
• Monitor homework and tasks to assess and improve students' comprehension and skills.
• All other duties as assigned.

ACCOUNTABILITY

The Teacher is supervised by and accountable to the Treatment Services Manager, with ultimate accountability to the Director of Treatment Services for overall performance.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Excellent critical thinking skills with the ability to answer difficult questions, solve conflicts.
• Passionate about engaging students and making learning enjoyable.
• Strong emotional and cultural Intelligence when handling sensitive issues, always maintaining strict confidentiality.
• Experience and knowledge working with First Nation communities.
• Ability to provide clear criminal records check with Vulnerable Sectors Screen upon hire.
• Fluency in an Anishinaabe dialect (Cree, Ojibway or Oji-Cree) is preferred.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree in teaching or relevant field.
• 3+ years experience as a teacher.
• Experience in working with Indigenous people, families, and communities
• Must be in Good Standing with the Ontario College of Teachers.