Teacher - Elementary

Government of Northwest Territories; Northwest Territories; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A local educational authority in Northwest Territories seeks an Elementary Teacher dedicated to supporting students' cultural heritage. The role involves engaging with students, teaching in multi-grade classes, and promoting language programs. Preference is given to candidates with a Northwest Territories Teaching Certificate and proficiency in Dene Zhatie language. Applicants must be willing to teach a culturally relevant curriculum.

Qualifications

• Must hold or be eligible for a Northwest Territories Professional Teaching Certificate.
• Direct experience with Northwest Territories curricula is preferred.
• Preference given to candidates who identify as Indigenous Dene.

Responsibilities

• Offer a holistic, culturally relevant program for students.
• Teach in multi-grade environments.
• Engage students with their cultural and linguistic heritage.

Skills

Proficiency in speaking Dene Zhatie language

Ability to engage with students and parents

Experience in promoting culturally appropriate activities

Education

Northwest Territories Professional Teaching Certificate

Job description

Dehcho means "big river" - the Dene name for the Mackenzie River. In the Dehcho region, where the Northwest Territories borders British Columbia and the Yukon, you'll find some of the grandest displays of the North's natural beauty.

Here, mountains rise to unclimbable heights, waterfalls roar between colossal canyons, and the big river runs past communities where traditional living remains vibrant and thriving. Big River. Big Mountains. Big Hearts.

Job Information

The Dehcho Divisional Education Council invites applications for the position of Elementary Teacher. Open until filled.

Fort Liard is nicknamed "Tropics of the North" because of its long, warm summers and winter chinooks. It is only 23 km north of the BC/NT border, about two hours north of Fort Nelson, British Columbia, and a short drive along the Alaska Highway to Stone Mountain, Muncho Lake and Liard Hot Springs Provincial Parks.

Echo Dene School is a JK-12 school located on the traditional territory of Acho Dene Koe First Nation and has approximately one hundred twenty students from JK-12.

Dehcho Divisional Education Council invites applications from certified teachers who are dedicated to teaching and have experience and/or interest in the cultural, linguistic and traditional heritage of the Dene. The teacher will offer a holistic, culturally relevant program that supports the language and cultural heritage of the students and addresses the needs of all students who may have learning challenges in multi‑grade classes.

The applicant:

• Must hold or be eligible for a Northwest Territories Professional Teaching Certificate.
• Proficiency in speaking Dene Zhatie language is required.
• Must demonstrate the ability to effectively engage with students and their parents in multi‑grade environments.
• Direct experience with the Northwest Territories curricula is preferred.
• Familiarity with the "Our Languages Curriculum" is an asset.
• Experience in promoting and organizing culturally appropriate activities is highly desirable.
• The ability to teach additional courses from JK‑12 would be considered an asset.
• Preference will be given to candidates who identify as Indigenous Dene.

GNWT Inquiries

Application Procedure:

1. Interested applicants will submit a cover letter and resume, with permission to contact three recent supervisory references to [e-mail].
2. After the interview stage, current and previous employers will be contacted for references.
3. Open until filled.

Indigenous Employment Policy:
Candidates must clearly identify their eligibility in order to receive priority consideration under the Indigenous Employment Policy. A criminal/vulnerable record check is prerequisite to employment. Only those chosen for an interview will be contacted.

For more information please contact:
Paula Chin
Principal
Echo Dene School
Telephone: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]