Vice Principal / Learning Support Teacher – SRS, Hall Lake

The Lac La Ronge Indian Band’s Education Department is now accepting applications for the - school year to fill the following full-time term position based out of Sally Ross School in Hall Lake, SK :

Vice Principal / Learning Support Teacher

The Vice Principal will work collaboratively with the Principal and assist in the overall administration and operation of the school; and, in the absence of the Principal, assume the duties and responsibilities of the position. The position will consist of an approximate half-time between Administration and Learning Support Teacher duties.

The suitable candidates will be able to perform the following duties :

• Use appropriate teaching aides and techniques, in order to meet basic Saskatchewan curriculum standards;
• Use a variety of instructional strategies to meet individual needs of students;
• Attend staff / community / School Committee / parent-teacher meetings and in-service workshops to develop a greater understanding of community aspirations and improvement of personal teaching competencies;
• Develops the Individual Education Plans (IEPs) for special need students in consultation with teachers and collaborates with teachers and EAs for the delivery of IEPs
• Work collaboratively with school staff, parents / guardians, learning support coordinator and consultants.
• Provide direct services and resource support to designated students, as needed.
• Completes the referral process for those students requiring outside professional services once the process is initiated by the teacher
• Participate in operation of the school extracurricular program.

The suitable candidates will possess the following qualifications :

• Bachelor of Education degree and a Saskatchewan Professional A teaching certificate, however candidates with or currently seeking a Master’s Degree or Post-Graduate training will be given preference;
• Previous experience with administration of a First Nation school would be an asset;
• Some experience with budget control, school policies, student safety standards & H.R. management.
• Strong team player with a commitment to work with community members, education board, and administration team;
• High level of interpersonal skills with an ability to resolve conflicts objectively and with understanding;
• High level of written and communication skills
• Solid work ethic and flexibility with the occasion arises;
• Possess an appreciation for the desires and aspirations of First Nation people and empathy for First Nation children
• Must be willing to do home visits and address and support attendance needs
• Knowledge of the Early Years Evaluation (EYE) would be an asset;
• Valid Class 5 Driver’s License;
• Must be able to provide a satisfactory Driver’s Abstract, Criminal Record Check / Vulnerable Sector Screening;
• Must be able to provide verification of previous teaching experience (if applicable);

Date of Posting : April 17, Deadline : Until Suitable Candidate Is Found