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Description

1  Temporary Full Time
(February 27, 2018  November 27, 2018)
  ABORIGINAL HEADSTART INSTRUCTOR
CLOSED COMPETITION
For the Community of Sucker River

Lac La Ronge Indian Band Health Services Department is now inviting applications for (1) one Temporary Full Time, Aboriginal Head Start Instructor for the community of Sucker River, under the supervision of the Aboriginal Head Start Coordinator. The successful candidate will be required to plan, organize and instruct the Aboriginal Head Start curriculum and be responsible for providing parent supportive services by liaising with families.

Duties:
    Plan, organize and instruct Head Start Program curriculum;
    Ensure that the Head Start Program meets health and safety standards;
    Maintain positive public relations with clients; Work effectively with the health care team;
    Carry out health promotion programs, community education events and planning individual and/or group workshops for families with children age 0  5 years;
    In-home visiting with families who have children age 0  5 years;
    Act as interpreter or escort for Cree speaking clients; Advocate and act as a liaison for families;
    Other duties as assigned by supervisor;

Qualifications:
    Minimum Grade 12 or equivalent;
    Preferred Orientation to Head Start Certificate or Early Childhood Education Certificate;
    Valid First Aid/CPR, WHIMIS and Food Safety Handles Certificate is an asset;
    Basic computer skills with knowledge of Microsoft Office Programs;
    Personal experience as parent or caregiver of infants &/or young children;
    Ability to speak/understand Cree and/or knowledge of Cree Culture is an asset;
    Criminal Record/Child Abuse Record Checks & Drivers Abstract is required upon hire;
    Excellent verbal, written communication and public relations skills;
    Satisfactory Criminal Record, Vulnerable Sector Check  & Drivers Abstract;
    Must have a valid driverss license;