Job Order Detail

Description

Qualifications:

- Strong oral and written communication and organization skills.
- Speaking Cree would be considered an asset.
- Ability to work with all school staff, children, youth, caregivers, Elders, Knowledge Keepers, and community members in a positive manner.
- Experience in working with First Nations schools and communities.
- First-hand experience facilitating land-based learning.
- Willing to work flexible hours.
- Valid drivers license and reliable vehicle.

The successful candidate will:

- Support school and community by sharing, supporting, and promoting land-based knowledge.
- Work with the principal, teachers, parents, Elders, and community members as a team in implementing and coordinating all aspects of language and land-based education.
- Assist in developing a positive, caring, and supportive culture and climate which closely aligns to the teachings of our Elders and implement the TRCs Calls to Action by prioritizing and revitalizing Indigenous languages and culture.
- Identify and establish partnerships with Elders, Knowledge Keepers, and community agencies to develop and coordinate opportunities for staff and students to partake in Land Language and Cultural activities.

For more information on the school and community, please contact the Superintendent of Education, Meghan Beaven, at 306-425-3302, or the Principal, Marlina Ballantyne, at 306-425-2997, or visit our website at nlsd113.ca.

We wish to thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those applicants shortlisted for interviews will be contacted. Please note that present and past employers may be contacted.

We welcome diversity and encourage all qualified candidates to apply; however, in accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority.