Middle Years School Teacher

The Athabasca Denesuline Education Authority (ADEA) is seeking three competent confident

motivated individuals to fill the positions of three Middle Years School Teachers (Gr 69) at Father

Gamache Memorial School located in Fond Du Lac Saskatchewan. In this role you will provide

strong interpersonal skills commitment to learning and teaching in projectbased ways and

provide an enthusiastic learning environment for students.

The ADEA is a First Nation Education Authority serving the three Denesuline First Nations

communities in northern Saskatchewan; Black Lake First Nation Hatchet Lake First Nation and

Fond Du Lac First Nation. The Authority serves a total student population of approximately 1400

students. The Authority is working toward improved educational outcomes by utilizing the latest

technology progressively piloting programs and integrating Denesuline culture into the classroom

and school curriculum.

This competition is open to all applicants who reside in Canada; and preference will be given to

First Nation or other Indigenous applicants who possess the qualifications knowledge and skills

to meet the minimum suitability requirements as stated for the position.

What We Offer:

We offer an exciting opportunity for you to teach. The successful candidate will be supported by

local and central office staff and have access to a great benefit program. The benefits we offer

include group insurance (vision dental life insurance and other health benefits such as

chiropractor and massage therapy) and the companys registered pension plan. In addition to

following the provincial teachers salary grid we provide subsidized housing and a northern

allowance. You will be surrounded by leaders and colleagues that want the best for each student

in their learning and wellbeing.

Key Accountabilities and Responsibilities:

Be aware of any allergies a student may have.

Establish clear instructional direction to support a positive learning climate in the context

of the Denesuline culture and language.

Offer students the opportunity to interact with peers and learn social skills learn school

routines and build a strong foundation for further success in school.

Required to plan and organize materials ahead of time so when the student arrive the

room and the Educators are ready to engage with student.

Provide positive ways for family engagement for learning success and provide a

welcoming space that draws parents into the classroom.

Assess and document student learning daily.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities:

Must be patient flexible observant and passionate.

Must have communications skills such as: verbal and nonverbal active listening and

empathy.

Must have strong understanding of Effective Practices Policies and Guidelines and

Saskatchewan Curriculum.

To follow the provincial Ministry of Education curricula and focuses on holistic child

development including the socialemotional physical intellectual and spiritual domains.

Actively engage with families children and community members to understand their

backgrounds and experiences to support an equitable and inclusive school environment.

Ability to work effectively with administrators colleagues central office schoolbased

staff students parents and community.

Maintain confidentiality of students and other professional information

Qualifications:

Bachelors Degree in Education or equivalent.

Must be eligible for or posses a valid Saskatchewan Teaching Certificate.

Experience in teaching First Nations students at a remote community would be an asset.

First Aid Certification would be an asset

Related training or experience in the field of education would be a definite asset.

If you are interested in applying for the above position please submit your resume along with a

cover letter references and a most recent Criminal Police Record Check and a Child Vulnerable

Sector Check to:

Athabasca Denesuline Education Authority

Attention: Human Resources Department

153 South Industrial Drive

Prince Albert SK S6V 7L7

Phone: (306)

Email:

OR through the BambooHR Website: those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted further.