Pre-Kindergarten Teacher
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PreKindergarten Teacher (Full Time Position)
The Athabasca Denesuline Education Authority (ADEA) is seeking a competent confident
motivated individual to fill the position of PreKindergarten Teacher 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 allergys children may have.
Establish clear instructional direction to support a positive learning climate in the
context of the Denesuline culture and language.
Offer children the opportunity to interact with peers and learn social skills learn school
routines and build a strong foundation for further success in school.
Plan and organize materials ahead of time so when the children arrive the room and the
Educators are ready to engage with children.
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.
Assist children with selfcare (i.e. dressing diapering feeding)
Cleaning protocols such as: all centre and tabletop materials that are reusable are to be
cleaned following the covid protocols and all dishes and utensils are to be washed and
sanitized before leaving school for the day.
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 the following programs and assessments: Play and
Exploration: Early Learning Program Guide; Early Years Evaluation (EYE);
Prekindergarten Essentials: Effective Practices Policies and Guidelines; 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 Early Childhood Education or a recognized postsecondary Diploma as a Kindergarten Teacher
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.
Employment Type
Full-Time
