Middle Years School Teacher

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 company’s registered pension plan. In addition to following the provincial teacher's 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 well-being.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 social-emotional, 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, school-based staff, students, parents and community.
• Maintain confidentiality of students and other professional informationQualifications :
• Bachelor’s 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 AuthorityAttention : Human Resources Department153 South Industrial DrivePrince Albert, SK S6V 7L7