The Athabasca Denesuline Education Authority (ADEA) is seeking two competent, confident,
motivated individuals to fill the positions of two Elementary School Teachers (Gr 1-5) 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 project-based 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
1,400 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 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 children 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 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.
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 for the
younger grades: 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 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, schoolbased staff, students, parents and community.
• Maintain confidentiality of students and other professional information
Qualifications:
• 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 Authority
Attention: Human Resources Department
153 South Industrial Drive
Prince Albert, SK S6V 7L7
Phone: (306) 922-9830
Email: hrs@adeask.ca
OR through the BambooHR Website: https://adeask.bamboohr.com/careers
Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted further.