Grade 8 Teacher - AHTAHKAKOHP

GRADE 8 TEACHER – AHTAHKAKOHP
Chief Ahtahkakohp School is a Pre-k to grade 12 educational institution located on the Ahtahkakohp Cree Nation in north central Saskatchewan (Canwood, SK).

The Ahtahkakohp Cree Nation is seeking a highly motivated, dynamic individual to fill the full-time position of a Grade 8 Teacher.

Duties and Responsibilities

· Nurture, support and guide young learners

· Prepare engaging lessons and interactive learning activities/materials

· Conduct formal and informal assessment of students

· Incorporate appropriate technology and media in lesson planning

· Facilitate learning activities both within the classroom setting and outdoors

· Participate in co-curricular school activities

· Promote a maintain high standards of behavior, respect and safety within the class-room

· Support families with open, ongoing communication

· Participate in professional development

· Prepare course timelines and materials such as syllabi, homework assignments and handouts

· Prepare lesson plans with clear objectives that follow SK curriculum standards

· Use information in Individualized Education Programs (IEP’s) to strategically adapt instructional materials

· Work collaboratively with specialist and homeroom teachers to support the development of integrated lessons and units

· Present materials in logical manner and in appropriate qualities

· Maintain appropriate standards of behavior, mutual respect, and safety within classroom

· Uphold Ahtahkakohp Code of Conduct, provide appropriate consequences and contact homeroom teachers/parents when required

· Initiate, facilitate, and moderate classroom discussions

· Incorporate appropriate technology and media in lesson planning

· Formal and informal ongoing assessment of students, including report cards, progress reports and marking

· Develop a positive, safe culture through actions and words

· Integrate social responsibility and kindness into daily teaching and routines

· Be available to students outside of class time

Position Qualifications

· Possess or be in application of a valid SK Teaching Certificate

· Possess a Bachelor’s degree or higher qualification in education

· Understands and uses current literacy practices and teaching strategies

· Models a strong work ethic as well as high standards of commitment

· Must have an awareness and appreciation of Native culture

· Fosters school mission, values and sense of community through student-centered decisions

· Effectively communicates with staff, parents and students

· Maintains professionalism through all school interactions and activities

· Collaborates with colleagues in Junior and Senior School positions

Values continual growth and development of school programs and curriculum