At a Glance
- Tasks: Teach traditional skills and cultural knowledge to students while fostering pride and respect.
- Company: Nitelazetue Elementary School in La Loche, committed to cultural education.
- Benefits: Competitive hourly wage of $27.80 - $32.52 based on experience.
- Other info: Join a supportive community focused on equity and representation.
- Why this job: Make a meaningful impact by preserving and sharing Indigenous culture with the next generation.
- Qualifications: Experience in teaching or cultural knowledge, especially related to First Nations and Métis traditions.
The predicted salary is between 32.52 - 32.52 $ per hour.
- Traditional Knowledge Keeper - Nitelazetue Elementary School - La Loche Job ID: 1031
- Position Type: School Based Support - Cultural/ Elder - Knowledge Keeper
- Location: La Loche - Nitelazetue Elementary School
FTE: Full time
Term of Employment: Continuing
Salary and Benefits: $27.80 - $32.52 per hour -According to education and experience.
Qualifications and Responsibilities
- Helping to foster an atmosphere and environment of pride, respect, and trust.
- Assisting with the preservation of traditional knowledge and oral tradition.
- Assisting classroom teachers with First Nations and Metis knowledge, language, and traditional skills.
- Teaching traditional and cultural skills such as trapping, fishing, beading, storytelling, and smudging.
- Teaching cultural life skills to promote mastery, generosity, independence, and belonging.
- Meeting with at-risk youths.
- Assisting with parent support groups.
For more information on the school and community, please contact the Superintendent of Education, Jackie Durocher at 306-288-2310, or the Principal, Leanne Gailey at 306-822-2024, or visit our website at nlsd113. ca .
We wish to thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those applicants shortlisted for interviews will be contacted.
Please note that present and past employers may be contacted.
NLSD is committed to employment equity and building a representative workforce.
Applications are encouraged from members of equity-seeking groups, including Indigenous Peoples (First Nations, Métis, and Inuit), persons with disabilities, visible minorities, and women in underrepresented occupations.
Qualified Indigenous candidates may be given preference in accordance with the Division's Employment Equity procedures and objectives.
Traditional Knowledge Keeper – La Loche employer: Northern Lights School Division No
Ben McIntyre School in Uranium City offers a unique opportunity for educators to make a meaningful impact in a vibrant community. With a strong commitment to inclusive education and cultural awareness, the school fosters a collaborative work environment that encourages professional growth and development. Employees benefit from a supportive atmosphere that values local cultures and histories, making it an excellent place for passionate educators to thrive.
Contact Details:
Northern Lights School Division No Recruitment Team
