Cultural Educator

1 week ago

Ottawa, Canada Inuuqatigiit Centre for Inuit Children, Youth and Families Full time

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Under the direct supervision of the Manager of Youth Programs, the Cultural Educator plans and delivers culturally based activities for the Educational Hub. The Cultural Educator will assist the Educator and other classroom staff in carrying out education plans.

**KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES**
- Foster knowledge of Inuit culture and language
- Promote cultural safety and relevance throughout all programming
- Encourage and facilitate Inuktitut language development through daily learning
- Collect, develop, and maintain a wide selection of cultural teaching materials and activities for children and parents in collaboration with other Cultural Educators as well as other Inuuqatigiit resources
- Plan and deliver activities that promote Inuit Qaujimajatuqangit, cultural knowledge, traditions and skills, (e.g. qulliq, cultural circles, traditional games, etc.)
- Participate in meetings to share ideas, resources, and activities to promote cultural knowledge
- Identify, engage and schedule culturally appropriate guest speakers, Elders and resource people for the program
- Provide a culturally appropriate program environment for children and parents
- Engage in positive collaboration with other programs and staff in coordinating the effective use of equipment, facilities, and personnel
- Under the guidance of the Educator, recognize and respond to the needs of each child by using positive child guidance
- Produce cultural education programs in English and Inuktitut
- Provide assessments Inuktitut language and programming that can be reflected on students report cards
- Identify and report on concerns, issues and hazards related to the delivery of educational instruction to the Manager of Youth Programs

**WORKING RELATIONSHIPS**
- Develop positive relationships with team members, students, and parents
- Provide leadership in developing Inuit content into classroom instruction
- Provide leadership in promoting and practicing Inuit Qaujimajatuqangit, professional values, and ethics within Inuuqatigiit Centre
- Support the role of Elders and resource people in sharing traditional knowledge

**WORKING CONDITIONS**
- Work regular and consistent weekly hours of work
- Demonstrate stress management when interacting with school children and families
- Ensure personal safety precautions are observed at all times
- Physical ability to access three-story building

**KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS**
- Experience working with Inuit or Indigenous communities
- Knowledge of the needs of Inuit children and families
- Strong knowledge of Inuit Qaujimajatuqangit Principles, culture, language, and community
- Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing in English and Inuktitut and provide minor translation
- Ability to operate computer systems and relevant software

**QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS**
- Secondary School Diploma required; or equivalent
- Inuit descent required
- Post secondary courses in programs such as Early Childhood Development, Education Assistant, or related area an asset
- Minimum of one year experience in a family-oriented program
- Experience working with Inuit or Indigenous communities preferred
- Criminal Reference Check for the Vulnerable Sector Check required, in keeping with Inuuqatigiit policies and procedures
- Medical certification of good health and record of up-to-date immunizations TB Test, if applicable
- COVID-19 vaccine (Dose 1 &2) and booster
- First Aid/CPR Certification (or willingness to become certified)
- Valid driver’s licence an asset

**Job Types**: Full-time, Contract

**Benefits**:

- Casual dress
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision care

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift

Application question(s):

- Inuit descent required.

Work Location: In person

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