Part-time Teacher

Job Title: Teacher

Location : Timmins

SUMMARY:

The Teacher, an educational support provider at Wakenagun Youth Healing Lodge is responsible to support Grade 6 and above students providing targeted instruction and tracking progress. It focuses on fostering academic growth, emotional well-being, and resilience, while collaborating with counselors, families, and staff. Experience with First Nation communities and a passion for students' success are key skills that lead to success in the role.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Work in collaboration with Wakenagun Youth Healing Lodgeto provide educational support to Grade 6 and above students, fostering academic growth and personal development while encouraging personal growth and well-being.
• Understand and support individualized education plans by assisting with unique learning needs and goals.
• Provide one-on-one and small group teaching in key academic areas such as reading, writing, verbal communication, and mathematics, tailored to meet the varying levels of the students.
• Conduct ongoing assessments to track student progress in academic achievement, mental health, and well-being, adjusting lesson plans as necessary.
• Collaborate with counselors, therapists, families, and school staff to ensure a coordinated approach to each student's educational journey.
• Create a supportive and non-judgmental atmosphere, empowering students to take risks in their learning while providing the necessary care and guidance helping students build confidence, resilience, and emotional stability.
• Monitor homework and tasks to assess and improve students' comprehension and skills.
• All other duties as assigned.

ACCOUNTABILITY:

The Teacher is supervised by and accountable to the Treatment Services Manager, with ultimate accountability to the Director of Treatment Services for overall performance.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Excellent critical thinking skills with the ability to answer difficult questions, solve conflicts.
• Passionate about engaging students and making learning enjoyable.
• Strong emotional and cultural Intelligence when handling sensitive issues, always maintaining strict confidentiality.
• Experience and knowledge working with First Nation communities.
• Ability to provide clear criminal records check with Vulnerable Sectors Screen upon hire.
• Fluency in an Anishinaabe dialect (Cree, Ojibway or Oji-Cree) is preferred.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor's degree in teaching or relevant field.
• 3+ years experience as a teacher.
• Experience in working with Indigenous people, families, and communities
• Must be in Good Standing with the Ontario College of Teachers.

Job Types: Part-time, Permanent

Pay: $35.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Flexible schedule
• On-site parking

Education:

• Bachelor's Degree (preferred)

Experience:

• Teaching: 2 years (preferred)

Work Location: In person