Nehiyaw Pimatisiwin Cree Language and Culture

3 weeks ago


Edmonton, Canada Edmonton Catholic Schools Full time
Edmonton Catholic Schools, one of Alberta's top 80 employers, offers Cree programs to serve the educational needs of our students. We have teaching opportunities across all grade levels throughout the city with the aim to provide Cree Language and Culture education to our students.

With the support of a Cree language consultant, our teachers offer practical strategies for building Indigenous perspectives into the curriculum; have demonstrated approaches for teaching Indigenous learners; and are committed to building connections with Elders, Indigenous families, cultural instructors, and communities for a culturally relevant education.

To learn more about our Indigenous Learning Services department, click here.

The Division serves the educational needs of over 44,000 students through a faith-based learning environment with 5,000+ employees in 96 schools and other sites. School programming has grown from one program in one school to six Division sites offering a Nehiyaw Pimatisiwin Cree Language and Culture program. Our Division also boasts First Nation Métis and Inuit (FNMI) Graduation Coaches who deliver the Braided Journeys Program at 15 schools, along with Truth and Reconciliation Lead Teachers at every school. This work happens because of the commitment to serving students that exists at all levels of our Division.

Edmonton Catholic Schools invites applications for Cree teaching positions. Candidates must be fluently bilingual in four language domains - reading, writing, listening, and speaking. Please include the following documentation in your application:

Resume and Cover Letter (If applying as a French Immersion candidate, please provide a cover letter written in French)

Two (2) Most Recent Summative Teaching Evaluations (contract position evaluations, practicum evaluations, or reference letters from recent substitute positions)

Faith Formation Plan (Click link to complete document)

Two (2) Professional References Letters (dated within the last two years)

Baptism Certificate (if applicable)

Please note Edmonton Catholic Schools only considers non-Catholic applicants in the following specialized areas:

Language Programs: Spanish, French, Ukrainian, and Cree

CTS: Construction/Fabrication, Foods/Fashion, Cosmetology

Elementary and Secondary Music

High School Diploma Level Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics

Lived Indigenous Experiences

Thank you for your interest. All applicants will receive a response.

Edmonton Catholic Schools is committed to maintaining a respectful and Inclusive workplace that welcomes and values candidates from diverse backgrounds.



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