INDIGENOUS LANGUAGE TEACHER

TN3 Teacher, Institutional 3
Regular/full-time
Manitoba Justice
Correctional Services Division, Manitoba Youth Centre
Winnipeg MB
Advertisement Number: 44356
Salary(s): TN3 $3,113.88 - $3,976.63 bi-weekly
Closing Date: July 21, 2025
The Manitoba government recognizes the importance of building an exemplary public service reflective of the citizens it serves, where diverse abilities, backgrounds, cultures, identities, languages and perspectives drives a high standard of service and innovation. The Manitoba government supports equitable employment practices and promotes representation of designated groups (women, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities, visible minorities).
This competition is designated for Indigenous people. Only applicants who self-declare at the time of application will be eligible for further consideration.
An eligibility list may be created for similar positions and will remain in effect for 12 months.
The Manitoba Youth Centre (MYC) is currently searching for a highly motivated Indigenous Language Teacher to join their team. If you are looking for a rewarding and exciting career, this is a great opportunity to join our team. The Manitoba government has a comprehensive compensation and benefits package which includes extended health, health spending, dental, vision, long term disability, supportive employment, sick leave, paid vacation, maternity/paternity leave, family related leave, and a defined pension plan. The Manitoba government also provides ongoing professional and educational development for its employees. To be considered for this competition you must submit an application form. See below for further instructions.

Conditions of Employment:

• Must be legally entitled to work in Canada
• Must provide and maintain a satisfactory Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Search
• Must provide and maintain satisfactory Child Abuse and Adult Abuse Registry Checks
• Must be able to provide a satisfactory Enhanced Security Screening Level 4
• Must be willing and able to work in various settings including indoor and outdoor environments
• Must provide and maintain a full class 5 Manitoba Driver’s License

Qualifications:

Essential:

• Experience with planning and implementing positive social experiences and opportunities, which facilitate an understanding of a variety of Indigenous languages and cultures
• Ability to design, develop and facilitate an integrated culture and language program while working cooperatively with staff and volunteers nurturing understanding and promotion of Indigenous language and culture for youth and staff
• Experience working in collaboration and committed to working with Indigenous communities and Indigenous Traditional Ceremony Provider’s both internal and external.
• Proficient in one or more indigenous languages is required. Including fluency in both written and oral
• An understanding of the unique dynamics that exist within the First Nations, Inuit, and Métis cultures
• Extensive knowledge of the history and culture of Indigenous Peoples including First Nation, Métis and Inuit. Including the Truth and Reconciliation calls to action
• Excellent motivational skills
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Effective problem solving and decision-making skills

Desired:

• Successful completion of one (or more) courses related to the education of special adults, or an equivalent combination of education and related experience may be considered
• Prior teaching or related work experience with youth in a special education and multi-grade setting
• Special Education Certificate
• Bachelor’s degree in Indigenous Studies and/or a certificate in Teaching Indigenous Language for Vitality
• Knowledge of justice system
• Experience teaching in Indigenous Communities

Duties:
Functioning as a member of a multi-disciplinary team, the teacher provides education programs and intervention inputs required to prepare youth sentenced under The Youth Criminal Justice Act for successful integration into the community. The Indigenous Language Teacher will be part of a growing team. You will collaborate with Indigenous Traditional Ceremony Provider’s, Occupational Therapists and Mental Health team including agencies to determine how they can best support the sharing of Indigenous Language, traditional values, knowledge, ceremonies, traditions, and practices. You will be working with youth in custody and lead the Indigenous language program. This includes assessment of learning needs and styles, development and implementation of relevant programs, use of computers to individualize programs and ongoing evaluation/reporting of student progress while meeting proper and accepted reporting and documentation guidelines within expected time frames. You will involve students in the development of individualized programs that teach to their strengths and interests, as related to Indigenous language instruction. You will promote personally and socially responsible choices and decision-making skills, use group dynamics, structured learning strategies, cognitive restructuring and relapse prevention in meeting the risk and needs of the youth residing at the Manitoba Youth Centre. The school year at Manitoba Youth Centre runs similar to that of the public school system.

Please refer the Job description for details