Teacher

at  Walpole Island First Nation

TEACHER ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree with teaching credentials.
• Member in good standing with the Ontario College of Teachers.
• Computer literate.
• Ability to set priorities, manage time, work under pressure, meet deadlines, and maintain confidentiality.
• Demonstrate strong and effective interpersonal communication skills.
• Dedication to the continued development of the Elementary Program
• Anishinabek language and cultural skills or willingness to learn.
• Recent criminal reference check.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience working with First Nations and/or Walpole Island First Nation community.
• At least 2 years of teaching experience.

• Ensure that “teaching” is the first and most important goal.
• Maintain consistent disciplinary practices in the classroom and on school premises according to school policy.
• Ensure that all reasonable safety procedures are carried out in the courses and activities for which the teacher is responsible.
• Provide reports of student progress to parents as required.
• Encourage students to reach their highest level of development by taking into account individual needs, interests, and abilities.
• Unless otherwise assigned by the supervisor, be present in the classroom or teaching area and ensure that the classroom or teaching area is ready for the reception of pupils at least fifteen minutes before the commencement of classes.
• Assist each student in developing a positive self-image, a sense of belonging, and a positive attitude to his/her school experience.
• Be sensitive toward, and make a sincere attempt to promote Native culture, values, and language.
• Provide student information and progress reports as required by the supervisor.
• Provide appropriate learning materials for students on Home Study, Home Schooling programs, or extended absences.
• Provide homework assignments to reinforce students’ learning.
• Cooperate with staff and appropriate consultants in curriculum development.
• Prepare evaluation strategies that reflect learner goals and objectives for program and student progress as part of lesson plans.
• Administer tests during school-wide testing days.
• Prepare for use in the teacher class or classes such as teaching plans (daily and long-range) and outlines as required by the supervisor and submit the plans and outlines to the supervisor on request.
• Prepare appropriate lesson plans in case of absence.
• Maintain daily attendance records.
• Become involved in extra-curricular activities by academic policy.
• Actively participate in Professional Activity Day (P.A. Day) presentations.
• Provide on-the-job training for Co-op Students, Student Teachers, Teacher Assistants, and Community Members when necessary.
• Participate in all academic staff meetings and other meetings as required.
• Demonstrate flexibility, a positive professional attitude, and rapport when working with students, parents/guardians, and colleagues.
• Provide appropriate comments on performance appraisals of staff under their direction.
• Provide supervision and direction to relevant staff.
• Perform additional related duties as required.