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CREE LANGUAGE INSTRUCTOR
As an instructor of the SIMFC Cree Y Dialect Community Language Program, you will report to and assist the Community Programs Coordinator in delivering sessions that combine Nhiyawwin (Cree) and cultural teachings to the community of Saskatoon.
The position will be a term from November 3 March 31, 2015. Salary will be based on pay of $30/hr which will begin as part time in the first term and full time in the 2nd term. Part time beginning on November 3, 2014 at 21.5 hours a week. Full time Beginning on January 2, 2015 at 35 hours a week.
Qualifications:
Teaching certificate, University Degree or Bachelor of Education is preferred. Relevant combination of work and experience will also be considered
Experience teaching cultural activities
Understanding of Saskatoons Aboriginal Community
A valid drivers license and access to a vehicle
Preference will be given to Aboriginal Candidates (Please self identify)
Ability to work weeknight evenings
Roles and Responsibilities:
Pre-project co-ordination by consulting resources and curriculum with Saskatchewan Indian Cultural Centre (SICC) and Saskatchewan Aboriginal Literacy Network (SALN)
Lesson Planning by creating a two term plan for language outcomes, assessments, activities and acquisition of materials for lessons and resources
Mid-term project coordination, performing assessments and preparations for term two
Implementation by instructing up to 7 sessions a week to community members held at accessible locations within the City of Saskatoon.
Progress reporting, Creating and maintaining records of participants and lesson plans, qualitative and quantitative assessments and instructor evaluation for final report.
Essential Skills
- Job task planning and organizing
- Computer use
Transportation/Travel Information
- Own transportation
- Own vehicle
- Travel expenses paid by employer
Additional Skills
- Use audio-visual equipment
- Prepare reports
Specific Skills
- Prepare, administer and mark tests and papers to evaluate students' progress
- Prepare teaching materials and outlines for courses
- Deliver lectures and presentations
- Conduct course and program evaluation or review
Teaching Format
- Classroom
Ability to Supervise
- More than 20 people
- Working groups
Work Location Information
- Urban area
Security and Safety
- Criminal record check (abstract)
Area of Instruction
- Linguistics
- Education
Teaching Audience
- Children
- youth
- Adult
- First Nations students
- College/University students