Piapot First Nation is seeking a Grade 8–9 (Middle Years) Teacher for Chief Payepot School, located on the beautiful Piapot Cree Nation.
Chief Payepot School is committed to providing a safe, inclusive, and high-quality education grounded in Cree language, culture, and traditions. This full-time term position is an exciting opportunity to support middle years students while helping foster a respectful and culturally enriched learning environment.
The successful candidate will deliver engaging, developmentally appropriate, and culturally responsive instruction while supporting students’ academic, social, emotional, and cultural growth.
JOB SUMMARY
Chief Payepot School is seeking an enthusiastic and experienced Grade 8–9 (Middle Years) Teacher to join our instructional team. The successful candidate will deliver engaging, developmentally appropriate, and culturally responsive instruction for middle years learners, support students’ academic and social‑emotional development, and collaborate with staff, families, and Elders to create a respectful, culturally enriched learning environment that reflects the values and traditions of Payepot Cree Nation.
Key Responsibilities
- Plan and deliver high‑quality, culturally responsive instruction for Grade 8 and Grade 9 across assigned subject areas (e.g., language arts, mathematics, science, social studies).
- Integrate Cree language, culture, and traditions into curriculum, classroom practice, and school activities.
- Promote a positive classroom and school climate focused on student engagement, respect, inclusion, and holistic development.
- Use fair, restorative, and trauma‑informed approaches to address student behaviour and support well‑being.
- Assess student learning regularly, maintain accurate records, and communicate progress with students, families, and caregivers.
- Collaborate with colleagues, school leadership, Elders, and community partners on programming, transitions, and student supports.
- Participate in professional development, teacher supervision, staff meetings, and school events.
- Contribute to school safety, routines, scheduling, and policy implementation as required.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Education (B.Ed.)
- Valid teaching certificate and any relevant specialized qualifications an asset.
- Experience teaching middle years students (Grades 8–9) and implementing engaging, age‑appropriate instructional strategies.
- Strong understanding of and respect for Indigenous cultures, languages, and traditions, preferably with experience in Indigenous or rural community contexts.
- Excellent communication, classroom management, planning, and collaborative skills.
- Commitment to equity, inclusion, and the holistic academic, cultural, and emotional development of students.
DEADLINE: Friday, June 5, 2026 @ 4:30 PM
If you are interested in applying for this position, please send cover letter detailing your qualifications with your resume and three current work-related references to:
EMAIL: hr@piapotnation.com
Attention: Human Resources Piapot First Nation
General Delivery, Zehner, SK S0G 1K0