Piapot First Nation is seeking a Performing Arts & Theatre 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 inspire creativity, confidence, storytelling, and cultural expression through the performing arts.
The successful candidate will lead engaging and culturally responsive performing arts programming while supporting student growth through theatre, drama, movement, storytelling, and performance.
JOB SUMMARY
Chief Payepot School is seeking an enthusiastic and experienced Performing Arts & Theatre Teacher to develop and deliver dynamic, culturally responsive performing arts programming across grade levels. The successful candidate will lead theatre, drama, music‑theatre, and performance projects that promote creative expression, cultural knowledge, and student engagement, and will collaborate with staff, Elders, and community partners to integrate Cree culture and language into the arts program.
Key Responsibilities
- Plan and deliver high‑quality, developmentally appropriate performing arts and theatre instruction for PreK–12 students, including drama, storytelling, movement, voice, and production skills.
- Design and implement performances, school productions, and community showcases that highlight student learning and Cree cultural expression.
- Integrate Cree language, stories, songs, and cultural practices into curriculum and performances in collaboration with Elders and community knowledge keepers.
- Encourage inclusive participation, positive classroom climate, and student confidence through creative risk‑taking and restorative behaviour practices.
- Assess student learning in the arts, maintain records, and communicate progress to students, families, and school leadership.
- Collaborate with classroom teachers to support cross‑curricular projects and incorporate the arts into broader learning goals.
- Manage production logistics including rehearsal schedules, set/costume coordination, technical needs, and safe use of equipment and spaces.
- Participate in professional development, staff meetings, and school events; support school safety, routines, and policy implementation.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Education with specialization in Performing Arts, Drama, Music Theatre, Fine Arts, or equivalent; relevant certifications or diplomas considered.
- Valid teaching certificate and experience teaching performing arts or theatre across age groups, preferably in PreK–12 settings.
- Experience directing school productions, leading performance projects, and managing basic technical/production elements.
- Strong understanding of and respect for Indigenous cultures, languages, and traditions, with experience integrating cultural content into arts programming preferred.
- Excellent communication, classroom and rehearsal management, creative planning, and collaborative skills.
- Commitment to equity, inclusion, and the holistic development of students through the arts.
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