SERPENT RIVER FIRST NATION

195 Village Road Telephone: (705) 844-2418

Cutler ONTARIO P0P 1B0Facsimile: (705) 844-2757

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

OJIBWAY LANGUAGE PROGRAM INSTRUCTOR/COORDINATOR

Contract Position 8 months (possible extension)

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Serpent River First Nation invites applications for the position of Ojibway Language Program Instructor/Coordinator. Reporting to the Director of Operations, the Language Program Instructor/Coordinator is primarily responsible for mobilizing Ojibway Language revitalization, retention, preservation, and oversight. To assist in creating, developing, and implementing program curriculum, as well as instructAnishinaabemowin Language.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience Requirements:

  • Anishinaabemowin Language Teaching Certificate required. Secondary School Diploma/GED preferred.
  • Fluent in Anishinaabemowin
  • Experience in teaching adult learners

Knowledge Requirements

  • Knowledge and understanding of Anishnawbek culture, traditions, and customs
  • Knowledge and understanding of community inclusion
  • Knowledge and understanding of community development and comprehensive strategy development

Special Skills and Abilities:

  • Strong leadership and Coordination Skills
  • Create language resources to aid language instruction
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
  • Strong organizational and administrative skills
  • High level of initiative and self-direction
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities
  • Ability to work in a team environment
  • Ability to meet deadlines

Other Requirements:

  • Must have a valid Ontario Class “G” License, access to an vehicle
  • Must be able to work flexible hours.

Full Job Description Available Upon Request

Closing Date: Friday, September 22, 2017 @ 3:00 p.m.

Interested candidates can submit their resume, proof of education, three (3) work-related references with current contact information, and a covering letter to:

Director of Operations

Serpent River First Nation

195 Village Road, Cutler, Ontario P0P 1B0

Fax #: (705) 844-2757

Email:

Salary will be based on qualifications and experience. All new employees must obtain a criminal records check prior to commencing employment. We thank all applicants however only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Applicants of aboriginal descent will be given preference.

Our VisionSerpent River First Nation will have self-sufficient people within a community of caring and compassionate families.

Our MissionSerpent River First Nation will use all available financial, human, natural, technological and cultural resources to achieve self-sufficiency through the efforts of all Community Members. Our strong and unique cultural and spiritual identity will drive us to ensure a healthy community that is safe and secure for all generations.