Cultural Language Instructor

Sturgeon Lake School is seeking a Full-time Cultural Language Instructor to join the team for the remainder of the 2025-2026 academic year. The preferred candidate will be fluent in both English and Cree, demonstrating strong writing and speaking abilities. This role will follow the school’s curriculum while offering a level of autonomy in its implementation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Work alongside the principal to develop long-term strategies, lesson plans, and assignments.
• Provide instruction that supports the incorporation of Cree Culture throughout the school.
• Create and implement impactful curriculum-based projects.
• Incorporate language games, organized language exercises, and literature into lessons.
• Modify instructional materials to cater to the varying ages and developmental stages of students.
• Lead morning prayers in Cree.
• Apply Land-Based Teaching methods for students.
• Participate in both short- and long-range strategic planning initiatives.
• Take part in special events and school festivities.
• Attend relevant training sessions to further enhance your program-related knowledge and skills.
• Gather and prepare materials and resources for Cree Language and Culture for teaching and presentations.
• Attend parent/teacher meetings to discuss student progress.
• Collaborate with elders and/or Knowledge Keepers as necessary, including for student discussions.
• Teach students about powwow, traditional drumming and singing, hand games, and crafts.

This position requires a strong commitment; therefore, candidates who are currently working in similar roles elsewhere will not be considered. Applications are welcome from both SLCN band members and non-band members.

Qualifications:

• Completion of post-secondary education
• Outstanding verbal and written communication skills
• Proficient in technology, including PowerSchool, Microsoft Word, Excel, and Internet research
• Reliability and punctuality
• Certification in Standard First Aid
• Training in Non-violent Crisis Intervention is advantageous

Experience:

• Essential fluency in both written and spoken English and Cree.
• Knowledge of the Alberta Education system and language programming.
• Strong presentation skills, with the ability to create and deliver instructional content.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication abilities.
• Skill in building and maintaining rapport and trust with students.
• Strong collaborative skills to work effectively with the principal in planning and executing instructional activities.

Interested applicants should submit a cover letter, a comprehensive resume, and three references with current contact details. Additionally, a recent Criminal Record Check (including Vulnerable Sector Check) and a cleared Alberta Intervention Check, both completed within the last six months, are required. Apply via the WhatSchool platform.