Job Description

Career Opportunity

Full Time -12 month Contract Term- Elementary Teacher

L'nu Sipuk Kina'muokuom (LSK) School, Indian Brook

Closing:

October 6, 2025

Anticipated Start Date:

Immediate

Salary Range:

$63,664.00- $90,865.00

Based off HRCE pay bands

(Based on Qualifications and Experience)

General Description:

The Teacher is the educational leader in the classroom and will ensure that curriculum is delivered as set forth by the province and is implemented in a way that commits to equity, diversity, inclusivity, and high expectations for student learning and achievement and for providing teaching strategies that respect the rights of students at LSK. The Teacher is responsible for the supervision and evaluation of all students within their teaching assignment. The Teacher will demonstrate a strong commitment to student success planning in support of student achievement and well-being and reports directly to the School Principal.

Core Responsibilities:

Deliver instruction aligned with Nova Scotia curriculum guidelines, emphasizing cultural relevance and student engagement

Foster a safe, inclusive, and respectful classroom environment

Assess student progress using divers tools and practices aligned with learning outcomes

Participating in development and implementation of the individual Program Plans (IPPs) for students requiring adaptations

Maintain accurate attendance academic records, and reports in accordance with school policies

Communicate regularly and effectively with students, families, staff, and external agencies

Support school-wide initiatives, participate in meetings, and attend professional development and school functions

Maintain classroom organization and contribute to the overall school community

Competencies Required:

Knowledge and skill in content and pedagogy to provide high-quality teaching.

The ability to use broad knowledge and information from different sources to make the curriculum accessible and engaging for students.

The ability to plan instructional goals and provincial curriculum outcomes for all students through culturally responsive teaching and to clearly communicate those to learners.

The ability to provide culturally responsive and student-centered responses to differences in student behaviour associated with culture, language, and life experience and address unacceptable student behaviour in an equitable, consistent and fair manner.

The ability to adapt curriculum to meet the varying rates, patterns and needs of all students, including students who extend learning beyond designated outcomes.

The ability to effectively contribute to and respond to diverse student learning needs through individualized program planning.

The ability to align assessment activities with learning outcomes to guide teaching and learning, monitor student progress, engage students in self-assessment and evaluate information from a variety of sources to support equitable and responsive student assessment.

The ability to create and maintain positive learning environments that are equitable, inclusive, and safe.

The ability to establish respectful relationships with students and actively involve students in the creation, implementation, and self-monitoring of classroom behavioural expectations.

The ability to demonstrate fair and ethical judgements.

The ability to utilize educational technologies as an integral part of teaching.

The ability to work as a contributing team member.

The ability to apply knowledge, experience and commitment in the areas of race relations, culturally relevant pedagogy, cross cultural understanding, human rights and diversity.

The desire and ability to engage in continuing education and professional learning.

The ability to maintain and promote confidentiality.

Specific Job Components

The Teacher will carry out duties as assigned by the School Principal. These responsibilities may evolve over time in response to organizational priorities, policy changes, and school needs, and may include, but are not limited to, the following:

Educate students based on Nova Scotia's curriculum guidelines. Foster a positive and safe learning environment aimed at helping students achieve learning outcomes. Prepare, administer, and grade in-class assignments, quizzes, and homework to gauge and enhance the students' levels of understanding. Participate in individual program planning and implement individual program plans for students with special needs. Maintain a clean and well-organized classroom. Keep accurate attendance records and report absences to principal as prescribed by the regulations. Communicate student's progress with parents in accordance with policy. Attend meetings, personal development sessions and school functions as required.

Qualifications and Experience/Skills:

Valid Nova Scotia Teaching Certificate; New Graduates Welcome.

Elementary or Secondary Teaching Methods Courses at corresponding levels.

All teaching assignments require a Major/Minor (or equivalent) in the predominant subject assignment.

Experience working in a First Nations Community is preferred.

Must have reliable access to transportation as Indian Brook is not accessible by public transportation.

Criminal records Child Abuse, and Vulnerable sector checks are required.

Benefits:

This position comes with a variety of benefits including Sick, Health, Dental, Disability and Life Insurance, an Employee & Family Assistance Program and employer matched Pension Plan.

Please apply with a resume, cover letter and criminal records check to:

Human Resources Department

Email employmentapplication@sipeknekatik.ca

Mail/drop off: 522 Church Street, Indian Brook, NS B0N 2H0

We are an equal opportunity employer; however, qualified Aboriginal applicants will be given priority in accordance with the Aboriginal Employment Preference Policy of the Canadian Human Rights Commission. The Band will not assume any expenses related to any job application process, included but not limited to travel, relocation, and application development. Please note certain positions come with mandatory employee benefits.

Only those applicants who qualify for an interview will be contacted.

Job Types: Full-time, Fixed term contract
Contract length: 12 months

Pay: $63,664.00-$90,865.00 per year

Work Location: In person