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Yellowknife Catholic Schools is seeking a passionate and dedicated Music teacher for Grades K-5 to join our elementary team for the upcoming school year.

The Position

This position reports to the Principal. The music teacher will foster a joyful and inclusive learning environment where students from K to grades 5 can explore their musical talents, develop rhythmic and melodic literacy, and gain a lifelong appreciation for the arts. They will be responsible for designing and implementing engaging, age-appropriate music lessons following the NWT Art Education curriculum. This teacher will also be tasked with directing and coordinating school-wide musical events, including concerts, assemblies, and special ceremonies. The music teacher will also be required to manage and maintain the inventory of school instruments and audio equipment.

Our District

Yellowknife Catholic Schools has been providing quality publicly funded education to northern students for over sixty-five years. We are the only faith-based district in the Northwest Territories. Although we are a Catholic school district, we welcome families of all faiths. As a Catholic Education system, we encourage our students to be socially responsible. We want them to think critically about faith and to make decisions based on their spirituality and the knowledge that faith promotes being a good person. We use our faith-filled classrooms to explore how to live as people - letting our light shine in the world.

Yellowknife Catholic Schools’ vision of learning empowers students and staff to engage, explore, grow, and thrive in a multitude of ways. Our mission is to support student learning and well-being from JK - grade 12 so that all students can develop the skills and characteristics they need to be capable people in the world. Education, Culture, and Employment defines a capable person as: “...one who has integrity in relationships that honour the self, others, the land, and the spiritual world. Through these relationships,



a capable person grows and develops a more expansive understanding of the physical, mental, emotional and spiritual - the four parts of human development.”

Our district has three schools and one technical center with approximately 230 staff members and 1500 students. We offer programming in English and French from JK - 12, as well as Core Willideh Yati and Core French. We have a strong Indigenous Language and Culture Education program that combines the Dene Kede curriculum and on-the-land experiences with traditional ways of knowing and doing. As a district, we are committed to deepening our work in recognizing the Truth and Reconciliation Commissions Calls to Action.

Our Community

Yellowknife offers many opportunities during all seasons from enjoying the midnight sun while fishing on the lake, golfing on our unique course, aurora hunting and ice fishing in the winter, or swimming, hiking, skiing, canoeing, and kayaking around our excellent region; the Chief Drygeese Territory in the Akaitcho region, the traditional lands of the Yellowknives Dene First Nation.

Yellowknife also offers many city recreational sports such as hockey, curling, soccer, frisbee, touch football, volleyball, basketball, and tennis. We have several fitness facilities and have a very vibrant community of the arts.

Required Education and Recommended Knowledge, Qualifications and Experience

- Must hold, or be eligible for a(n) NWT Teaching Certificate
- Bachelor of Education Degree
- Preference will be given to those with experience teaching middle school (Grade K-5)
- Understands how to integrate spirituality and faith into teaching practices
- Knowledge of,



and experience in the effective use of technology as a learning tool
- Experience teaching in a northern communities and an understanding of Indigenous cultures would be an asset
- A vulnerable sector check is a requirement

Required Skills and Abilities

- Demonstrated ability to work as part of an effective school team
- Must work as a team member in planning, delivery and assessment of programs and students
- Organizational skills, initiative and a strong team focus are required

What do we offer:

- Life Insurance
- Disability Benefits
- Extended health benefits 100% paid by the employer
- Vision Care
- Dental Care
- Health Spending Account
- Professional Development Funds
- Employee & Family Assistance Program (EFAP)
- Pension
- Paid time off
- Medical travel
- Relocation Assistance (if applicable)

Closing date: Open until filled

Candidates seeking this position please provide a cover letter, resume and names of at least three (3) professional references to the attention of:

Sameer Shaik

[email protected]

Yellowknife Catholic Schools

P.O. Box 1830, 5124 - 49th Street

Yellowknife NT X1A 2P4

When submitting your application, clearly indicate if you are Catholic and if you qualify under the Affirmative Action Policy.

We appreciate all applicants for their interest in this position. However, only applicants who qualify for an interview will be contacted.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $88,064.00-$151,225.00 per year

Benefits:

- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- Relocation assistance
- RRSP match
- Store discount
- Tuition reimbursement

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Yellowknife, NT X1A 1L1: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Education:

- Bachelor's Degree (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

- Teaching license (required)

Location:

- Yellowknife, NT X1A 1L1 (preferred)

Work Location: In person

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