Culture & Land-Based Education Coordinator The Athabasca Denesuline Education Authority (ADEA) is seeking a competent, confident, motivated individual to fill the position of Culture & Land-Based Education Coordinator. In this role, you will be responsible for overseeing the Dene culture and land-based initiatives of the Authority and providing ongoing support and monitoring of culture and land-based programming in all schools.

The ADEA is a First Nation Education Authority serving the three Denesuline First Nations communities in northern Saskatchewan: Black Lake First Nation, Hatchet Lake First Nation, and Fond Du Lac First Nation. The Authority serves a total student population of approximately 1,400 students. The Authority is working toward improved educational outcomes by utilizing the latest technology, progressively piloting programs, and integrating Denesuline culture into the classroom and school curriculum.

This competition is open to all applicants who reside in Canada; and preference will be given to First Nation or other Indigenous applicants who possess the qualifications, knowledge, and skills to meet the requirements as stated for the position.

What We Offer

We offer an exciting opportunity to provide school leadership. The successful candidate will be supported by local and central office staff and have access to a outstanding benefit program. The benefits we offer include group insurance (vision, dental, life insurance and other health benefits such as chiropractor and massage therapy), and the company’s registered pension plan.





In addition to following the provincial teacher's salary grid we provide subsidized housing and a northern allowance. You will be surrounded by leaders and colleagues that want the best for each student in their learning and well-being.

Key Accountabilities and Responsibilities

· Experience in curriculum development and delivery of K-12 educational programming, with specific experience in Aboriginal education or Indigenous studies.

· Experience developing and delivering educational programming that incorporates Denesuline culture and language elements.

· Understanding of the community and having personal involvement with Denesuline culture and language.

· Experience working with youth (e.g., cultural camps, friendship centres, First Nations youth programs, school-based Aboriginal support programs).

· Education project/program evaluation utilizing both quantitative and qualitative measures.

· Creating, using and evaluating personalized teaching tools and techniques used in outdoor experiential education and cultural education activities.

· Experience leading or coordinating training or Professional Development events and workshops.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

· Strong organization and time-management skills related to communications, gathering and filing information, scheduling,



and routine office work.

· Excellent communication skills, including a strong bilingual background in English and Denesuline.

· Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and collaboratively as required.

· Ability to balance and bridge traditional Denesuline perspectives, priorities and protocols with those of contemporary education system.

· Demonstrated proficiency with the use of common office computer software (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook).

· Comfortable and capable of working in indoor and variable outdoor conditions.

Qualifications

· Extensive life experience in, knowledge of and practice with the Dene culture, language and land-based traditions.

· Proficient in spoken Dene and English languages.

· Professional 'A' Teaching Certificate and significant teaching/school administrative experience preferred; or other recognized relevant training and/or experience.

· A strong understanding of leading educational, administrative and management practices.

· Ability to take initiative.

If you are interested in applying for the above position, please submit your resume along with a cover letter, references and a most recent Criminal Police Record Check and a Child Vulnerable Sector Check to:

Athabasca Denesuline Education Authority

Attention: Human Resources Department

153 South Industrial Drive

Prince Albert, SK S6V 0Z8

Phone: (306) 922-9857

Fax: (306) 922-9838 Email: [email protected]

Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted further.

📌 Culture & Land-Based Education Coordinator (Prince Albert)
🏢 ATHABASCA DENESULINE EDUCATION AUTHORITY
📍 Prince Albert