Full-time Employment Opportunity at Bernard

Constant Community School on the James Smith

Cree Nation: Grade 1 Teacher

Organization The East Central First Nations Education Authority (ECFNEA) is committed to providing the highest-quality Educational Services by our people, for our people. The Authority focuses on developing and implementing Culture and Cree Language Programs to address the needs of the First Nation communities it serves: the Chakastaypasin Band of the Cree Nation, the James Smith Cree Nation, and the Peter Chapman Band.

The ECFNEA’s facilities include the Bernard Constant Community School located on

James Smith Cree Nation (JSCN) and a sub-office in Nipawin, Saskatchewan.

To obtain more information on the ECFNEA, please visit our website at https://www.ecfnep.ca/

No accommodations are currently available within the community. School staff travel into the community from local towns and cities such as Melfort and Prince Albert,

Saskatchewan.

The School The Bernard Constant Community School is a dynamic Pre-K-Grade 12 school, serving approximately 440+ students. The school is supported by a professional staff of 30

plus teachers and a full complement of support staff.

The focus of the Bernard Constant Community School is Trauma-sensitive

Programming, with a full complement of a Wellness Team, a comprehensive Cree

Language Program for all grades and divisions, along with a Land-based Learning

Program, a Cultural Program, a Sports Academy Program, and a Treaty Essential

Learning Program.

Applicants who can speak the Cree Language and can display knowledge of, and working experience in, the other noted areas will be considered assets.

Position Title: Grade 1 Teacher The duties and responsibilities of the position are as follows:

- conduct formal and informal assessment of students;
- contribute to the positive image of the school and James Smith Community;
- create an atmosphere of innovation, teamwork,



and creativity within the team;
- demonstrate a history of positive relations with students, parents, and staff;
- facilitate learning activities both within the classroom setting and outdoor land-

based activities;
- incorporate appropriate technology and media in lesson planning;
- nurture, support and guide young learners;
- participate in co-curricular school activities;
- prepare course timelines and materials such as syllabi, homework assignments and

handouts;
- prepare engaging lessons and interactive learning activities/materials;
- prepare lesson plans with clear objectives that follow Saskatchewan Curriculum

Standards and the ability to adapt curriculum with Indigenous content;
- promote and maintain high standards of behaviour, respect and safety within the

classroom;
- solid classroom management skills using trauma-informed practices is an asset;

and
- support families with open, ongoing communication.

Position Qualifications The successful applicant must have the following qualifications:
- possess or be in application for a valid Saskatchewan Teaching Certificate;
- possess a Bachelor’s degree or higher qualification in education;
- a clear Criminal Record Check (Canadian Police Information Centre) including

Vulnerable Sector Check;
- a Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certificate; and a First Aid Certificate would

be an asset; and
- must have a valid driver’s licence.

Required abilities, knowledge and skills The following are the required abilities,



knowledge and skills for this position:
- effectively communicates with staff, parents and students;
- fosters school mission, values and sense of community through student-centred

decisions;
- maintains professionalism through all school interactions and activities;
- models a strong work ethic as well as high standards of commitment;
- must have an awareness and appreciation of Indigenous culture;
- understands and uses current literacy, numeracy practices and teaching strategies;

and
- values continual growth and development of school programs and curriculum.

Preference will be given to existing employees and to members of the First Nations participating in the East Central First Nation Education Authority.

Salary and Benefits

Salary/Wages commensurate with credentials and experience. Extended health benefits, vacation or holiday pay, and personal/sick leave may be available depending on contract terms.

Application Process

Please send applications electronically in Word to the undersigned, complete with a covering letter, a resume (with all supporting documentation) and a minimum of three professional references, including your most recent employer.

If you require further information or to submit your application, please contact or email:

Jacklyn Burns

Executive Assistant/HR Administrative Assistant

East Central First Nation Education Authority [email protected]

Please send applications electronically in Word to the undersigned, with a cover letter and a minimum of three professional references, including your most recent employer,

and the CPIC (Criminal Record Check and Vulnerable Sector Check), to the person named directly above.

The ECFNEA thanks all applicants. However, we will not contact all applicants. We will contact applicants who meet the requirements listed above.

Application deadline: Open until filled.

📌 BCCS Grade 1 Teacher (Nipawin)
🏢 The East Central First Nations Education Authority (ECFNEA)
📍 Nipawin