Dehcho Divisional Education Council invites applications for the 2026 - 2027 school year from certified teachers who are dedicated to teaching and have experience and/or interest in the cultural, linguistic and traditional heritage of the Dene.

Echo Dene Elementary and Secondary School is a Junior Kindergarten through grade 12 school with about 110 students who are predominantly Dene and Métis.

School programs support language and cultural heritage of the students in an inclusive setting that respects the diverse styles and needs of all learners.

Available Position: Junior Kindergarten - Kindergarten (Term to June 25, 2027) Start Date: As soon as possible The teacher will offer a holistic, culturally relevant program that supports the language and cultural heritage of the students and addresses the needs of all students who may have learning challenges in a multi-grade class.

Qualifications: - Must hold or be eligible for a N.W.T Professional Teaching Certificate. - Have training and/or experience in NWT Junior Kindergarten and Kindergarten curricula. - Have Experience with the BC curricula - Demonstrate a holistic, inter-disciplinary approach to teaching in an inclusionary classroom. - Training and teaching experience in a cross-cultural, classroom situation. - An understanding of how to apply Universal Design for Learning and Play-based Learning - Ability to work as a team member in the classroom and the school as a whole - Must demonstrate active and consistent professional growth throughout their educational career to keep pace with innovative current thought and practice. GNWT Inquiries Application Procedure: Interested and qualified applicants will submit a cover letter, resume, complete with 3 references,



the names of previous and current supervisors with a copy of the most recent performance review.

Current and previous employers will be contacted for references.

Candidates must provide a satisfactory Criminal Record Check (CRC) as well as a Vulnerable Sector Checks (VSC) from the RCMP if they are contacted for an interview.

Failure to provide a satisfactory CRC and VSC may deem the candidate disqualified from the competitive process.

Applicants must clearly indicate their Affirmative Action Status in their application.

For more information about the school please see: Questions/inquiries about this position, please contact: More Information Term Position This job opening is for a Term to June 25, 2027 Indigenous Employment Policy Candidates must clearly identify their eligibility in order to receive priority consideration under the Indigenous Employment Policy.

Priority for Northwest Territories Teachers' Association positions shall be granted as follows: Priority 1: Teachers who have received official lay-off notice; Priority 2: Stage One Priority (S1P) - Indigenous people who are recognized members and descendent of a First Nations, Métis, or Inuit people indigenous to the present boundaries of the Northwest Territories; Priority 3: Stage Two Priority (S2P) - Indigenous people who are recognized members and descendent of a First Nations, Métis, or Inuit people indigenous to areas of Canada,



outside of the present boundaries of the Northwest Territories.; Priority 4: Indeterminate Teachers eligible for Transfer or Promotion and not included in Priorities 2 & 3; Priority 5: Term teachers not included in Priorities 2 & 3; Priority 6: NWT Resident Teachers not employed by the GNWT or included in Priorities 2 & 3; Priority 7: Teachers who are not residents of the NWT and who are not included in Priorities.

Criminal Records Check Candidates must provide a satisfactory criminal record check.

Failure to provide a satisfactory check may deem you disqualified from the competition.

Diversity and Inclusion The Government of the Northwest Territories is an inclusive workplace.

If you have a disability and you require support during the hiring process, you are encouraged to identify your needs if you are contacted for an assignment or interview so that you may be accommodated during the hiring process.

Eligibility Eligibility lists may be created from this competition to fill future term and indeterminate positions.

Equivalencies Equivalencies may be considered based on a one-year of directly related experience equivalent to one year of education or one year of education for one year of experience.

However, combinations of education and experience must often be considered on a case-by-case basis.

For a full list of equivalencies that will be considered for this role, please contact human resources.

Job Opening Information Job Opening ID # 28284 Closing Date: Open until filled Salary Information Salary for this position is currently Under Review.

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