Job Purpose:
Provides natural, immersive Indigenous language transmission and cultural teachings to young children. Key roles include primary language speaker, cultural mentor and traditional knowledge keeper. Duties and

Responsibilities:
Language Immersion
Speak the Denesuline language exclusively or primarily while interacting, playing and caring for infants and young children.
Cultural Guidance
Share traditional values, customary child-rearing practises, stories, and songs to ground the children in their heritage.
Mentorship
Support co-teachers, language apprentices, and trainees by modeling fluent speech and correct pronunciation.
Protected Workplace
Help maintain a warm, gentle, and nurturing space alongside support staff and early childhood educators. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required:
Language Fluency




Fluent or conversational speaker of the Denesuline Language.
Cultural Knowledge
Deep roots in the Cold Lake First Nations community and respect for protocols and ways of teaching.
Clearances
Ability to pass standard background checks such as Criminal Record and Vulnerable Sector check. Working Conditions and/or Physical

Requirements:
Office environment
Monday to Thursday 8:30am – 4:30pm
Working hours
can vary and may require a versatile schedule depending on type of assignment or work plan task.
Evening and weekend work may be required to attend meetings, events, and community engagement sessions.

📌 Language Nest Elder Cold Lake
🏢 Cold Lake First Nations
📍 Cold Lake