Established in 1976 the Saskatchewan Indian Institute of Technologies (SIIT) is a First Nation governed post-secondary institution. Recognized under provincial legislation, the Institute has been conferred authority to grant certificates and diplomas. SIIT welcomes over 2400 students into our urban and community programs annually as well as serving over 6000 clients through our eight Career Centres across the province.

The Saskatchewan Indian

Institute of Technologies is playing a significant role in Saskatchewan's economic future. You can contribute to that success while building your career. The Facilitator serves a primary role in planning and facilitating Indigenous Early Childhood Education (INECE) Level 1 to ensure successful outcomes within the Academics department.

The Facilitator will be responsible for developing, coordinating, delivering and facilitating all program components for lower literacy adult learners. The goal of the program is to assist lower literacy adult learners build essential skills and knowledge of the transferability of those skills to future employment experiences and career choices in Early Childhood Education. The Facilitator delivers programming while creating an environment that guides and ensures each student is successful.

The Facilitator keeps current with developments in subject areas, resources and methods, and make relevant changes to plans and activities to suit the individual needs of their students. The Facilitator will be responsible for delivering a specific program according to the needs of the community, funding agency or employer.



Working collaboratively with Academic staff and community contacts, the facilitator demonstrates a strong commitment to create and maintain a creative and positive learning setting and experience for learners.

Instruct three Early Childhood Education Level 1 courses: Communicating with Children and Guiding Children's Behaviour, Introduction to Play, Health, Safety and Nutrition Use appropriate methods of facilitation, modeling, and coaching to facilitate learning Create and maintain all course-related materials including evaluations, attendance records, and course evaluations Incorporate digital literacy within all aspects of the program, where applicable Assist with the planning and coordination of other employment preparation skill building certificate trainings Maintain program data and complete reports in a timely manner Apply strength-based approaches to facilitate the social competence of students Adhere to and promote SIIT policies and procedures Respect, honour and acknowledge the uniqueness of each student including: their unique languages, cultures, traditions, histories, as well as,



prior learning and life experiences Create and maintain a creative and positive learning environment that provides the opportunity for meaningful learning and skill development Partnering & Relationship Building Network and build relationships with appropriate employment agencies, networks and employers in the community Research existing employment and volunteer opportunities in the specific region, network and communicate with potential employers Plan a project in collaboration with students to facilitate the development and practice of workplace skills Link students to work placements or volunteer opportunities A two-year post-secondary diploma in Education, Social Services, or relevant education and experience related to Early Childhood Education or a bachelor's degree in Education with at least two (2) years of related experience in Facilitating or teaching.

Experience in assessing and counseling First Nation adults is considered an asset.

Experience working with Microsoft Office suite of programs is required. Knowledge of First Nations cultures and organizations would be an asset. For success in this position a genuine commitment to help clients learn and succeed is required.

An understanding of adult learning theories and principles is considered an asset. The successful candidate will be required to provide a cleared criminal record check with vulnerable sector check upon hire. Flexible and Adaptable, Effective Communication, Relationship Building, Results Oriented, Student Focus, Communication (Instructional), Knowledge and Expertise, Teamwork.

Cumberland House Cree Nation Term Date: January 4, 2027 to May 21, 2027

📌 Facilitator, Essential Skills for Indigenous Early Childhood Education (INECE) Level 1 (Cumberland House)
🏢 SIIT
📍 Cumberland House