Language Specialist
Job Summary
Department Information
Dehcho Divisional Education Council
Welcome to Dehcho!
Dehcho means "big river" - the Dene name for the Mackenzie River. In the Dehcho region, where the Northwest Territories borders British Columbia and the Yukon, you'll find some of the grandest displays of the North's natural beauty.
Here, mountains rise to unclimbable heights, waterfalls roar between colossal canyons, and the big river runs past communities where traditional living remains vibrant and thriving. Big River. Big Mountains. Big Hearts.
Job Information
Charles Yohin School
Nahanni Butte, Northwest Territories
The Dehcho Divisional Education Council invites applications for the position of
Language Specialist
(One year term with potential for extension or to Indeterminate)
Open Until Filled
Dehcho Divisional Education Council invites applications from certified teachers who are dedicated to teaching and have experience and/or interest in the cultural, linguistic and traditional heritage of the Dene. 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 multi-grade classes.
Qualifications:
- Must hold or be eligible for a Northwest Territories Professional Teaching Certificate
- Proficiency in speaking Dene Zhatie (South Slave) language is required
- Must demonstrate the ability to effectively engage with students and their parents in multi-grade environments
- Direct experience with the Northwest Territories curricula is preferred
- Familiarity with the ¿Our Languages Curriculum¿ is an asset
- Experience in promoting and organizing culturally appropriate activities is highly desirable
- The ability to teach additional courses from JK ¿ 12 would be considered an asset
- Preference will be given to candidates who identify as Indigenous Dene
GNWT Inquiries
Application Procedure:
Interested and qualified applicants will submit a resume and a cover letter, outlining how their specific qualifications align with the qualifications listed above, to teacherrecruitment@ddec.ca
The posting will remain open until filled.
At the interview stage, candidates will be asked to submit three references, including current and past supervisors.
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.
Indigenous Employment Policy
Candidates must clearly identify their eligibility in order to receive priority consideration under the Indigenous Employment Policy
Information on salary and benefits, as outlined in the Northwest Territories Teachers' Association Collective Agreement are available on the following website:
https://nwtta.nt.ca/publications/collective-agreements or https://my.hr.gov.nt.ca/resources/terms-employment/nwtta-collective-agre...
Questions/inquiries about this position, please contact:
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Term Position
This job opening is for the 2025/2026 school year.
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 vulnerable sector 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 # 27372
Closing Date: Open till filled
Salary Information
Salary for this position is currently Under Review.
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