Teacher - Grade 5 - 6 - École Boréale
Job Summary
Department Information
The Commission scolaire francophone, Territoires du Nord-Ouest (CSFTNO) provides quality French- first language education that promotes the cultural identity, personal development, and academic success of students across the Northwest Territories. As a key player in Francophone education, CSFTNO fosters inclusive, respectful, and supportive learning environments grounded in community collaboration and student well-being.
Established in 1998, École Boréale offers programming entirely in French from pre-kindergarten to grade twelve in the community of Hay River
Job Information
Teacher (Grade 5-6) - École Boréale
Start date: August 24, 2026
The Commission scolaire francophone TNO subscribes to the following values and principles:
¿ Awareness of and sensitivity to cultural diversity and heritage;
¿ Data-based decisions to improve student success and achievement;
¿ Integration of computer-based learning technology into the classroom;
¿ Outcome-based instruction and assessment;
¿ Sustained commitment to literacy in the and numeracy;
¿ Working creatively and collaboratively with a variety of partners in education;
¿ Strong communication, interpersonal and team-building skills.
Typically, candidates should have completed a Teacher Education Program diploma or a Bachelor of Education degree and be eligible for a Northwest Territories Teaching Certificate.
The following criteria will be important considerations in the hiring process:
¿ Strong background and competence in high school education;
¿ Teaching experience in a JK-12 environment would be an asset;
¿ Excellent classroom management skills;
¿ Knowledge of, or willingness to become familiar with, the prescribed NWT curricula in French First Language instruction and related areas;
¿ Experience using data to inform instructional decisions;
¿ Experience in multi-grade classrooms and differentiated instruction;
¿ Understanding of and experience in the integration of technology into classroom instruction
¿ Demonstrated proficiency in spoken and written French and English.
Please send your applications to:
Pierre Cook
Directeur à l'interim/Acting Principal
Ecole Boreale
145 Promenade Riverview
Hay River, TNO
Email: directioneb@csftno.com
Téléphone: (867) 874-6972
Only those chosen for an interview will be contacted.
GNWT Inquiries
Inquiries Only:
Hay River HR Client Service Centre
Department of Finance
Government of the Northwest Territories
209 - 62 WOODLAND DRIVE
HAY RIVER, NT X0E 1G1
Tel (867) 875-8086
jobshayriver@gov.nt.ca
Note: If you do not receive electronic notification confirming receipt of your application, please follow up via telephone.
More Information
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 # 27791
Closing Date: May 21 2026 - 23:59, Mountain Time
Salary Information
Salary is prorated dependent on verified education and experience (ranging from $95,232 to $153,748 (annum), plus an annual Northern Allowance based on the NWTTA Collective Agreement.