Teacher - Grade 4
Job Summary
Department Information
The South Slave Divisional Education Council is looking for a positive and committed educator, capable and willing to work collaboratively and embrace the implementation of three key priorities in the South Slave schools and classrooms: literacy, numeracy and social responsibility.
Job Information
The South Slave Divisional Education Council is looking for a positive and committed educator, capable and willing to work collaboratively and embrace the implementation of three key priorities in the South Slave schools and classrooms: literacy, numeracy and social responsibility.
JBT School is a Junior Kindergarten to grade 6 school with 270 students. Students and staff focus on four simple expectations: Pride, Respect. Ownership and Safety (PROS). Literacy is a primary focus as all students are active in Rufus Reading Club. We also pride ourselves on our open-door policy and our school benefits from parent/community support. At JBT, the school helps to create futures through a number of diverse programs, and activities, including culture camps, primary/STEM activity days, literacy activities, student achievement awards and celebrating our weekly bucket fillers.
Position: Elementary School Teacher (Grade 4)
Salary is dependent upon qualifications but ranges from $95,000 to $153,000 per year plus a very attractive benefits package including a Northern Allowance of approx. $7,000 per year and relocation expenses.
Start date: August 25,2026
Term (1.0 FTE) for 2026/27 school year
How to apply: Email Todd Stewart (School principal) at todd.stewart@ssdec.org with the following documents:
- Resume
- Cover Letter
- Philosophy of education (statement-1 page max- outlining your educational philosophy
- 3 references (must include current supervisor)
Qualifications and requirements:
- Bachelor of Education (or equivalent)
- Eligibility for NWT teaching certification
- Satisfactory criminal records and vulnerable sector checks (post-interview stage)
Learn More:
Teacher Information in the NWT: https://www.ece.gov.nt.ca/en/services/prospective
The NWT Teachers' Association Collective Agreement: https://my.hr.gov.nt.ca/resources/terms-employment/nwtta-collective-agreement
About the SSDEC: www.ssdec.net
About the Community:
Fort Smith is nestled on the banks overlooking the Slave River on the Northwest Territories/ Alberta border. It is one of the largest towns and is the most-southerly Centre in the Northwest Territories with a population of roughly 2500 people. The community is home to the main campus of Aurora College, is the gateway to Canada's largest national park, Wood Buffalo National Park, and is where the central office of the South Slave Divisional Education Council calls home. Not unlike most northern communities, Fort Smith celebrates its cultural diversity. With a majority aboriginal population comprising Dene and Metis peoples, the town has a thriving cultural sector complemented by the presence of the Northern Life Museum. Fort Smith is the home of two modern and well-equipped schools served by dedicated teaching staffs.
GNWT Inquiries
Inquiries Only:
Fort Smith HR Client Service Centre
Department of Finance
Government of the Northwest Territories
195 MCDOUGAL ROAD
BOX 876
FORT SMITH, NT X0E 0P0
Tel (867) 872-8242
Fax (867) 872-3298
jobsfortsmith@gov.nt.ca
Note: If you do not receive electronic notification confirming receipt of your application, please follow up via telephone.
More Information
Term Position
This job opening is for the 2026/2027 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 # 28042
Closing Date: Open till filled
Salary Information
Salary is dependent upon qualifications but ranges from $95,000 to $153,000 per year plus a very attractive benefits package including a Northern Allowance of approx. $7,000 per year and relocation expenses
Application Assistance
For more information on preparing and submitting your application, please visit: Preparing Your Application