Title: Summer Indigenous Outdoor Activities Teacher

Start Date: July 3, 2024

End Date: July 30, 2024

Position Type: Temporary

Posting Overview: This is an internal/external posting. First preference will be given to qualified L.K.D.S.B. permanent Secondary teachers.

Reporting to the System Coordinator of Alternative and Continuing Education, the Summer Indigenous Outdoor Activities teacher will provide a Healthy Living and Outdoor Activities (PAD1O/2O/3O/4O) program employing traditional Indigenous ways of knowing and cultural activities. The program will take place in the Eelnaapewi Lahkewiit community. The teacher and program will be supported with Eelnaapewi Lahkewiit knowledge keepers as well as the Eelnaapewi Lahkewiit Education Department. Course activities will include shelter building, medicine walks, dip net building, dip net fishing, Lenape language, and Lenape football. Adult learners who are close relatives of enrolled students may also register for the program upon the approval of the System Coordinator. The program is conditional on sufficient enrollment. Qualifications/Experience:

Ontario College of Teachers Certificate of Qualification required;

Knowledge of and experience teaching various arts disciplines that explore or reflect FNMI perspectives, culture, and traditions preferred;

Knowledge of and experience teaching land based educational approaches preferred;

Knowledge of Eelnaapewi Lahkewiit and its geographical features an asset;

Experience working with Indigenous students an asset;Position Effective Date & Length - Duration & Schedule:July 3 to July 30, 2024, 5.5 hours/day, 4 hours of pre-course preparation time.

Rate: $57.01 per hour

Interested applicants are asked to contact Paul Wiersma, System Coordinator, Alternative and Adult and Continuing Education, for further information.Application Instructions:

Applicants should submit a cover letter before 4:00 p.m. on the posting closing date. Applications will only be accepted through our online process. Inquiries can be directed to: Sam Zoccano, Recruitment Officer resume@lkdsb.net.All applicants will receive a confirmation email. If you do not receive one, please contact Apply to Education directly prior to the deadline date and time. The Lambton Kent District School Board is committed to supporting inclusive and equitable learning and work environments for all. Through our recruitment and selection process, we strive to provide a qualified workforce that reflects the diversity of our communities. We welcome applications from candidates with diverse background and lived experiences as a member of a marginalized group, including but not limited to: First Nations, Mtis and Inuit peoples, and all other Indigenous peoples;

members of groups that commonly experience discrimination due to race, ancestry, colour, religion and/or spiritual beliefs, or place of origin;

persons with visible and/or invisible (physical and/or mental) disabilities;

persons who identify as women; and

persons of marginalized sexual orientations, gender identities, and gender expressions.The LKDSB is committed to providing barrier-free and accessible employment practice in compliance with the Accessibilities for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (A.O.D.A.). In compliance with the A.O.D.A., the Lambton Kent District School Board will make necessary accommodations for applicants with disabilities to support participation in the recruitment process. Please contact Human Resources if you require assistance.