Shibogama Education is hiring for the following positions:

Literacy/Reading Lead, Special Education Lead, Student Well-Being Lead

Shibogama is a regional tribal council located in Sioux Lookout, Ontario, and a member of the Nishnawbe Aski Nation. It is controlled and governed by the Board of Directors who are the Chiefs from each of the member First Nations.

Shibogama Education has vacancies within its Sioux Lookout administrative office for the following positions. Incumbents will work with schools in the northern Ontario communities of Kingfisher Lake First Nation, Wapekeka First Nation, and Wunnumin Lake First Nation. Literacy/Reading Lead Scope of Responsibility

The Literacy Lead will work in classrooms with teachers and students supporting literacy initiatives to impact student achievement in literacy. He/she will provide leadership for professional development in the area of literacy especially the science of teaching reading. Working collaboratively with a team of education professionals, the Literacy Lead will demonstrate a strong commitment to student learning.

The Literacy Lead will have the following competencies:

The ability to effectively deliver the Ontario Language Arts curriculum

The ability to provide literacy support/coaching to students and teachers within the classroom

The ability to monitor, assess, evaluate, and report on student progress

The ability to provide leadership in the collection, analysis and interpretation of data related to student achievement

Qualifications OCT certified

Knowledgeable about reading processes, assessment, and instruction

Training/experience or knowledge in Jolly Phonics considered an asset Numeracy Lead Scope of Responsibility

The Numeracy Lead will work in classrooms with teachers and students supporting literacy initiatives to impact student achievement in numeracy. He/she will provide leadership for professional development in the area of numeracy. Working collaboratively with a team of education professionals, the Numeracy Lead will demonstrate a strong commitment to learning. The incumbent reports to the Teacher Coach. The Numeracy Lead will have the following competencies: The ability to effectively deliver the Ontario Math curriculum

The ability to provide numeracy support/coaching to students and teachers within classrooms

The ability to monitor, assess, evaluate and report on student progress

The ability to provide leadership in the collection, analysis and interpretation of data related to student achievement Qualifications OCT certified.

Knowledge of the development of mathematics concepts and skills

Experience with math curriculum and daily lesson planning will be considered an asset Special Education Lead Scope of Responsibility

The Special Education Lead is responsible for the development and implementation of special education programming in collaboration with the school principals. The Special Education Lead will support the Special Education and Resource teachers in the schools and provide intervention strategies to ensure that students with special needs are provided the support and resources to succeed.

Qualifications Current Certificate of Qualification and Registration with the Ontario College of teachers, with specialist qualifications in Special Education

Minimum of 3 years successful teaching experience

Experience with, and understanding of, special education programs and models to support student success and academic needs

Understanding of First Nation and Ontario education systems

Understanding of First Nation Cultures and lifestyles and issues faced by First Nation youth

Knowledge and experience with computer systems Student Well-being Lead Scope of Responsibility

The Student Well-being Lead supports the Student Well-being Workers as they work with the students in their community. He/she is responsible for promoting healthy development of all students and enabling them to reach their full potential. This involves creating, fostering, and sustaining a learning environment that is healthy, safe, inclusive, and accepting. The Lead will oversee development/ planning, supervision, and evaluation of the student well-being program.

Qualification A bachelors degree in counselling or social work coupled with three (3) years experience as a counsellor or equivalent combination of relevant education and experience.

Understanding and experience working with regional Indigenous communities and awareness of local cultural protocol.

Knowledge and understanding of First Nation and Ontario education systems.

Demonstrated ability to respond to the developmental needs of students.

Demonstrated ability to be an advocate and problem solver.

How to Apply:

Please submit cover letter and resume by email to:

Hiring Committee

Shibogama First Nations Council

P.O. Box 449, 81 King St.

Sioux Lookout, ON P8T 1A5

lindak@shib.ca