Chippewas of the Thames First Nation Board of Education is currently accepting applications for:

Health and Physical Education Teacher

Application deadline: April 11, 2024 by 4:00PM

BACKGROUND:

We are the Anishinaabeg of Deshkan Ziibiing, also known as Chippewas of the Thames First Nation. We call ourselves Anishinbek, which means the original people. We are known as the Ojibway, a Nation of the Algonquin language family who originally migrated to the Great Lakes area from the north-eastern region of North America. Our political alliances are with the Odawa (Ottawa) and Bodaywadami (Pottawatomi), who form the Three Fires Confederacy. We have a modern air-conditioned school with a full-sized double-gym, outdoor track, a full cafeteria and a new library. Class sizes are small and well stocked with current resources, a SmartBoard and ample access to current technology.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• A valid Ontario Teacher’s Certificate and an Undergraduate degree
• Additional qualifications are an asset
• Be in good standing with OCT
• Clean CPIC/Vulnerable Sector is required upon offer of employment
• First Aid Qualifications
• Bring a creative, innovative, and positive approach to teaching
• Excellent classroom management, organization and planning skills
• Ability to communicate with parents, students, and co-workers in a respectful and supportive manner
• Works with a high standard of integrity
• Excellent oral, written, communication, facilitation and presentation skills

If you come work for us, there are some things to expect:

• Competitive salaries
• Teachers are provided with a Learning Support Worker (LSW) in their classroom
• Teachers are provided with a classroom budget for materials, resources, supplies etc.
• We have small classroom sizes
• The ability to register with our pension plan after 6 months of employment
• Benefits providing comprehensive coverage
• In the summer, teachers can complete an AQ of their choice, and be reimbursed

HOURS OF WORK: Monday-Friday from 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM (7.5-hour days)

SALARY: dependent on qualifications and experience ranges from $44,601.00 – $102,995.00

INTERESTED APPLICANTS: Please forward a complete package including a current resume with a photocopy of qualifications, two work-related and one personal reference. A recent police check, including the vulnerable sector, will be required once a candidate is selected.

Human Resources Department

Chippewas of the Thames First Nation Board of Education

324 Chippewa Road, Muncey, ON N0L 1Y0

[email protected]

NOTE: Only applicants who qualify for an interview will be contacted. Preference will be given to Indigenous applicants. Chippewas of the Thames First Nation is an equal opportunity employer.