Saskatchewan Distance Learning Centre Looking for Indigenous Studies 10, 20, and 30 Teachers – Continuing Contracts at Kenaston, Saskatchewan, Canada Full Time

Indigenous Studies 10, 20 and 30 Teacher Positions

Saskatchewan Distance Learning Centre requires two continuing full- time (1.0 FTE) high school Indigenous Studies teachers. The Grade 10/11 Asynchronous full-time position and Grade 11/12 Asynchronous full-time position will be assigned at one of our regional campus locations across the province based on the principal residence of the successful candidate. These positions are not remote or virtual work from home.

Sask DLC is a newly formed Treasury Board Crown Corporation in Saskatchewan, created to deliver high-quality and equitable online learning programs to students across the province. Sask DLC’s head office is located in Kenaston, with an administrative office in Regina, and nine regional campuses located in Swift Current, Moose Jaw, Estevan, Yorkton, Saskatoon, Nipawin, Prince Albert, Neilburg and La Ronge. Sask DLC delivers online programming to full-time K-12 students and part-time students attending schools across the province.

The teaching assignments will include Indigenous Studies Saskatchewan Core Curriculum with outcomes based on the themes of Self-Determination and Self-Government, Development, Social Justice, Aboriginal and Treaty Rights, Land Claims and Treaty Entitlements, and Economic Development.

Experience in Secondary Social Science or History education, online teaching or online program supervision with be considered an asset.

At Saskatchewan Distance Learning Centre, we are committed to providing students with a quality online educational experience; an integral part of that being meaningful student and parent interactions. As an online instructor, you will work with students in an online environment and will in most cases, be the primary point of contact for our learners. We are looking to recruit teachers who seek to understand the challenges of online learning and strive to create real connections with our learners, bridging the distance between them.

Our Ideal Candidate Will Be Able To Demonstrate

student-centred decision-making;

innovation and creativity to support students achieving learning outcomes in a variety of approaches that fit student needs and interests;

the ability to communicate effectively with parents on student educational needs and progress;

strong time management and organizational abilities;

flexibility with the capacity to problem solve;

strengths in collegiality and collaboration;

the ability to communicate clear and effective feedback on student progress;

collaboration with colleagues on course development;

knowledge of curriculum outcomes and indicators;

current instruction and assessment practices; and

commitment to work collaboratively with all staff to carry out the mission and vision of Sask DLC.

Experience with technologies such as Clevr, Moodle, MySchoolSask, and online communication software would be considered an asset.

What We Offer

Sask DLC provides a work environment that is committed to upholding the values of Respect and Integrity, Serving Citizens, Excellence, Innovation and Acting as One Team.

Sask DLC is committed to workplace diversity which reflects the diversity of the students and communities we serve. Applications are encouraged from First Nations and Métis candidates.

To Apply: Interested applicants are invited to complete an online application and include a resume, a cover letter that includes primary or secondary teaching areas, and contact information for at least three professional references (may be included in resume).

The site applicants are directed to register/log in with Sask DLC at the following address:

https://saskdlc.simplication.com/WLSBLogin.aspx (please scroll down).

The application deadline is May 1st, 2024.

Any questions or requests for additional information can be directed to: [email protected] with attention to the relevant position noted in the subject line.

• We thank all those who apply for this position; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Interviews will be scheduled the first week of May 2024.
• The successful candidates will be required to submit a satisfactory criminal record check (vulnerable sector) as a condition of employment.