Culture & Textiles Teacher

Eskasoni School Board•Eskasoni 3, NS

8d•Onsite

About The Position

The Eskasoni School Board is seeking to fill a Culture and Textiles teacher vacancy. This role focuses on sharing Mi’kmaq culture while helping students develop work life skills, textile arts, technologies and entrepreneurship skills. The Teacher will demonstrate a strong commitment to planning to support student achievement and work collaboratively in a team environment.

Requirements

Valid NS teacher certification
Experience creating and teaching Mi’kmaq textile arts
Knowledge and experience with application of technologies to enhance instruction and learning (ie: google classroom, etc)
Knowledge of Mi’kmaw Culture,traditions, language and protocols
Knowledge and experience implementing inclusive teaching strategies for students with academic and behavioral needs
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Excellent classroom and student management skills
Ability to communicate effectively with students and families

Nice To Haves

Fluency in the Mi’kmaw language an asset

Responsibilities

Plan and prepare lesson plans on Mi’kmaq culture, traditions, history and textile art such as sewing, beading, regalia making and other culture crafts
Guide students in completing hands-on culture and textile projects
Maintain classroom equipment, sewing machines, tools, materials in a safe and organized manner
Collaborate with student services staff and community partner agencies
Create a safe space for students to engage with culture and crafting through materials, teachings, and traditions
Harvest materials with a land-based program coordinator (student-led)
Work collaboratively with Elders, Knowledge Keepers and community members to enhance student learning and cultural understanding
Instruct or organize cultural activities or workshops such as hide work, drum making, beading, basket making, and regalia making
Build project based learning curriculum outcomes
Develop modules specific to traditional Mi’kmaw arts, crafts, and design in collaboration with landbased and curriculum coordinators