Indigenous Early Learning Curriculum Writers

May 7, 2024

Employment Opportunity

Are you looking for change or working towards personal and professional growth?  Consider joining our team!

  • We offer Anishinaabe Aadziwin and Anishinaabemowin learning opportunities for employees to support personal wellness and growth.
  • We contribute to employee benefits.
  • We match employee retirement savings plan contributions up to a maximum.
  • We participate in the Ontario Teacher Pension Plan.
  • There is a two-week paid winter closure in December annually.
  • Work a 4-day work week in the months of July and August annually.

If these benefits interest you and you want to join a team that creates a place of learning that supports and inspires students through lifelong learning opportunities, call us today!  We are seeking a valuable team member for Indigenous Early Learning Curriculum Writers to work with the Quality Assurance Team.

INDIGENOUS EARLY LEARNING CURRICULUM WRITERS

1– FULL-TIME POSITION TO AUGUST 2026

1– PART-TIME POSITION TO AUGUST 2026

Classification:    Specialist SP4 Business Development Specialist – Salary Grade Band I

Position Objective:

The Indigenous Early Learning Curriculum Writer is an essential role in a multi-year project to develop 6-8 accredited early learning and childcare professional development micro-credentials in Anishinabemowin to support the ongoing education and training for IELCC leaders, management, and staff. The Indigenous Early Learning Curriculum Writer will lead the project team in creating engaging and effective learning materials that support the development of early learning micro-credentials to support quality Indigenous Early Learning resources that are both informative and inspiring for the Indigenous early learning sector.

This position requires a deep understanding of Indigenous early learning, a passion for Anishinabemowin in early learning, and pedagogical strategies to develop content that enhances learning experiences for learners. By collaborating with educators and subject matter experts, the Indigenous Early Learning Curriculum Writer ensures that the curriculum supports diverse learning styles and fosters an inclusive learning environment.

Qualifications:

  • Minimum Bachelor of ECE or Bachelor of Education
  • Minimum of 4-6 years of experience in curriculum writing
  • Experience in curriculum design, education theory, and Indigenous ECE pedagogy.
  • Knowledge of D2L – Brightspace learning management system or other similar LMS
  • Knowledge of Articulate, Portfoliio, and Microsoft Office software

Job Knowledge and Skills:

  • Creativity in the design of courses
  • Education content creation
  • Instructional design
  • Learning theory application
  • Curriculum Mapping
  • Assessment Development
  • Educational Technology Integration
  • Content Differentiation: adapt education material to suit a wide array of learning styles and abilities
  • Wide array of skills in various instructional strategies
  • AODA – knowledge and experience in creating courses that meet accessibility requirements
  • Able to meet deadlines established in a multi-tasking environment
  • Ability to work independently in-office and when working remotely

Interested applicants are encouraged to contact the Human Resources Department, at humanresources@kenjgewinteg.ca for a FULL job description to provide the scope and an understanding of this position’s responsibilities.

Application Deadline: Tuesday, May 28, 2024 at 4:00 PM

Please note: the successful candidate must be willing to travel when required, possess a valid Ontario Driver’s license, and have access to a reliable vehicle.

Interested individuals can send a complete application package that consists of:

Cover letter, a detailed resume, three (3) current (within one year) references listed, two of which must be professional, and written permission to contact references.  The successful candidate will be required to provide a current Criminal Reference Check.

Applications can be received marked confidential through email at humanresources@kenjgewinteg.ca, or by mail, to:

Kenjgewin Teg

“HR – Indigenous Early Learning Curriculum Writer”

c/o Director of Human Resources

374A Hwy. 551, P.O. Box 328, M’Chigeeng, ON   P0P 1G0

Late applications and incomplete application packages will not be considered. While we thank all applicants, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Please note:  Kenjgewin Teg’s Fitness for Duty Program is implemented and designed to promote developing and maintaining the highest possible levels of worker health and safety in an efficient and productive workplace.

Please note:  Kenjgewin Teg has taken steps to ensure the organization is inclusive within the school community. This includes the shared practice of the First Nation tradition of smudging.

Personal information contained in applications will be used for recruitment purposes and collected as per Freedom Of Information (F.O.I.) And Protection Of Privacy Act, 1987.