In Anticipation of the 2024-2025 School Year

Rapid Response Northern School Team Member - Teacher

OSSTF or ETFO

Location to be determined.

The Rapid Response Northern School Team (RRNST) is composed of highly-trained and experienced KPDSB school board employees. This team includes certified educators, principals/administrators, and related positions. Members of the team have demonstrated skills in areas such as mental health, literacy, numeracy, outdoor education, and special education. The RRNST is mobilized and assigned rapidly in order to respond to urgent requests made by remote First Nations communities so community schools remain open and staff are supported to deliver programs and support to students during or following community crisis. The team also provides ongoing educational support to schools in First Nations communities with the purpose of improving education and well-being outcomes for Indigenous students.

Qualifications Education & Experience Must be in Good Standing with the Ontario College of Teachers

Special Education, Literacy, and/or Numeracy Specialists would be an asset

The ability to speak a local Indigenous language would be an asset but is not required

Is confident and knowledgeable in preparing and presenting professional development using various formats e.g. technology, in-person

Must be able to travel to rural First Nations communities for extended periods of time (i.e. one week is the average

length of deployment)

School leadership and/or mentorship experience

Demonstrated experience working with Elders and awareness of cultural teachings

Experience working with First Nations students and communities

Excellent interpersonal and cross-cultural skills to work in a First Nations environment

Understanding and experience using a trauma-sensitive approach to learning and developing relationships

Ability to work independently and as a member of a team of professionals

Political acumenThis position will be filled in accordance with the current ETFO and OSSTF Collective Agreements.

Applicants must include the name of three references, authorization for the Keewatin-Patricia District School Board to contact these references, and a copy of the Ontario College of Teachers Certificate of qualification. These documents can be uploaded directly into your Apply to Education portfolio/application.

Sarah Egli

Human Resources Officer The Board thanks all applicants for indicating their interest in this position, however,

only those selected for a personal interview will be contacted. Confidential Information provided by applicants will be used for the purposes of this competition only and

will be protected in accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act This Board is an equal opportunity employer

The Keewatin-Patricia District School Board encourages applications from people with disabilities.

Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. Christy Radbourne, Director of Education

Roger Griffiths, Board Chair