Aboriginal HIPPY Program Coordinator

Community

Yellow Quill First Nation

THE POSITION

Under the supervision of Nawigizigweyas Education Centre (NEC) Principal we are seeking an Aboriginal HIPPY (Home Instruction for Parents of Preschool Youngsters) Program Coordinator who is responsible for the development of a home instruction program for preschool youngsters to improve their linguistic, social and cognitive skills.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Deliver parent and community workshops to introduce HIPPY
• Strengthen relationships and support for HIPPY
• Recruit and develop an advisory committee to support HIPPY program
• Engage and collaborate with external community programs (health clinic, child & family services, etc.)
• Ensure sound financial systems
• Work closely with Curriculum Design and Home Visitor Training Development programs
• Submit regular reports to STC and Aboriginal HIPPY Canada
• Perform other duties as assigned by immediate supervisors

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor of Education Degree with specialization in Early Childhood Education or Early Childhood Development; and a valid Saskatchewan Teaching Certificate
• Minimum 2 years teaching experiencing in Early Childhood Education or Early Childhood Development
• Effective interpersonal skills
• Strong organizational, facilitation and program coordination skills
• Experience working effectively with families and communities
• Education or experience working with children with special needs would be an asset
• Knowledge of Saulteaux language and culture would be an asset
• Possess a valid driver’s license
• Ability to provide a criminal records check (CPIC) and vulnerable sector check.

APPLICATION PROCESS

Job posting closes 4:00 p.m. on January 20, 2017.

To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter detailing your qualifications along with three (3) references that include the most recent employer by mail, fax, or email to:

Attention: Blaine Kinniewess
Director of Operations
P.O. Box 40
Yellow Quill SK
S0A 3A0
Fax: (306) 322 2304
Email: blainekinniewess@live.ca

Thank you for your interest, only those selected for interview will be contacted.

Applicants are required to state how they meet the eligibility requirements in their cover letter.

* Internal postings are STC employment opportunites – open to qualified members of Kinistin Saulteaux Nation, Mistawasis First Nation, Muskeg Lake Cree Nation, Muskoday First Nation, One Arrow First Nation, Whitecap Dakota First Nation, Yellow Quill First Nation, or current permanent employees of the Saskatoon Tribal Council.

* External postings are STC employment opportunites – open for application by the general public

* Community Postings are STC member First Nation employment opportunities – open for application by the general public