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Employment Opportunity Full Time Position: Teacher

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Peigan Board of Education

Employment Opportunity Full Time Position: Teacher

Overview

Peigan Board of Education is eager to provide the members of Piikani Nation, as well as other persons attending schools on the Piikani Nation, with quality education in an authentic learning environment that aims to meet the aspirations of the Piikani people, including the institution of programs and other activities that promote and enhance the Piikani Nation’s unique language, culture and traditions;

Peigan Board of Education is keen in hiring Teachers who will plan, organize and implement an appropriate instructional program in a learning environment that guides and encourages students to develop and fulfill their academic potential.

Duties and Responsibilities

  • use Alberta Education Program of Studies Educational Outcomes to plan, prepare and deliver instructional activities that facilitate active learning experiences
  • implement Alberta Teacher Association Teacher Quality Standards Knowledge, Skills and Attributes
  • infuse planning documents and lessons with Piikani ways of knowing/Piikanissini
  • adhere to Peigan Board of Education Policy
  • develop long and short range plans, daily lessons plans, and scope and sequence for each course including assessments practices
  • establish and communicate clear outcomes for all learning activities
  • prepare classroom for class activities
  • provide a variety of learning materials and resources for use in educational activities
  • identify and select instructional resources and methods to meet students’ varying needs
  • refer, participate and plan assessments of students requiring Special Education/Learning Support services
  • plan and deliver differentiated instruction to students whose learning support requires such teaching as identified in student Individual Program Plans (IPP)
  • instruct and monitor students in the use of learning materials and equipment
  • use relevant technology to support instruction
  • observe and evaluate student’s performance and development
  • assign and grade class work, homework, tests and assignments
  • provide appropriate feedback on work
  • encourage and monitor the progress of individual students
  • maintain accurate and complete records of students’ progress and development
  • update all attendance records, grading reports, report cards, anecdotal records regularly, accurately and completely
  • prepare required reports on students and activities
  • manage student behavior in the classroom by establishing and enforcing rules and procedures
  • maintain discipline in accordance with the rules and disciplinary systems of the school
  • apply appropriate disciplinary measures where necessary
  • perform certain learning support duties including student support, counseling students with academic problems and providing student encouragement
  • participate in extracurricular activities such as social activities, sporting activities, clubs and student organizations
  • participate in school meetings (staff, parent, committee, divisional, specialist, collaborative)
  • communicate necessary information regularly to students, colleagues and parents regarding student progress and student needs including attending Parent Teacher Interviews
  • keep updated through professional development in subject area, teaching resources, methods and new school initiatives and make relevant changes to instructional plans and activities

Education and Requirements

  • Bachelor of Education or higher from an accredited institution
  • Alberta Education Teaching Certification – Interim or Professional
  • Clear Criminal Record Check and Vulnerable Sector Check
  • Knowledge of Blackfoot Language and Culture an asset

Deadline: Friday, June 23, 2023 before 12:00 PM

Submit cover letter, resume, copies of education requirements and security checks to:

Peigan Board of Education
P.O Box 130
Brocket, AB, T0K 0H0
Tel: 403-965-2121 Fax: 403-965-3713
Email: lpard@piikani.ca

Employment Opportunity Full Time Position: Piikani Nation Secondary School Principal

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Peigan Board of Education

Employment Opportunity Full Time Position: Piikani Nation Secondary School Principal

Position: Full Time

Position Summary

Peigan Board of Education is keen in hiring a Principal who will plan, organize and implement an appropriate instructional program in a learning environment that guides and encourages students to develop and fulfill their academic potential. As a school system leader, the main responsibilities will include developing and implementing policies, programs, curriculum activities and budgets.

Duties and Responsibilities

The Principal reports to the Assistant Superintendent. As Principal, you will be responsible for research, development, and implementation of instructional programming, discipline, extra-curricular activities, PBOE strategic planning, school evaluation initiatives, and community collaboration all designed to promote social, physical, intellectual, and cultural growth for our Piikani Nation students. Additional responsibilities of the Principal include:

  • Supervises all school personnel, directly and/or indirectly
  • Observing, supervising, mentoring, and evaluating staff performance
  • Developing school initiatives which enhance and promote student success
  • Developing and monitoring all budgets as they pertain to school operations
  • Monitoring First Nations Student Success Program including planning and budgets (requisitions, budgets, approval process, monitoring, and collaboration/accounting with PBOE Financial Administrator)
  • Monitoring Special Education Program including planning and budgets (requisitions, budgets, approval process, monitoring, and collaboration/accounting with PBOE Financial Administrator)
  • Ensuring the Alberta Education Program of Studies are being implemented in classrooms
  • Ensuring the ATA Teacher Quality Standards Knowledge, Skills, & Attributes are being attained by teaching staff
  • Chairing meetings (staff, divisional, specialist, etc.)
  • Inter-curricular and extra-curricular supervision
  • Infusion of Piikani First Nations ways of knowing including culture and language programming
  • Strive to develop an energetic, positive, creative school atmosphere
  • Strive to develop teacher mentorship in school

Qualifications & Education Requirements

  •  Bachelor of Education Degree
  • Experience as Principal/Assistant Principal plus a minimum of 5 years teaching experience
  • Alberta Teachers certificate
  • Clear criminal record check & vulnerable sector check
  • Knowledge of Blackfoot Language and Culture an asset

Deadline Friday, June 23, 2023 before 12:00 PM

Submit cover letter, resume, copies of education requirements and security checks to:

PEIGAN BOARD OF EDUCATION – Attn: Human Resources
P.O. Box 130 Brocket, AB T0K 0H0
Tel: 403-965-3910 Fax: 403-965-3713
Email: lpard@piikani.ca

 

Employment Opportunity: Finance Technician

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PEIGAN BOARD OF EDUCATION
Announcing the Availability of the Following Full Time Position: Finance Technician

Summary of Position:

The Finance Technician is responsible for a wide variety of administrative accounting tasks involving data entry, reconciling bank statements, handling the accounts payables and receivables, assisting with year-end audit procedures and generating a variety of financial reports for the Finance Department.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities:

  • Maintain accounts receivable and accounts payable records, ledgers and journals;
  • Processes expense payments incurred by PBOE;
  • Processes and prepares accounts payable and receivable for payment and enters data into QuickBooks accounting software; checks for accuracy, prints and mails cheques, update employee payroll records as needed;
  • Ensure cheque signing and distribution process is adhered to and monitored;
  • Receives cash and other incoming payments from PBOE operations – excluding major funding and proposal based funding, prepares and issues receipts, makes bank deposits;
  • Maintains accounts payable and receivable records and files;
  • Prepares reports by compiling summaries of earnings, taxes, deductions, leave, disability and wages;
  • Resolves payroll discrepancies by collecting and analyzing information;
  • Provides payroll information by answering questions and requests; maintains payroll operations by following policies and procedures; reporting needed changes;
  • Researches inquiries regarding purchase orders, requisitions, payments and other accounting issues;
  • Audits vendor cheques for proper amounts, duplication or other errors;
  • Liaise with all department managers to provide financial information support;
  • Maintain employee confidence and protects payroll operations by keeping information confidential:
  • Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed;
  • Perform related duties as required.

Qualifications:

  • Business Administration Diploma preferred,
  • Must have 2-3 years of direct work experience in a bookkeeping & payroll function;
  • Consideration of acceptable combination of education which includes at least 2 post-secondary accounting courses and progressively responsible experience;
  • Demonstrated knowledge of QuickBooks financial software;
  • Clean criminal record and intervention checks;
  • Knowledge of Blackfoot/Piikani Language & Culture an asset.

Key Competencies:

  • Good oral and written communication skills
  • Good interpersonal skills, have the desire and compassion to assist people
  • Exceptional organizational and time management skills
  • The ability to work independently and/or as part of a team
  • Ability to concentrate for extended periods of time
  • Detail oriented

Submit cover letter, resume, references letters (3), copies of education requirements and background checks to:

Peigan Board of Education
P.O. Box 130 Brocket, Alberta T0K 0H0
Tel: 403-965-2121 Fax: 403-965-3713
Email: lpard@piikani.ca

Deadline: Open until filled.

Employment Opportunity: School Security Monitor

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PEIGAN BOARD OF EDUCATION
Employment Opportunity: School Security Monitor

Job Position

Under the direction of the Principal, the Security Monitor is responsible for providing daily security for the school building and property and ensures the safety and security of students, staff, building and grounds. This position patrols school property and alerts Administration of all safety and security concerns. The Security Monitor responds to emergencies, intervenes in interpersonal conflicts, and directs students and staff in crisis situations.

Duties & Responsibilities::

  • Monitors and patrols school building, grounds and property during school hours; (50% of time)
  • Monitors for vandalism, theft and trespassing on school property;
  • Informs school administration of unauthorized personnel on campus;
  • Secures school building entrances, exits and appropriate offices;
  • Monitors for student truancy;
  • Monitors students for drug, alcohol and tobacco use;
  • Monitors hallways and bathrooms for improper student behavior;
  • Informs students of inappropriate behavior;
  • Intervenes in interpersonal conflicts on school property;
  • Informs involved parties of rules and consequences of when school policy is being broken;
  • Escorts students to appropriate school staff when necessary;
  • Determines safety or security issues and reports the issues to school administrators;
  • Assists in identifying students who may need special monitoring or assistance due to discipline issues or personal problems;
  • Works closely with and through building administrators concerning student behavioral issues and policy interpretations;
  • Compiles information and completes associated reports;
  • Submits reports to school administrators;
  • Provides details of incidents to police when required.

Qualifications:

  • High school diploma or GED
  • Security Experience / Certification preferable
  • Clear criminal record check for the vulnerable sector
  • Knowledge of Blackfoot Language and Culture

Submit cover letter, resume, references letters (3), copies of education requirements and background checks to:

Peigan Board of Education
P.O. Box 130 Brocket, Alberta T0K 0H0
Tel: 403-965-2121 Fax: 403-965-3713

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Employment Opportunity Full Time Position: Principal

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Peigan Board of Education

Employment Opportunity Full Time Position: Principal

Position: Full Time

Position Summary

Peigan Board of Education is keen in hiring a Principal who will plan, organize and implement an appropriate instructional program in a learning environment that guides and encourages students to develop and fulfill their academic potential. As a school system leader, the main responsibilities will include developing and implementing of policies, programs, curriculum activities and budgets.

Duties and Responsibilities

As Principal, you will be responsible for research, development, and implementation of instructional programming, discipline, extra-curricular activities, PBOE strategic planning, school evaluation initiatives, and community collaboration all designed to promote social, physical, intellectual, and cultural growth for our Piikani Nation children. Additional responsibilities of the Principal include:

  • Reports to Superintendent
  • Supervises all school personnel, directly and/or indirectly
  • Observing, supervising, mentoring, and evaluating staff performance
  • Developing school initiatives which enhance and promote student success
  • Developing and monitoring all budgets as they pertain to school operations
  • Monitoring First Nations Student Success Program including planning and budgets (requisitions, budgets, approval process, monitoring, and collaboration/accounting with PBOE Financial Administrator)
  • Monitoring Special Education Program including planning and budgets (requisitions, budgets, approval process, monitoring, and collaboration/accounting with PBOE Financial Administrator)
  • Ensuring the Alberta Education Program of Studies are being implemented in classrooms
  • Ensuring the ATA Teacher Quality Standards Knowledge, Skills, & Attributes are being attained by teaching staff
  • Chairing meetings (staff, divisional, specialist, etc.)
  • Inter-curricular and extra-curricular supervision
  • Infusion of Piikani First Nations ways of knowing including culture and language programming
  • Strive to develop an energetic, positive, creative school atmosphere
  • Strive to develop teacher mentorship in school
  • Promote Piikanissini in every aspect of a student’s school environment; promoting enriching academic and personal activities for students.

Education and Experience

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Education required, Masters of Education Degree preferred
  • Certified Teacher and Administrator
  • Minimum of five (5) years teaching experience combined with five (5) years of Administration and/or Management experience
  • Experience in Land-based learning and curriculum development
  • Experience working in a First Nations community including knowledge First Nations culture, traditions and values
  • Ability to speak, read and write Blackfoot considered an asset
  • Clean Criminal Record Check with vulnerable sector required
  • Valid class 5 driver’s license and clean driver’s abstract required

Deadline Thursday, December 29, 2022

Submit cover letter, resume, copies of education requirements and security checks to:

PEIGAN BOARD OF EDUCATION – Attn: Human Resources
P.O. Box 130 Brocket, AB T0K 0H0
Tel: 403-965-3910 Fax: 403-965-3713
Email: lpard@piikani.ca

 

Employment Opportunity Full Time Position: Learning Support Teacher

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Peigan Board of Education

Employment Opportunity Full Time Position: Learning Support Teacher

Position Summary

Peigan Board of Education continues to enhance student services through new initiatives such as inclusive education. The Learning Support Teacher works primarily with children who require special instructional services to help them learn and develop to their potential

Position Responsibilities

  • use Alberta Education Program of Studies Educational Outcomes to plan, prepare and deliver instructional activities that facilitate active learning experiences
  • implement Alberta Teacher Association Teacher Quality Standards Knowledge, Skills and Attributes
  • infuse planning documents and lessons with Piikani ways of knowing/Piikanissini
  • adhere to Peigan Board of Education Policy
  • completion of assessments and reporting as required for funding (including AANDC reporting and compliances)
  • plan and deliver differentiated instruction to students whose learning support requires such teaching as identified in student Individual Program Plans (IPP)
  • refer, participate and plan assessments of students requiring Special Education/Learning Support services
  • establish and communicate clear outcomes for all learning activities
  • assist teachers in preparation of class activities
  • provide a variety of learning materials and resources for use in educational activities
  • identify and select instructional resources and methods to meet students’ varying needs
  • instruct and monitor students in the use of learning materials and equipment
  • use relevant technology to support instruction
  • observe and evaluate student’s performance and development
  • provide appropriate feedback on work
  • encourage and monitor the progress of individual students
  • maintain accurate and complete records of students’ progress and development
  • update all attendance records, grading reports, report cards, anecdotal records regularly, accurately and completely
  • prepare required reports on students and activities
  • assist teachers with implementing behavior management strategies to manage student behavior in the classroom by establishing and enforcing rules and procedures
  • assist teachers with implementing behavior management strategies to maintain discipline in accordance with the rules and disciplinary systems of the school
  • assist teachers with implementing behavior management strategies to apply appropriate disciplinary measures where necessary
  • counseling students with academic problems and providing student encouragement
  • participate in extracurricular activities such as social activities, sporting activities, clubs and student organizations
  • participate in school meetings (staff, parent, committee, divisional, specialist, collaborative)
  • communicate necessary information regularly to students, colleagues and parents regarding student progress and student needs including attending Parent Teacher Interviews
  • keep updated through professional development in subject area, teaching resources, methods and new school initiatives and make relevant changes to instructional plans and activities

Qualifications & Education Requirements

  • Bachelor of Education or higher from an accredited institution
  • Specialization or higher from an accredited institution in the area of inclusive education, learning support/special education
  • Alberta Education Teaching Certification – Interim or Professional
  • Clear Criminal Record Check and Intervention Check

Deadline: Thursday, December 29, 2022

Submit cover letter, resume, copies of education requirements and security checks to:

Peigan Board of Education
P.O Box 130
Brocket, AB, T0K 0H0
Tel: 403-965-2121 Fax: 403-965-3713
Email: lpard@piikani.ca

Employment Opportunities (as of September 16, 2022)

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EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

Interested candidates may apply by fax or email with cover letter, resume, copies of education requirements & security checks to:

PEIGAN BOARD OF EDUCATION – Attn: Human Resources
P.O. Box 130 Brocket, AB T0K 0H0
Tel: 403-965-3910 Fax: 403-965-3713
Email: lpard@piikani.ca

Application Deadline: September 23, 2022

We would like to thank all applicants, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

 

Employment Opportunity Full Time Position: Assistant Principal

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Peigan Board of Education

Employment Opportunity Full Time Position: Assistant Principal

Position: Full Time

Position Summary

The Assistant Principal will plan, organize and implement an appropriate instructional program in a learning environment that guides and encourages students to develop and fulfill their academic potential. The Assistant Principal will report to the school Principal and will work closely with administrative staff to obtain the goal of providing quality education to students that promotes and enhances the Piikani Nation’s unique language, culture and traditions. Community collaboration will be a requirement of this position with the goal of promoting social, physical, intellectual and cultural growth for Piikani School children.

Position Responsibilities

  • Assist Principal with instructional programming;
  • Deliver disciplinary procedure as per PBOE policy;
  • Administer extra-curricular activities
  • Participate in PBOE strategic planning initiatives;
  • Participate in school evaluation initiatives;
  • Observe, supervise, mentor, and evaluate staff performance
  • Develop school initiatives which enhance and promote student success
  • Monitor First Nations Student Success Program including planning and budgets (requisitions, budgets, approval process, monitoring, and collaboration/accounting with PBOE Financial Administrator)
  • Ensure the Alberta Education Program of Studies are being implemented in classrooms
  • Ensure the Teacher Quality Standards Knowledge, Skills, & Attributes are being attained by teaching staff
  • Chair meetings (staff, divisional, specialist, etc)
  • Inter-curricular and extra-curricular supervision
  • Infusion of Piikani First Nations ways of knowing including culture and language programming
  • Strive to develop an energetic, positive, creative school atmosphere
  • Strive to develop teacher mentorship in school

Education and Requirements

  • Bachelor degree in education
  • Masters degree in education
  • 5 – 7 years of experience as a senior teacher or department manager
  • Teachers certificate for the province of Alberta
  • Clean criminal record check & intervention check

Deadline September 23, 2022 before 4 pm

Submit cover letter, resume, references letters (3), copies of education requirements and background checks to:

PEIGAN BOARD OF EDUCATION – Attn: Human Resources
P.O. Box 130 Brocket, AB T0K 0H0
Tel: 403-965-3910 Fax: 403-965-3713
Email: lpard@piikani.ca

 

Employment Opportunity Position: Blackfoot Language and Culture Coordinator

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Peigan Board of Education

Employment Opportunity Position: Blackfoot Language and Culture Coordinator
Reports to: Superintendent

Overview

Reporting to the Superintendent, the Blackfoot Language & Culture (BLC) Coordinator will collaborate with all PBOE staff and and the BLC committee to ensure that Blackfoot language, culture, history, and protocols are evident in all PBOE organizational activities. The BLC Coordinator will continue the documentation, research, stabilization and promotion of Piikanissini and the Blackfoot Language and Culture. The BLC Coordinator will work within the policies and procedures established by Peigan Board of Education.

Duties and Responsibilities

  • Lead the development of structure and protocol of Elder/resource presentations
  • Assist in the research and plan development of Blackfoot 30 graduation requirement for PNSS students
  • Manage the development of the Piikani Language Revitalization Initiative
  • Ensure the ongoing education of Piikani students in Piikanissini by consulting and collaborating with Piikani Elders, storytellers and historians to bring authentic cultural components into classrooms
  • Ensure Piikani students are educated in Treaty 7 and the Blackfoot Confederacy as it relates to Piikanissini
  • Ensure Piikani students are educated in the Truth & Reconciliation on Indian Residential Schools
  • Provide the opportunity to Piikani students and their families in the Piikani traditional name giving ceremony
  • Research and implement a locally developed instructional program for Blackfoot language and culture
  • Assist in the coordination of Blackfoot Language & Culture instruction by developing a BLC work plan in collaboration with the BLC committee
  • Assist in the development of a strategy for Blackfoot Language instruction to all PBOE educators, teachers, elders through professional development
  • Assist administrators in implementing BLC / Piikanissini program of studies into all subjects
  • Evaluate and develop strategies to measure student success in language and culture revitalization initiatives
  • Assist educators in the development and implementation of multiple intelligence strategies and methods of instruction
  • Provide online BLC content to the PBOE website and ensure the content is continuously updated
  • Complete the development and writing of the book: Piikani: A Nation in Transition (Vol. 2)
  • Host and administer the Elders Senate
  • Proposal writing

Education & Experience:

  • Post-secondary degree in education or in the social sciences or relevant field of study
  • 5-7 years of program management experience
  • Strong knowledge and awareness of Blackfoot Language and Culture (Piikanissini)
  • Fluent speaker of the Blackfoot language
  • Must have valid driver’s license and transportation
  • Must have clean security record checks
  • Must provide letters of reference from a minimum of two Piikani Nation Elders

Qualifications:

  • Strong communication, writing and organizational skills are essential
  • Effective interpersonal, analytical skills and problem solving skills
  • Experience in planning, developing and implementing events and activities
  • Ability to work unsupervised and demonstrate motivation and initiative

Interested candidates may apply by fax or email with cover letter, resume, copies of education requirements, letters of reference & security checks to:

Peigan Board of Education
P.O Box 130
Brocket, AB, T0K 0H0
Tel: 403-965-2121 Fax: 403-965-3713
Email: lpard@piikani.ca

Application DEADLINE UPDATED: September 23, 2022

We would like to thank all applicants, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Employment Opportunity Full Time Position: Junior High Teacher – Grade 7

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Peigan Board of Education

Announcing the Availability of the Following Full Time Position: Junior High Teacher – Grade 7

Position: Full Time

Position Summary

Peigan Board of Education is eager to provide the members of Piikani Nation, as well as other persons attending schools on the Piikani Nation, with quality education in an authentic learning environment that aims to meet the aspirations of the Piikani people, including the institution of programs and other activities that promote and enhance the Piikani Nation’s unique language, culture and traditions;  Peigan Board of Education is keen in hiring Teachers who will plan, organize and implement an appropriate instructional program in a learning environment that guides and encourages students to develop and fulfill their academic potential.

Position Responsibilities

  • use Alberta Education Program of Studies Educational Outcomes to plan, prepare and deliver instructional activities that facilitate active learning experiences
  • implement Alberta Teacher Association Teacher Quality Standards Knowledge, Skills and Attributes
  • infuse planning documents and lessons with Piikani ways of knowing/Piikanissini
  • adhere to Peigan Board of Education Policy
  • develop long and short range plans, daily lessons plans, and scope and sequence for each course including assessments practices
  • establish and communicate clear outcomes for all learning activities
  • prepare classroom for class activities
  • provide a variety of learning materials and resources for use in educational activities
  • identify and select instructional resources and methods to meet students’ varying needs
  • refer, participate and plan assessments of students requiring Special Education/Learning Support services
  • plan and deliver differentiated instruction to students whose learning support requires such teaching as identified in student Individual Program Plans (IPP)
  • instruct and monitor students in the use of learning materials and equipment
  • use relevant technology to support instruction
  • observe and evaluate student’s performance and development
  • assign and grade class work, homework, tests and assignments
  • provide appropriate feedback on work
  • encourage and monitor the progress of individual students
  • maintain accurate and complete records of students’ progress and development
  • update all attendance records, grading reports, report cards, anecdotal records regularly, accurately and completely
  • prepare required reports on students and activities
  • manage student behavior in the classroom by establishing and enforcing rules and procedures
  • maintain discipline in accordance with the rules and disciplinary systems of the school
  • apply appropriate disciplinary measures where necessary
  • perform certain learning support duties including student support, counseling students with academic problems and providing student encouragement
  • participate in extracurricular activities such as social activities, sporting activities, clubs and student organizations
  • participate in school meetings (staff, parent, committee, divisional, specialist, collaborative)
  • communicate necessary information regularly to students, colleagues and parents regarding student progress and student needs including attending Parent Teacher Interviews
  • keep updated through professional development in subject area, teaching resources, methods and new school initiatives and make relevant changes to instructional plans and activities

Education and Requirements

  • Bachelor of Education or higher from an accredited institution
  • Alberta Education Teaching Certification – Interim or Professional
  • Criminal Record Check and Child & Youth Information Module (CYIM) Check
  • Demonstrated knowledge of Blackfoot Language and Culture

DEADLINE UPDATED September 25, 2022

Submit cover letter, resume, references letters (3), copies of education requirements and background checks to:

PEIGAN BOARD OF EDUCATION – Attn: Human Resources
P.O. Box 130 Brocket, AB T0K 0H0
Tel: 403-965-3910 Fax: 403-965-3713
Email: lpard@piikani.ca