Posted 29 days ago
Cree Language Teacher
@ Frontier School Division
Lynn Lake, Manitoba
Overview
Frontier School Division is hiring a Cree Language Teacher at West Lynn Heights School in Lynn Lake, Manitoba, a permanent 1.00 FTE role starting as soon as possible. The work is teaching Cree language to students from Kindergarten to Grade 12 in a school of 235 students. The posting offers a competitive salary, housing support, relocation and travel reimbursement, and an isolation allowance under the Manitoba Teachers' Collective Agreement.
Responsibilities:
- Teach Cree language to K-12 students
- Follow the Manitoba Aboriginal Languages and Culture curriculum framework
- Manage classroom instruction and behaviour
- Integrate Indigenous culture and history into teaching
Requirements summary:
- Bachelor of Education and Manitoba teaching certificate or eligibility
- Fluent written and oral Cree
- Knowledge of Indigenous culture and the Truth and Reconciliation calls to action
- Previous teaching experience
- Strong classroom management skills
Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-10-08
- First seen by our source
- 2026-11-05
- Source record updated
- 2026-11-05
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Job details
| Seniority | Mid level |
| Department | Education |
| Hours per week | 40 (estimated) |
| Schedule | day |
| Travel | air: none · ground: minimal |
| Work setting | School |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical low · computer low |
| Languages | Cree, English |
| Licences & certifications | Manitoba Teaching Certificate |
| Encouraged to apply | Indigenous peoples |
| Education | Bachelor’s degree (required) |
| Fields of study | Education |
| Perks mentioned | Relocation assistance, Transit support, Home office allowance |
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Frontier School Division
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Our focus has been, and always will be, our children, our success, and our future.
Full company description
Since 1965, Frontier School Division has been continually building on our Excellence and Experience in Education. We are committed to developing and maintaining relationships across the diverse communities that comprise Frontier as they play an important role in the strength of our division. Reflecting this diversity in cultural activities and programs enhances the knowledge of our students and their awareness of their own and other cultures. We are fortunate to be able to blend traditional and innovative learning to reflect the needs and aspirations of each community. Areas of Focus: Academics Every student will obtain the literacy and numeracy skills necessary to achieve success in their education. Indigenous Way of Life Indigenous perspectives, language, and way of life in our schools and in our curriculum will advance our path towards reconciliation. Wellness Every school will provide a caring, healthy, safe and inclusive learning and working environment for students, staff and community. We are geographically the largest school division in Manitoba. Our Frontier Family consists of approximately 6,800 students and over 1,500 inspiring teaching and support staff operating in 39 schools in rural, and remote communities in Manitoba.
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- Frontier School Division
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Since 1965, Frontier School Division has been continually building on our Excellence and Experience in Education. We are committed to developing and maintaining relationships across the diverse communities that comprise Frontier as they play an important role in the strength of our division. Reflecting this diversity in cultural activities and programs enhances the knowledge of our students and their awareness of…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Education |
| Company size | 1,001-5,000 employees |
| Organization type | Educational |
| Year founded | 1965 |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 22 |
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Frontier School Division
Invites Applications For The Following Position
Position: Cree Language Teacher
Location: West Lynn Heights School
Start Date: As soon as possible
FTE: 1.00 FTE
Term of Employment: Permanent
Application Deadline: Open Until Filled
ABOUT THE COMMUNITY
West Lynn Heights is a Kindergarten to Grade 12 school with 235 students located in Lynn Lake, Manitoba, approximately 3½ hours by vehicle northwest of Thompson, Manitoba. The area’s natural beauty provides for an abundance of outdoor recreation opportunities.
WHAT WE OFFER
• Highly competitive salary, and a comprehensive benefits package designed to support you both professionally and personally.
• Transportation and relocation expense reimbursement to ensure a smooth transition
• Subsidized housing or a housing allowance.
• Isolation allowance
• Annual travel reimbursement
• Allowances for approved courses
• Additional supports that recognize the importance of work-life balance and continuous growth.
• All of the above, and more, are provided in accordance with the Provincial Manitoba Teachers’ Collective Agreement, including the Frontier School Division addendum.
WHAT YOU BRING
• Bachelor of Education Degree and Valid Manitoba Teaching Certificate (or eligibility for)
• Fluency in the Cree language both written and oral
• Knowledge of Indigenous culture, history, and the Truth and Reconciliation calls to action
• Previous teaching experience
• Familiarity with the Kindergarten to Grade 12 Aboriginal Languages and Culture: Manitoba Curriculum Framework of Outcomes
• Strong classroom management skills
• Experience working in a northern community (considered an asset)
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