Posted 24 days ago
Education Lead
@ Chipewyan Prairie First Nation
Chard, Alberta
Overview
Chipewyan Prairie First Nation is hiring a full-time Education Lead to provide leadership across its education program, manage budgets and reporting, and work with First Nations education and federal programs. The role involves policy development, financial oversight and community engagement. Hours are Monday to Friday, 7.5 hours per day, with a permanent term and a competitive salary based on experience.
Responsibilities:
- Lead all education matters for Chipewyan Prairie First Nation
- Develop and implement financial plans, policies and budgets
- Ensure effective educational programs and curricula for all students
- Prepare monthly financial statements and federal reporting
- Build relations with staff, schools and the community
Requirements summary:
- Bachelor's degree in education
- 5+ years working with First Nations and federal programs
- Strong understanding of curricula by grade level
- Proficiency in financial software and Microsoft Excel
- Valid Class 5 licence and clean driver's abstract
- Clear criminal record check with vulnerable sector
Tools & skills
Benefits mentioned
Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-10-13
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-16
- Source record updated
- 2026-11-06
These dates describe the source record, not a live verification that the employer is still hiring. Check the original posting.
Job details
| Seniority | Lead |
| Department | Business operations |
| Experience | 5+ years |
| Manages people | Yes |
| Hours per week | 37.5 |
| Schedule | day |
| Travel | ground: moderate |
| Work setting | Office, School |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical low · computer high |
| Languages | English |
| Licences & certifications | Criminal record check with vulnerable sector |
| Driver’s licence | required |
| Background checks | criminal record, driving record |
| Encouraged to apply | Indigenous peoples |
| Education | Bachelor’s degree (required) |
| Fields of study | Education |
| Perks mentioned | Generous paid time off, Retirement plan |
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Chipewyan Prairie First Nation
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 1 |
chipewyan Prairie First Nation
GENERAL DELIVERY Chard, AB T0P 1G0
Ph: 1-780-559-2259
Fax: 1-780-559-2213ion
EDUCATION LEAD (#2024-10-24- EDUCATION)
Location: Chipewyan Prairie First Nation, AB
Term: Full Time (Permanent)
Hours: Monday to Friday 7.5 hours/day
JOB SUMMARY
Chipewyan Prairie First Nation, Alberta is seeking an experienced and competent Education Lead to join our Administration Team. The ideal candidate should have educational experience working
in First Nations, as well as outstanding organization, communication, and leadership skills. This is a rewarding opportunity if you have an appreciation for First Nation culture and a desire to
participate in the enhancement and growth of a First Nation as it enhances its Education program.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
- Develop best teaching practices.
- Implement different curricula based on grade level and school subject, choose textbooks and classroom materials.
- Take the necessary steps to provide a safe and caring environment that fosters well-being and maintains respectful and responsible behavior for each student.
- Take the necessary steps to provide for the safety and welfare of students while participating in school programs or while being transported to or from school programs on transportation provided by CPFN.
- Take the necessary steps to provide facilities to accommodate CPFN students.
- Provide leadership in all matters relating to education in Chipewyan Prairie First Nation
- Develop and implement financial plans, and policies to support the educational organization's goals and objectives, as identified by leadership.
- Ensure that effective and appropriate educational programs are delivered to all students.
- Establish and maintain clear, consistent expectations that encourage pupils to pursue educational goals.
- Develop and maintain positive and effective relations with staff.
- Develop and maintain positive and effective relations with surrounding schools and board departments.
- Provide leadership to promote clear, consistent, expectations that focus on successful outcomes for students.
- Provide leadership for the development and review of a multi-year strategic plan.
- Facilitate the planning, development, implementation, review and evaluation of policies.
- Provide leadership in the planning, development, implementation, review and evaluation of administrative procedures.
- Ensure that open, transparent and positive internal and external communications are in place.
- Participate in community affairs in order to enhance and support the CPFN Education Program and promote public education.
- Participate in the educational operations of the organization, including budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting.
- Ensuring effective communication and collaboration with leadership and senior management.
- Strong understanding of Indigenous Services Canada Programs as it related to the Education program.
- Ensure monthly financial statements are complete and released in a timely manner.
- Meeting with Finance Director regularly to develop and review monthly statements to ensure financial reporting that is timely and relevant to their operation and/or funding agreement and management work plans.
- Experience and understanding in nominal roll reporting process.
- Collaborate with other departments to support business development initiatives and ensure financial feasibility as required from time to time.
- Work closely with the Administrative Director to coordinate and prioritize financial issues as it relates to the education area.
- Travel as required.
- Maybe be required to taken on additional duties from time to time.
QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS:
- Able to supply a clear criminal record check with vulnerable sector.
- Ability to communicate in the Dene language is an asset.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams.
- Strong organizational skills to prioritize tasks and responsibilities.
- Ability to work independently and with others in a team environment.
- Must have strong numerical, verbal, and written skills.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality with respect to business matters.
- Proficient in financial software systems and Microsoft Excel.
- Valid class 5 Driver's License & Clean Driver's Abstract Required
- Successful candidate will be required near Chipewyan Prairie First Nation, Alberta (located 127 km south of Fort Mc Murray).
- A Bachelor's Degree in Education.
- 5+ year of experience working with First Nations and understand the federal programs and reporting requirements.
- Strong understanding of curricula, as it relates to each grade level.
- Experience working in a First Nations community including knowledge of First Nations culture, traditions and values.
- Experience meeting deadlines under pressure.
BENEFITS:
- Dental Care
- Extended Health Care
- Employer Matching Retirement Savings Plan
- Paid Vacation & Sick Time
- Competitive Salary
Salary based on experience and qualifications.
DOCUMENTATION REQUIRED:
- Cover Letter,
- Resume,
- Criminal Record Check(must be current within the last 6 months)and
- Three (3) work related references
Note: Only applicants who have submitted all required documents will be considered.
If submitting by email, please reference completion Number #2024-10-24- Education .
Elaine Vandall
Administrative Director
General Delivery
Chard, Alberta T0G 2K0
Fax: 780-559-2213
Closing Date for this Employment Opportunity will be:Until a Suitable Candidate is
found.
Applicants we thank you in advance for your interest, however, only those selected for aninterview will be contacted.
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