Posted 21 days ago
Grade 1 Teacher
@ Yellow Quill First Nation
Saskatchewan
Overview
Yellow Quill First Nation is hiring a Grade 1 Teacher to plan and deliver Saskatchewan Grade 1 curriculum instruction, manage classroom routines and behaviour, and support students with varied learning needs. The posting requires a Bachelor of Education and a valid Saskatchewan Professional "A" Teaching Certificate, and lists a valid driver's licence and reliable transportation as qualifications.
Responsibilities:
- Plan and deliver Saskatchewan Grade 1 curriculum instruction
- Teach foundational reading, phonics, writing and early numeracy
- Establish classroom routines and positive behaviour support
- Adapt instruction for students with varied learning needs
- Maintain records and communicate with families
Requirements summary:
- Bachelor of Education degree
- Valid Saskatchewan Professional "A" Teaching Certificate
- Strong early years instruction and classroom management
- Understanding of Saulteaux culture or willingness to learn
- Valid driver's licence and reliable transportation
Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-10-16
- First seen by our source
- 2026-11-05
- Source record updated
- 2026-11-05
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Job details
| Department | Education |
| Travel | air: none |
| Work setting | School |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical low · computer moderate |
| Languages | English |
| Licences & certifications | Saskatchewan Professional "A" Teaching Certificate |
| Driver’s licence | required |
| Education | Bachelor’s degree (required) |
| Fields of study | Education |
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Yellow Quill First Nation
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 10 |
">The Opportunity
NEC is seeking a resilient, caring, and highly organized Grade 1 Teacher with strong classroom management skills and a commitment to helping young learners build a positive foundation for school.
The successful candidate will establish predictable routines, teach expectations explicitly, and respond calmly and consistently to challenging behavior. We are looking for a teacher who combines clear boundaries with warmth, patience, and high expectations for every child.
">Key Responsibilities
Plan and deliver engaging instruction aligned with Saskatchewan Grade 1 curriculum outcomes.
Provide explicit instruction in foundational reading, phonological awareness, phonics, oral language, writing, and early numeracy.
Use assessment to identify learning needs and provide appropriate individual and small-group instruction.
Establish and practice routines for transitions, materials, independent work, and respectful interactions.
Use positive, developmentally appropriate behavior support and de-escalation strategies.
Adapt instruction for students with different learning needs and implement classroom responsibilities identified in their individual plans.
Maintain organized lesson plans, assessment records, attendance records, and timely family communication.
Collaborate with educational assistants, student services staff, and school leadership.
Incorporate culturally relevant learning and appropriate land-based experiences with community guidance.
Participate in staff meetings, professional learning, and school activities and Extra- Curricular.
">Qualifications
Bachelor of Education degree.
Valid Saskatchewan Professional “A” Teaching Certificate.
Demonstrated strength in early years instruction and classroom management.
Strong organizational skills and dependable follow-through.
Ability to remain calm, flexible, and solution-focused when challenges arise.
Commitment to inclusive, culturally responsive, and trauma-informed teaching.
Ability to build respectful relationships with students, families, and colleagues.
Understanding of Saulteaux culture, or a willingness to learn and follow local cultural protocols.
- Valid Driver's License and Reliable Transportation.
Experience in a First Nations school and training in early literacy are assets.
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