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Language Assistant

Job Type

1 Full Time Contract Position

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

LANGUAGE Assistant

(7-MONTH CONTRACT)

 

FT/PT Position: 1 Full-Time Contract Position Available

Location: Wabigoon Lake Ojibway Nation, ON

Reports To: Language Coordinator

Closing Date: open until filled

 

Summary: Under the direction of the Language Coordinator, the Language Assistant will work in collaboration with various staff, community members, and external parties to assist in the development and implementation a multi-year progressive Anishinaabemowin language plan that will be integrated as part of the Wabigoon Lake Ojibway Nation’s Anishinaabemowin Adult Immersion Initiative and Language Preservation Project.

 

Duties:

  • Assist in the coordination of community meetings and community events.

  • Assist in the coordination of bi-weekly language classes.

  • Assist in the development of a multi-year curriculum plan for Anishinaabemowin language classes.

  • Assist with the Anishinaabemowin language camp(s).

  • Assist in the development of various Anishinaabemowin language resources.

  • Assist with relevant administrative duties, such as copying, faxing, scanning, and

e-mailing and record keeping.

  • Attend any required staff and community meetings as requested.

  • Attend and complete any pre-employment an ongoing training as it relates to the position.

  • Other relevant duties as assigned by the Language Coordinator.

 

Qualifications:

  • Possess a secondary (Grade 12) diploma / G.E.D. or equivalent.

  • Knowledge of the Anishinaabe language, culture, traditions, and way of life.

  • Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal.

  • Ability to work effectively with various people, including staff, community members, Elders, youth, and Proficiency in computer software programs, specifically Microsoft Office.

  • Must possess a valid G class driver’s license with access to a reliable vehicle.

  • Must be able and willing to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends.

  • Must be willing and able to travel as required.

  • Must be willing to work outdoors as required.

  • Ability to take direction.

  • Excellent organizational and planning skills.

  • Must possess excellent time management skills and be able to meet required deadlines.

  • Ability to work successfully independently and as part of a team.

  • Ability to maintain confidentiality and adhere to the code of ethics.

  • Must possess a satisfactory Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector.

 

 

 

Please submit a Cover Letter, Resume, and 3 References (with permission to contact) to:

 

Applications can be submitted by e-mail, fax, or in-person to:

Wabigoon Lake Ojibway Nation Band Office

Attention: Human Resources

RR#1, Site 115, Box 300

Dryden, ON P8N 2Y4

T: (807) 938-6684     F: (807) 938-1166

E-mail: humanresources@wlon.org 

 

WE THANK ALL APPLICANTS FOR APPLYING; HOWEVER, ONLY THOSE SELECTED FOR AN INTERVIEW WILL BE CONTACTED.

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