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K-2 Teacher (1.0 FTE Permanent)
Burstall School
Competition #4035
The Chinook School Division requires a full time (1.0 FTE) permanent K-2 teacher at Burstall School beginning August 26, 2026. The specific assignment and classes will be determined with the successful candidate based on their skills and qualifications. Burstall School is a K-8 school with approximately 35 students and 3 teachers.
The Chinook School Division is proud to serve over 6,000 students in 60 schools, with over 1,000 collegial and student-centered teachers and support staff. We are a vibrant and progressive school division located within Saskatchewan's great Southwest. Our Division is committed to our guiding principles; Communication, Shared Responsibility, Positive Relationships and Ongoing Monitoring and Improvement. The Division affirms the right of all students and staff to be contributing members of a school community that is safe, caring and respectful of all people.
Chinook is committed to supporting diversity and inclusion in our schools and workplace as indicated in Successful candidates are expected to:
- demonstrate an understanding of the importance of supporting a welcoming environment;
- present a positive attitude towards inclusion and diversity;
- identify opportunities to support inclusion and diversity and;
- take meaningful action.
Qualifications:
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Effective interpersonal and communication skills;
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Proven ability to work collaboratively and an ability to work in a team environment;
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A teaching philosophy that reflects a constructivist and cooperative learning approach;
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Ability to work effectively within an environment which includes developing meaningful and productive relationships with students, parents, PLC's, professionals and community service agencies;
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Demonstrated ability to connect with youth in a student-centered learning environment in addition to having an interest or willingness to connect with students outside of the classroom;
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Demonstrates a commitment to truth and reconciliation
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Demonstrates a commitment to supporting diversity and inclusion
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Successful teaching experience or training;
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Knowledge of early learning principles and early childhood education;
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Knowledge of Balanced Literacy and Guided Math would be an asset;
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Certified as a Teacher in good standing in Saskatchewan or the ability to be certified.
Please submit your application electronically via Apply to Education including a cover letter addressed to Ken Garinger, Superintendent of Human Resources (indicating competition #4035), a résumé, complete with three references and any supporting documents as soon as possible. This position will remain open until a suitable candidate has been found.
For more information about this position, please contact Jason Russell, Principal at (306)679-2230 or Steve Michaluk, Superintendent of Schools at (306)778-9200.
Successful applicants must agree to a criminal records check including a vulnerable sector search.
While all applications are appreciated, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
By virtue of the submission of an application, the applicant agrees that the Director or designate can contact previous employers for the purpose of conducting confidential reference checks whether or not the applicant has listed a reference for that employer
