About Us:
Join the dedicated team at SSDEC, responsible for delivering exceptional K-12 education to five vibrant communities in the South Slave region of the Northwest Territories. Our eight schools are the heart of communities rich in northern traditions and boast a combined student population of 1,300.
Your New Community:
Located on the scenic east arm of the Great Slave Lake in a remote setting, Lutsel K'e (population 350) is the most northern traditional Chipewyan community in the NWT. With unrivalled natural beauty, the deepest fresh water in the western hemisphere producing trophy sized lake trout, traditional hunting, trapping and artwork as centre pieces of the culture, the community is unique in the South Slave. As a fly-in community, Lutsel K'e is linked to southern destinations via daily scheduled air service to Yellowknife. Lutsel K'e is home to the Lutsel K'e Dene School (JK-12). With a dedicated teaching staff, and recent retrofit and technology upgrades, the school serves the educational needs of a predominantly Chipewyan student population. At Lutsel K'e Dene School, a high value is placed on the promotion of respect, self-worth, community, and high educational standards from both the Dene and Western perspectives.
About the Role The successful candidate will deliver a range of subjects to students at a variety of levels, while fostering a supportive, inclusive, and engaging classroom environment. This role requires a flexible educator who values relationship-building, cultural responsiveness, and student-centered learning.
Key Responsibilities
- Plan and deliver engaging, developmentally appropriate instruction across subject areas
- Create a positive and inclusive classroom that supports diverse learning needs
- Use differentiated instruction and inclusive education practices to meet all learners where they are
- Build strong relationships with students, families, and community members
- Incorporate Dene culture, language, and ways of knowing into daily teaching practices
- Participate in and support land-based learning opportunities
- Collaborate with colleagues, support staff, and leadership to enhance student success
- Monitor and assess student progress, using data to inform instruction
Qualifications and Experience
- Bachelor of Education (or equivalent) and eligibility for NWT teaching certification
- Experience teaching in middle years (Grades 7–9) preferred
- Strong understanding of inclusive education and differentiated instruction
- Experience working in Indigenous or northern communities is an asset
- Commitment to culturally responsive teaching and ongoing professional growth
Preferred Attributes
- Interest in land-based education and outdoor learning
- Ability to adapt teaching to a multi-grade or dynamic classroom environment
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Willingness to engage in community life and school events
Who You Are:
Passionate leader and educator
Familiar with the Fisher and Frey instructional model
Collaborative spirit, with a dedication to our educational priorities
What We Offer:
Competitive salary: approximately $$95,232 - $153,748 annually
Additional benefits including a Northern Allowance ($18,138/year) and relocation
expenses, as well as an administrative stipend.
Opportunity to be part of a community with rich cultural heritage
Starting Date:
ASAP - June 28, 2027
Learn More:
NWT Teachers' Association Collective Agreement:
https://my.hr.gov.nt.ca/resources/terms-employment/nwtta-collective-agreement About the SSDEC: www.ssdec.net Application Process: Submit your cover letter, resume, educational philosophy (1-page max.), and references (including current supervisor) to Souhail Soujah, SSDEC Superintendent, souhail.soujah@ssdec.org or/and Cora America, Assistant Superintendent, at camerica@ssdec.org
Requirements:
Eligibility for NWT teacher certification Satisfactory criminal records and vulnerable sector checks (post-interview stage)
Note:
Please indicate your eligibility for priority consideration under the GNWT's Affirmative Action Policy Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted This posting may be used to fill future vacancies We are an affirmative action employer and promote a smoke-free work environment