Teacher - Grade 5

Job Summary

Location: Fort Smith

Department: South Slave Divisional Education Council

Job ID: 28041

Wage: See "Salary Information" below.

Employment Type: Full-Time, Temporary

Closing Date: Open until filled

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Department Information

The South Slave Divisional Education Council is looking for a positive and committed educator, capable and willing to work collaboratively and embrace the implementation of three key priorities in the South Slave schools and classrooms: literacy, numeracy and social responsibility.

Job Information

JBT School is a Junior Kindergarten to grade 6 school with 270 students. Students and staff focus on four simple expectations: Pride, Respect. Ownership and Safety (PROS). Literacy is a primary focus as all students are active in Rufus Reading Club. We also pride ourselves on our open-door policy and our school benefits from parent/community support. At JBT, the school helps to create futures through a number of diverse programs, and activities, including culture camps, primary/STEM activity days, literacy activities, student achievement awards and celebrating our weekly bucket fillers.

Position: Elementary School Teacher (Grade 5)

Salary is dependent upon qualifications but ranges from $95,000 to $153,000 per year plus a very attractive benefits package including a Northern Allowance of approx. $7,000 per year and relocation expenses.

Start date: August 25,2026

Term (1.0 FTE) for 2026/27 school year

How to apply: Email Todd Stewart (School principal) at todd.stewart@ssdec.org with the following documents:

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Philosophy of education (statement-1 page max- outlining your educational philosophy
• 3 references (must include current supervisor)

Qualifications and requirements:

• Bachelor of Education (or equivalent)
• Eligibility for NWT teaching certification
• Satisfactory criminal records and vulnerable sector checks (post-interview stage)

Learn More:

Teacher Information in the NWT: https://www.ece.gov.nt.ca/en/services/prospective

The NWT Teachers' Association Collective Agreement: https://my.hr.gov.nt.ca/resources/terms-employment/nwtta-collective-agreement

About the SSDEC: www.ssdec.net

About the Community:

Fort Smith is nestled on the banks overlooking the Slave River on the Northwest Territories/ Alberta border. It is one of the largest towns and is the most-southerly Centre in the Northwest Territories with a population of roughly 2500 people. The community is home to the main campus of Aurora College, is the gateway to Canada's largest national park, Wood Buffalo National Park, and is where the central office of the South Slave Divisional Education Council calls home. Not unlike most northern communities, Fort Smith celebrates its cultural diversity. With a majority aboriginal population comprising Dene and Metis peoples, the town has a thriving cultural sector complemented by the presence of the Northern Life Museum. Fort Smith is the home of two modern and well-equipped schools served by dedicated teaching staffs.

GNWT Inquiries

Inquiries Only:

Fort Smith HR Client Service Centre

Department of Finance

Government of the Northwest Territories

195 MCDOUGAL ROAD

BOX 876

FORT SMITH, NT X0E 0P0

Tel (867) 872-8242

Fax (867) 872-3298

jobsfortsmith@gov.nt.ca

Note: If you do not receive electronic notification confirming receipt of your application, please follow up via telephone.

More Information

Term Position

This job opening is for the 2026/2027 school year.

Indigenous Employment Policy

Candidates must clearly identify their eligibility in order to receive priority consideration under the Indigenous Employment Policy.

Priority for Northwest Territories Teachers' Association positions shall be granted as follows:

• Priority 1: Teachers who have received official lay-off notice;
• Priority 2: Stage One Priority (S1P) - Indigenous people who are recognized members and descendent of a First Nations, Métis, or Inuit people indigenous to the present boundaries of the Northwest Territories;
• Priority 3: Stage Two Priority (S2P) - Indigenous people who are recognized members and descendent of a First Nations, Métis, or Inuit people indigenous to areas of Canada, outside of the present boundaries of the Northwest Territories.;
• Priority 4: Indeterminate Teachers eligible for Transfer or Promotion and not included in Priorities 2 & 3;
• Priority 5: Term teachers not included in Priorities 2 & 3;
• Priority 6: NWT Resident Teachers not employed by the GNWT or included in Priorities 2 & 3;
• Priority 7: Teachers who are not residents of the NWT and who are not included in Priorities.

Criminal Records Check

Candidates must provide a satisfactory vulnerable sector check. Failure to provide a satisfactory check may deem you disqualified from the competition.

Diversity and Inclusion

The Government of the Northwest Territories is an inclusive workplace. If you have a disability and you require support during the hiring process, you are encouraged to identify your needs if you are contacted for an assignment or interview so that you may be accommodated during the hiring process.

Eligibility

Eligibility lists may be created from this competition to fill future term and indeterminate positions.

Equivalencies

Equivalencies may be considered based on a one-year of directly related experience equivalent to one year of education or one year of education for one year of experience. However, combinations of education and experience must often be considered on a case-by-case basis. For a full list of equivalencies that will be considered for this role, please contact human resources.

Job Opening Information

Job Opening ID #28041

Closing Date: Open Till Filled

Salary Information

Salary is dependent upon qualifications but ranges from $95,000 to $153,000 per year plus a very attractive benefits package including a Northern Allowance of approx. $7,000 per year and relocation expenses.

Application Assistance

For more information on preparing and submitting your application, please visit: Preparing Your Application