POSITION:                  Special Education & Learning Assessments Lead

DEPARTMENT:          Education      

COMPETITION #:        2025-037

LOCATION:                Moose Factory - Moosonee

TERM:                         Full-Time

CLOSING DATE:          August 4, 2025

POSITION SUMMARY

Omushkego Education is seeking a passionate and experienced educator to support and lead special education programming and learning assessments across the Omushkego communities. The successful candidate will guide inclusive practices grounded in cultural values, support educators in meeting diverse student needs, and help design effective student-centred assessments that support learning and growth.

REQUIREMENTS

·         A degree in Education, Special Education, Education Psychology, or a related field

·         Specialized training or certification in special education is preferred

·         Experience in student assessment practices, including early learning, literacy, and numeracy assessments

·         Demonstrated experience supporting students with exceptionalities in culturally and linguistically diverse settings

·         Deep understanding of inclusive, strengths-based, and trauma-informed practices

·         knowledge of Omushkego language, culture, and community contexts is a strong asset

·         excellent communication and collaboration skills

·         valid driver’s license and ability to travel extensively to Omushkego Education partner communities

·         strong commitment to educational equity, student success, and Indigenous self-determination in education

·         experience working in Indigenous communities or schools

·         passion for language revitalization and land-based learning as part of student support

·         ability to work in a team environment while also being self-directed

WHY JOIN OUR TEAM

Mushkegowuk Council offers a competitive compensation package, as well as a cohesive work environment and opportunities for development.

ü Health and Dental Benefits

ü Employee and Family Assistance Program

ü Matched Pension Contributions

ü Generous Vacation and Leave Entitlements

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Full vaccination against COVID-19 is mandatory for this position and operation (the Council will however adhere to its duty to accommodate those who are unable to be fully vaccinated for a reason related to a human right protected ground).

HOW TO JOIN OUR TEAM

SUBMIT RESUME AND THREE (3) RECENT WORK REFERENCES with their phone numbers and e-mail addresses, quoting Competition #2025-037 no later than 4:00 PM on August 4, 2025 to:

Human Resources Department

MUSHKEGOWUK COUNCIL

PO Box 370

Moose Factory, ON P0L 1W0                                    

Resumes can be emailed to: jobs@mushkegowuk.ca or faxed to 705-268-3282

We thank all applicants for their interest, however only selected candidates will be contacted for an interview. If you have any accessibility or special requirements, please let us know and we will do our utmost to accommodate, in accordance with applicable legislation.