Math and Literacy Tutor - Jobs in Nunavik, QC

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Duration8-month contract (October 2022- May 2023); 35 hours a weekStartOctober 2022 (flexible)Application Deadlineongoing or until positions are filledLocationNunavik, QCDescriptionLooking for impactful and rewarding work with youth in Indigenous communitiesBecome a tutor in one of the 14 Inuit communities of Northern Quebec!In partnership with Kativik Ilisarniliriniq (Nunavik school board), we are seeking open, dedicated, and adaptable individuals to provide math and literacy support to high school students in Nunavik.Tutors create their own schedule and adapt their approach and programming to each school and class, meeting the needs of the students through a combination of in-class and after-school tutoring. Tutors also organize and take part in extra-curricular activities alongside students to contribute to an inclusive school environment.Supported by, and working in collaboration with the local school personnel, tutors will work under the remote supervision of the Frontier College Program Manager.For more information about working and living in Nunavik, please consult this tutor guide: Compensation: Annual salary of $42,000 in addition to an annual northern allowanceHousing will be provided as well as all roundtrip travel costs and arrangements (from your location) at the start and end of contract.In addition to your salary, youll benefit from:

• A fully paid training at the start of your contract
• Paid time off during our seasonal closure between Dec. 25th – Jan. 1st
• An option to return home during school break between Dec 17-Jan 4 and Spring Break (travel expenses covered).
• Generous wellness time allowance, and a “floating day” for personal/cultural events
• Monthly internet and phone allowance
• A work environment that’s seeking to be open, inclusive, and fun. Staff-led groups and committees include, among others: Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI); Green Team; Internal Skills Development; and more. Connect with your colleagues from coast to coast to coast for team-wide trainings and learning

Your main responsibilities and major duties:

• Collaborate with school personnel to identify students who need support
• Establish trust and build relationships with students and community members
• Work closely with math teachers to offer individualized support in the classroom
• Provide drop-in or targeted math and literacy tutoring sessions outside of class hours
• Ensure a safe, positive, and respectful environment when tutoring
• Develop and adapt material to students’ needs and levels
• Track and evaluate students’ progress and program impact
• Submit weekly reports to Program Manager and maintain accurate records as required
• Manage a budget
• Ensure adherence to all program directives and guidelines and perform other duties as assigned by Frontier College

Skills, Attributes and Requirements

• Minimum 18 years old
• Demonstrated experience in working with teens or children
• Comfortable with high school-level math curriculum (there will be opportunities to review in training)
• Excellent listening and communication skills
• Good organizational and time-management skills
• Works well under pressure and can adapt to changing and unpredictable environments
• Sensitivity or awareness of cultural differences and the broader societal realities of Inuit communities

Additional Assets

• Bilingualism (Knowledge of French or Inuktitut)
• Prior experience working with Inuit, First Nation or Métis individuals or communities
• Prior experience living and working in isolated and/or cross-cultural community settings

Ready to join our team Please email your resume to:Liliana Sitkowiecki, Program Manager, Northern Quebec, lsitkowiecki@frontiercollege.caYou will be contacted if you are selected for an interview.We encourage applications that reflect the diverse cultures and socio-economic backgrounds we serve at Frontier College. In keeping with our ongoing efforts to promote equity and reflect the diversity of our organization, we encourage applications from Inuit, First Nations and Métis peoples, notably Nunavummiut as well as persons with disabilities and members of visible minorities.Furthermore, we welcome applications from individuals who self-identify on the basis of any of the protected grounds under the Human Rights Code.We are committed to integration and maintaining the independence of individuals and removing barriers to accessibility in the workplace. We are committed to full compliance with the Human Rights Code, the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, the Occupational Health and Safety Act, and all other applicable legislation. We invite applicants to request accommodation, as required, throughout the application and hiring process.Why Literacy Work with purpose at Frontier College.Canada’s literacy divide widens daily because so many people lack adequate support. Solving systemic literacy gaps and challenges is something we can do and is key to advancing social equity and prosperity across our country. Literacy changes everything.Frontier College is a national, non-profit literacy organization founded in 1899. We believe literacy is a right, and we work inclusively with tutors and community partners to give people the skills and confidence they need to reach their full potential.For more information about Frontier College visit www.frontiercollege.caJob Type: ContractSalary: $42,000.00 per yearQuick Apply

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