Special Assignment Teacher – STEAM & Indigenous Education

Invites applications for the following position:

POSITION: Special Assignment Teacher – STEAM & Indigenous Education

JOB CODE : TCH 2526 - 4 5

LOCATION : STEAM Lab, Sault Ste. Marie, ON

START DATE : Immediately

ANNUALIZED SALARY: $52,971 – $119,945

The Huron-Superior Catholic District School Board (HSCDSB) invites applications for a Special Assignment Teacher in STEAM education (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics) with an Indigenous focus. This role supports the Board's commitment to Indigenous education, student achievement, equity, and reconciliation by integrating Indigenous knowledge systems, perspectives, and pedagogies within the Ontario Catholic curriculum. The successful candidate will provide innovative, inquiry-based, and experiential STEAM learning experiences opportunities while fostering Catholic values and respect for Indigenous ways of knowing.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Collaborate with Curriculum Department staff—including the Indigenous Education Lead, STEAM Lead, Experiential Learning Lead, and classroom teachers—to design lesson plans and long-term programming that integrate Indigenous teachings, cultures, perspectives, and values into STEAM education.
• Develop and deliver Indigenous-informed STEAM learning experiences, incorporating cultural teachings, ecological knowledge, and land-based learning.
• Work with the System Administrator for Equity, Diversity, and Indigenous Education and Indigenous Education Lead to invite Elders, Knowledge Keepers, and community members to ensure teachings are authentically represented and respectfully integrated into programming.
• Adapt and share Indigenous-focused STEAM learning activities with educators, students, and families across the district.
• Support and co-deliver professional development for staff on Indigenous-informed STEAM teaching and culturally responsive practices.
• Integrate Indigenous worldviews, languages, cultural teachings, and ecological knowledge into instruction to enhance student engagement, achievement, and well-being.
• Foster an inclusive learning environment that respects Indigenous identities, traditions, and perspectives.
• Collaborate with Experiential Lead and Indigenous Grad Coach to support students in exploring career and post-secondary pathways in STEAM-related fields.
• Contribute to the Board's commitment to reconciliation, equity, diversity, and Catholic faith formation.
• Valid driver's license and the willingness and ability to travel for school board related business is required.

QUALIFICATIONS :

• Qualifications in one or more STEAM subject areas (e.g., Science, Mathematics, Technological Studies, Visual Arts, or Computer Studies)
• Demonstrated knowledge of Indigenous histories, cultures, traditions, and pedagogies
• Commitment to Catholic education and the Board's mission of nurturing faith, inspiring learning, and celebrating the uniqueness of each individual
• Preference will be given to candidates who identify as Indigenous, Métis or Inuit. Please note that candidates who wish to qualify for preferential consideration must self-identify within their application for this position.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Knowledge of or ability to teach an Indigenous language
• Experience with experiential learning, land-based education and cross-curricular integration
• Demonstrated ability to build strong, respectful relationships with students, families, Elders, and community partners

Please note, the job code must be included in the subject line of your email, in order to be considered for this position.

PLEASE NOTE: APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED ONLINE.  THEY MUST BE EMAILED TO THE ADDRESS BELOW.

Please submit your cover letter and resume, an up-to-date Ontario College of Teachers Record of Qualification and an updated Faith Reference Form or Pastoral Reference Form by 4:00 p.m. on January 12 , 202 6 to job.applications@hscdsb.on.ca.

THIS BOARD IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER: In compliance with the Ontario with Disabilities Act and the Ontario Human Rights Code, the Huron-Superior Catholic District School Board is committed to providing accommodations to persons with disabilities. The Board will take into account the person's ability to access information and will provide the information contained in Board-produced public documents in a format that meets those needs as agreed upon with the person. Please contact the Human Resources Department at 705-945-5610 prior to the posting closing date so that appropriate arrangement can be made.