Positive Action for Student Success (PASS) Teacher

Job summary

Monitor and improve student attendance and engagement through proactive interventions, relationship-building, and individualized academic, behavioural, social, and emotional support. Coordinate with school staff, families, and community partners to promote student well-being and culturally responsive programming that reflects Innu culture and community priorities.

Job details

Location: Sheshatshiu, NL Employment: Full-Time ; Permanent About Mamu Tshishkutamashutau - Innu Education Located in Labrador, Mamu Tshishkutamashutau Innu Education (MTIE) is dedicated to supporting the educational journey of the Innu Nation. With two schools in Natuashish and Sheshatshiu, MTIE serves approximately 1,000 students from Kindergarten to Grade 12, fostering a culturally grounded and student-centered learning environment. MTIE is committed to building a collaborative and supportive workplace where staff are empowered to contribute to the success and well-being of students and the broader Innu community. About The Position The Positive Action for Student Success (PASS) Teacher supports students in overcoming barriers to learning by promoting regular attendance, positive engagement, and academic success. Working collaboratively with school leadership, classroom teachers, families, and community partners, the PASS Teacher provides targeted interventions, individualized support, and culturally responsive programming to help students remain connected to school. This position plays a critical role in improving student attendance, strengthening relationships, and fostering a safe and supportive learning environment that reflects and respects Innu culture, values, and community priorities. Key Responsibilities Monitor and support student attendance and engagement through proactive intervention strategies and relationship-building initiatives. Provide individualized academic, behavioural, social, and emotional support to students experiencing barriers to success. Collaborate with school staff, families, and community partners to coordinate student supports and intervention planning. Promote culturally responsive practices and community engagement that reflect Innu culture, traditions, and values. Support positive student behaviour, emotional regulation, conflict resolution, and overall student well-being. Qualifications Education & Certification Bachelor of Education from a recognized post-secondary institution. Valid Newfoundland and Labrador Teaching Certificate (or confirmed eligibility to obtain one prior to start date). Mandatory Requirements Legal entitlement to work in Canada. Clear Criminal Record Check (CRC) and Vulnerable Sector Check (VSC) (must be current within the last 6 months). Experience Experience supporting students with diverse learning, behavioural, and social-emotional needs, including the use of differentiated and responsive instructional strategies Experience working in northern, rural, or Indigenous communities is considered a strong asset Knowledge And Skills Strong understanding of student engagement, attendance intervention strategies, and trauma-informed practices Excellent interpersonal, communication, and relationship-building skills Ability to work collaboratively with staff, families, and community partners Strong organizational and documentation skills Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound professional judgment Demonstrated cultural competence and awareness of Innu culture and community dynamics; fluency in Innu-Aimun is considered an asset Working Conditions Work is primarily performed in a classroom environment, though land-based learning initiatives will require periods of outdoor instruction Requires standing, walking, and engaging with active children for extended periods May require supervision duties outside of regular classroom hours (e.g., recess, lunch, or bus duty) Key Competencies Integrity and professionalism Strong interpersonal skills Adaptability and problem-solving Cultural awareness and responsiveness Organizational and time-management skills Compensation And Benefits Relocation and Regional Benefits Relocation allowance of $2,500 Labrador living allowance Annual travel allowance for personal use Compensation And Benefits Competitive salary 100% employer-paid premiums for group insurance benefits Registered Pension Plan (RPP) with employer matching up to 5.5% of base salary Employer-funded RRSP contributions of 7% of base salary Retention bonus paid to certified teachers in June Welcome back bonus paid to certified teachers in September Work-Life Balance Annual fitness and wellness allowance Paid personal leave provisions Extended office closures during Christmas and Easter

What you’ll do

Monitor and improve student attendance and engagement through proactive interventions, relationship-building, and individualized academic, behavioural, social, and emotional support. Coordinate with school staff, families, and community partners to promote student well-being and culturally responsive programming that reflects Innu culture and community priorities.

Requirements

Requires a Bachelor of Education and a valid Newfoundland and Labrador Teaching Certificate, or confirmed eligibility to obtain one before starting. Candidates must be legally entitled to work in Canada and provide current criminal record and vulnerable sector checks; experience supporting diverse student needs is required, while experience in northern, rural, or Indigenous communities and fluency in Innu-Aimun are assets.

Benefits

• Relocation Allowance
• Labrador Living Allowance
• Annual Travel Allowance
• Group Insurance Benefits
• Registered Pension Plan With Employer Matching
• Employer-Funded RRSP Contributions
• Retention Bonus
• Welcome Back Bonus
• Fitness and Wellness Allowance
• Paid Personal Leave
• Extended Christmas and Easter Office Closures

Listed skills

• Differentiated instruction · Preferred
• Documentation · Preferred
• Relationship Building · Preferred
• Conflict Resolution · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Student Attendance Intervention
• Student Engagement
• Individualized Student Support
• Differentiated Instruction
• Behavioural Support
• Social-Emotional Support
• Trauma-Informed Practices
• Relationship Building
• Family and Community Collaboration
• Culturally Responsive Programming
• Conflict Resolution
• Emotional Regulation
• Student Well-Being
• Documentation
• Confidentiality
• Innu Cultural Awareness

Job areas

• Education
• Social Services

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