KiHS Classroom Teacher
Keewaytinook Okimakanak Board of Education
About KiHS
Keewaytinook Internet High School (KiHS) provides innovative, community-based secondary education for Indigenous students across remote First Nations in Northern Ontario. Through a blended learning model, KiHS enables students to remain in their home communities while accessing a broad range of high school courses supported by local mentorship and online instruction.
The Role
The KiHS Classroom Teacher / Mentor serves as the in-community classroom educator supporting Indigenous students in remote First Nations, many of which are fly-in only. Teachers combine face-to-face mentorship with online instruction, helping students navigate and succeed in their high school courses while participating in cultural and land-based activities. Multiple full-time positions are available across different communities.
Key Responsibilities
- Serve as the classroom teacher in a partner First Nations northern community
- Mentor students enrolled in online high school courses across subject areas
- Deliver online instruction and provide academic support
- Engage students through blended learning combining in-person mentorship and online education
- Participate in cultural, land-based, and community activities with students
Requirements
- Member of, or eligible for membership in, the Ontario College of Teachers
- Qualified for intermediate and/or senior divisions
- Strong technological skills and familiarity with educational software
- Ability to work in remote First Nations communities, including fly-in locations
What They Offer
- Salary range of $53,610 – $120,369 based on QECO rating and teaching experience
- Ontario Teachers’ Pension Plan participation
- Comprehensive benefits package and generous sick leave
- 12 weeks summer break, 2 weeks Christmas break, and 1 week March break
- Professional development opportunities and NTIP certification
- Supportive team environment focused on Indigenous student success
How to Apply
Email your resume and three references to resumes@edu.knet.ca. Hiring preference will be given to KO First Nations members, and Indigenous candidates from outside KO communities are also encouraged to apply.