The responsibilities of the Assistant will include but are not limited to:

• Assist in overseeing the practicum requirements of all concurrent BA in nêhiyawêwin and the ITEP nêhiyaw okiskinahamâkêwin
• Ensuring student files are up to date
• Assist with the Miromaa Dictionary Project (be willing to train)
• Establishing partnership and relationships with relevant agencies and supervisors;
• Organizing and facilitating practicum seminars;
• In the course of their duties, will: engage and counseling students in their learning journeys, and
• Participating in research and course development opportunities.
• Will assist in the Resource Department as needed (be willing to train)
• Any other duties as requested by the Language Program Administrative Assistant

QUALIFICATIONS:

Must have an BA in nêhiyawêwin (completed or in progress)

Must have extensive understanding and commitment of issues affecting Indigenous peoples; this knowledge and practice base is a priority for all candidates.

• Strong organizational skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills, verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent computer skills or willingness to train
• Commitment to adult learning principles

Ability to speak an Indigenous language is an asset but is not required