Careers
Primary / Junior Teacher
Location
Ministik School
Moose Factory
Position
Full - Time
Deadline
October 22, 2025
LOCATION
Ministik School with an enrollment of approximately 300 Kindergarten to Grade 8 students.
QUALIFICATIONS
Applications must be fully a qualified teacher in good standing, no notations, with the Ontario College of Teachers & possess qualifications for the Primary & Junior Divisions for the position.
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS
- Letter of Application (cover letter);
- Resume;
- Proof of Registration in good standing with Ontario College of Teachers. New Teachers are required to provide copies of Practice Teaching Reports;
- A current and clear, within 6 months, Police Record Check (CPIC) with Vulnerable Sector Screening (VSS);
- And three (3) current professional references with permission to contact.
SALARY:
- As per established Salary Grid.
DURATION:
- Permanent position with immediate start.
CLOSING DATE:
- Wednesday, October 22nd, 2025 @ 4:00PM.
Excellent Benefits Package Available.
School Board housing/accommodations available.
Inquiries for the position can be directed to:
Mrs. Jennifer Knight-Blackned – School Principal
Phone: 705-658-4535 | Email: jknight.blackned@mfidsab.ca
Interested individuals must submit all required documents to:
Nathan Beck – Business Administrator & Treasurer
Email: jobs@mfidsab.ca | Fax: (705) 658-4768
School Custodian
Location
Ministik School
Moose Factory
Position
Full - Time
Deadline
October 15, 2025
Under the immediate supervision of the Facilities Manager, in conjunction with the Custodian Manager, the School Custodian is responsible for maintaining the overall cleanliness, disinfecting, sanitation, security, safety, and maintenance of the Ministik School building, grounds, and equipment to provide a clean, sanitary, and safe facility for the students, staff, and the public. The incumbent shall also provide assistance as required for equipment and furniture arrangements for classroom activities, meetings and events; and assist in minimizing property damage, loss and liability exposure to the school board. The successful applicant will be required to work on assigned shifts. Position is physically demanding with standing, walking, lifting heavy objects, operating cleaning equipment such as floor buffers, polishers, waxers including moving desks, furniture, and other large items.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Previous custodial and/or maintenance experience is an asset.
- Current and clear (within six months) Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Screening.
- Ability to work under minimal supervision.
- Possess and demonstrate sound work ethics.
- Certified/Trained on WHMIS and First Aid/CPR or willing to obtain.
- Effective verbal and listening communication skills.
- Good time management skills to complete assigned tasks.
- Physically fit; can safely lift/carry medium weighted items.
- A valid Class G Driver’s License preferred.
SALARY:
- As per established Salary Grid.
DURATION:
- Permanent, upon successful completion of probationary period.
CLOSING DATE:
- Wednesday, October 15th, 2025 @ 4:00PM.
Inquiries for the position can be directed to:
Maintenance Office: 705-658-4531 | Mobile: 705-336-8692
Interested individuals must submit their letter of application (cover letter), Resume, CPIC with VSS and three (3) most recent work-related references, with permission to contact, to:
MR. NATHAN BECK – BUSINESS ADMINISTRATOR & TREASURER
Email: jobs@mfidsab.ca | Fax: (705) 658-4768
Educational Assistant - Term
Location
Ministik School
Moose Factory
Position
Full - Time
Deadline
October 6, 2025
Recognizing the importance of providing an enriched learning environment to support children’s physical, social-emotional, and cognitive development in preparation for life-long learning, the Board is seeking one additional term qualified Educational Assistant. Under the direction of the Principal of Ministik School, Educational Assistants are to assist teachers and school staff in implementing student individual education plans, as well as to assist in maintaining a smooth and efficient operation of the school in general. Some assigned duties will involve responsibilities for assisting students with high special education needs within the regular classroom, extra-curricular activities, recess supervision, and special programs for exceptional students.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Applicants must be physically fit and should have or be willing to obtain training and certification in Behaviour Management Systems training to support accepted behavioural strategies; and CPR/First Aid to support student safety
- Applicants must be willing to obtain specialized training for supporting students through board sponsored courses, conferences and/or workshops.
- Preference will be given to applicants with post-secondary education and training and/or experience working with school age children.
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS:
- Resume and Letter of Application (cover letter).
- Current CPIC (Criminal Record Check) with Vulnerable Sector Screening or Receipt for Proof of Application.
- Three (3) Recent Work References with permission to contact.
SALARY:
- As per established Salary Grid.
DURATION:
- Immediate Start, ending on December 19th, 2025.
CLOSING DATE:
- October 6th, 2025, at 4:00PM.
Inquiries for the position can be directed to:
Phone: 705-658-4535 | Email: jknight.blackned@mfidsab.ca
Interested individuals must submit all required documents to:
MR. NATHAN BECK – BUSINESS ADMINISTRATOR & TREASURER
Email: jobs@mfidsab.ca | Fax: (705) 658-4768
Cree Language Teacher
Location
Ministik School
Moose Factory
Position
Full - Time
Deadline
September 18, 2025
QUALIFICATIONS
Preference will be given to applicants who are fully qualified teachers in good standing, no notations, with the Ontario College of Teachers & possess Cree Language Teacher qualifications, such as Teacher of Native as a Second Language, oral and written Cree Language in the “L” dialect.
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS:
- Letter of Application (cover letter);
- Resume;
- Proof of Registration in good standing with Ontario College of Teachers. New Teachers are required to provide copies of Practice Teaching Reports;
- A current and clear, within 6 months, Police Record Check (CPIC) with Vulnerable Sector Screening (VSS);
- And three (3) current professional references with permission to contact.
SALARY:
- As per established Salary Grid.
DURATION:
- Start Date: immediately; permanent position following probation period
CLOSING DATE:
- Thursday September 18th, 2025 at 12:00 Noon.
Excellent Benefits Package Available.
School Board housing/accommodations are limited and thus not guaranteed at time of application/hire.
Interested individuals must submit all required documents to:
MR. NATHAN BECK – BUSINESS ADMINISTRATOR & TREASURER
Email: jobs@mfidsab.ca | Fax: (705) 658-4768
Maintenance Worker 1
Location
Ministik School
Moose Factory
Position
Full - Time
Deadline
September 9, 2025
POSITION PROFILE
Under the immediate supervision of the Facilities Manager, Maintenance Worker I is responsible for maintaining the overall cleanliness, sanitation, security, safety, and maintenance of the Ministik School building, grounds, Board Housing and equipment to provide a clean, sanitary, and safe facility for the students, staff, and the public. The incumbent shall also provide assistance as required for equipment and furniture arrangements for classroom activities, meetings and events; and assist in minimizing property damage, loss and liability exposure to the school board. This position is physically demanding with periods of standing, walking, heavy lifting, operating machinery equipment and utilizing power/construction tools.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Grade 12 Diploma or combination of related education and work experience.
- Previous custodial and/or maintenance experience is an asset.
- General knowledge of handyman techniques and sub-trade practices.
- Ability to work under minimum supervision.
- Possess and demonstrate sound work ethics.
- Certified/Trained on WHMIS & First Aid or willing to obtain.
- Effective verbal and listening communication skills.
- Good time management skills to complete assigned tasks.
- Physically fit and can safely lift/carry medium weighted items.
- A valid Class G Driver’s License is an asset, Class B preferred or applicants willing to obtain.
SALARY:
- As per Collective Agreement Salary Grid
DURATION:
- Permanent Position, upon successful completion of probationary period.
CLOSING DATE:
- Tuesday, September 9th, 2025, at 4:00PM.
Maintenance Office: 705-658-4531 | Mobile: 705-336-8692
Applicants must have a current (within six months of start date) Criminal Record Check with VSS or proof of receiving one. Interested applicants are invited to submit their Letter of Application (Cover Letter), Resumé and three (3) most recent work-related references, with permission to contact, to:
Email: jobs@mfidsab.ca | Fax: (705) 658-4768
Primary / Junior Teacher
Location
Ministik School
Moose Factory
Position
Full - Time
Deadline
Open Until Filled
QUALIFICATIONS
Applications must be fully a qualified teacher in good standing, no notations, with the Ontario College of Teachers & possess qualifications for the Primary & Junior Divisions for the position.
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS:
- Letter of Application (cover letter);
- Resume;
- Proof of Registration in good standing with Ontario College of Teachers. New Teachers are required to provide copies of Practice Teaching Reports;
- A current and clear, within 6 months, Police Record Check (CPIC) with Vulnerable Sector Screening (VSS);
- And three (3) current professional references with permission to contact.
SALARY:
- Per established Salary Grid
DURATION:
- Permanent Position with immediate start.
CLOSING DATE:
- Open Until Filled
Inquires can be directed to the Ministik School Principal, Mrs. Jennifer Knight-Blackned, by email at jknight.blackned@mfidsab.ca
Email: jobs@mfidsab.ca | Fax: (705) 658-4768
Early Childhood Educator - Term
Location
Ministik School
Moose Factory
Position
Early Childhood Educator
Deadline
September 2nd, 2025
POSITION PROFILE:
Recognizing the importance of providing an enriched learning environment to support children’s physical, social-emotional, and cognitive development in preparation for life-long learning, the Board is seeking one additional term qualified Early Childhood Educators. Under the direction of the Principal of Ministik School, Early Childhood Educators work in professional partnership with school administration, teachers, educational assistants, and parents to provide educational programming for students, as well as to assist in maintaining a smooth and efficient operation of the school in general.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Applicants must be physically fit and should have or be willing to obtain training and certification in Behaviour Management Systems training to support accepted behavioural strategies; and CPR/First Aid to support student safety.
- Applicants must be willing to obtain specialized training for supporting students through board sponsored courses, conferences and/or workshops.
- Preference will be given to applicants with proof of registration and in good standing with the College of Early Childhood Educators, an Early Childhood Education diploma, post-secondary education and training and/or experience working with school age children.
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS:
- Resume and Letter of Application (cover letter)
- Current CPIC (Criminal Record Check) with Vulnerable Sector Screening or Receipt for Proof of Application
- Three (3) Recent Work References with permission to contact.
SALARY:
- Per established Salary Grid
DURATION:
- Start Date: Immediately | End Date: June 26th, 2026
CLOSING DATE:
- Tuesday September 2nd, 2025, at 4:00PM
Mrs. Jennifer Knight-Blackned – School Principal
Phone: 705-658-4535 | Email: jknight.blackned@mfidsab.ca
Email: jobs@mfidsab.ca | Fax: (705) 658-4768
School Wellness Counsellor
Location
Ministik School
Moose Factory
Position
School Wellness Counsellor
Deadline
Open Until Filled
POSITION PROFILE:
The Moose Factory Island District School Area Board is committed to ensuring that student success is strengthened through positive and supportive parent/guardian and community partnerships. Under the direction of the Principal, with the support of the Mental Health & Well-Being Lead, the School Wellness Counsellor will:
- Counsel and support students and their families as part of the whole school team.
- Address concerns due to social circumstances, substance abuse, behavioural, psychological and emotional issues.
- Provide individual and group support utilizing recognized (therapeutic) interventions and counselling strategies that are culturally sensitive.
- Communicate and liaise with internal and external stakeholders and resources such as agencies and programs, to improve student well-being, engagement, and achievement.
- Offer educators evidence-based tips, strategies, practices, and programs to support student well-being.
- Facilitate student and staff learning on mental health, healthy coping, and resilience to reduce stigma and encourage help-seeking by communicating the pathways to, from and through support.
- Organize and take the lead on various school well-being programs and initiatives to enhance cultural, experiential, and well-being opportunities for students.
- Maintain appropriate documentation of case load, ongoing communication, and statistics as required by the Education Act.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- College Diploma, University Degree or Masters in Social Work, Education, or Counselling.
- Registered or is able to be registered with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers.
- Possess knowledge of community services and resources available to students, parents and school personnel.
- Experience in teaching counseling and staff development in respect to youth programs, intervention, and support programs.
- Organizational and administrative skills are required to set priorities and expedite assignments.
- Minimum (2) two years of counselling experience preferably with children and youth.
- Experience and training in grief and crisis counselling is an asset.
- Able to work as an integral member of a multidisciplinary team.
- Must have a valid Calss G Driver’s license.
Application packages MUST include the following:
- Cover Letter & Complete resume of qualifications and experience.
- Current CPIC & Vulnerable Sector check required at time of job offer.
- Copy of Certificates, Diplomas, Memberships, etc.
- Three (3) recent professional references with permission to contact.
SALARY:
- $55,446 – $97,434 Annually.
DURATION:
- Permanent Position, upon successful completion of probationary period.
CLOSING DATE:
- Open Until Filled.
Phone: 705-658-4535 | E-mail: jknight.blackned@mfidsab.ca
Casual Occasional Teachers, EAs, and ECEs
Location
Ministik School
Moose Factory
Position
Casual Occasional Teachers,
EAs, and ECEs
Deadline
Open Until Filled
QUALIFICATIONS
- Applicants must be physically fit and should have or be willing to obtain training and certification in Behaviour Management Systems training to support accepted behaviour support strategies; and CPR/First Aid to support student safety
- Applicants must be willing to obtain specialized training for supporting students through board sponsored courses, conferences and/or workshops.
- Preference will be given to applicants with post-secondary education and training and/or experience working with school-age children.
Casual Occasional Teacher Applicants:
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS:
- Letter of Application (cover letter);
- Resume;
- (Teachers Only) Proof of Registration in good standing with Ontario College of Teachers. New Teachers are required to provide copies of Practice Teaching Reports;
- A current and clear, within 6 months, Police Record Check (CPIC) with Vulnerable Sector Screening (VSS);
- And three (3) current professional references with permission to contact.
LOCATION:
- Ministik School with an enrollment of approximately 300 Kindergarten to Grade 8 students.
SALARY:
- As per established Salary Grids.
DURATION:
- Start date: August 21, 2025. End date: June 26, 2026
CLOSING DATE:
- Posting will remain open until a reasonable occasional list can be created.
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