Language Nest Elder

Job Purpose: Provides natural, immersive Indigenous language transmission and cultural teachings to young children. Key roles include primary language speaker, cultural mentor and traditional knowledge keeper.

Duties and Responsibilities

Language Immersion

• Speak the Denesuline language exclusively or primarily while interacting, playing and caring for infants and young children. Cultural Guidance
• Share traditional values, customary child-rearing practises, stories, and songs to ground the children in their heritage. Mentorship
• Support co-teachers, language apprentices, and trainees by modeling fluent speech and correct pronunciation. Safe Environment
• Help maintain a warm, gentle, and nurturing space alongside support staff and early childhood educators. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required: Language Fluency
• Fluent or conversational speaker of the Denesuline Language. Cultural Knowledge
• Deep roots in the Cold Lake First Nations community and respect for protocols and ways of teaching. Clearances
• Ability to pass standard background checks such as Criminal Record and Vulnerable Sector check. Working Conditions and/or Physical Requirements: Office environment
• Monday to Thursday 8:30am – 4:30pm Working hours can vary and may require a flexible schedule depending on type of assignment or work plan task. Evening and weekend work may be required to attend meetings, events, and community engagement sessions.