JOB OFFER

Indigenous Language Teacher Positions

Languages:
Abenaki • Atikamekw • Anishinaabe • Cree • Innu • Kanienʼkéha (Mohawk) • Mi’kmaq • Naskapi • Wolastoqey latuwewakon (Maliseet) • Wendat (Huron)

Contract: February 1, 2026 to April 30, 2026

INDIGENOUS LANGUAGES PROGRAM

The objective of the program is to contribute to the revitalization of Indigenous languages, strengthen the cultural identity of Indigenous peoples, and raise awareness of the linguistic situation of Indigenous languages in the urban context.

RESPONSIBILITIES

In general:

Reporting to the Language Program Coordinator, teachers are responsible for conducting the Indigenous language classes offered at Native Montreal.

More specifically:

  • Teach adults, children, or families: 2 hours per week for 10 weeks per semester (2–3 classes per language), up to 4 semesters per year

  • Adapt teaching to the needs of participants

  • Ensure proper follow-up with students to support learning

  • Create a culturally engaging, fun, and creative learning environment

REQUIREMENTS

Training and experience

  • Speak one of the listed languages (fluency depending on course level)

  • Experience teaching a language (an asset)

  • Ability to pass a criminal background check

Other

  • Be Indigenous or have significant knowledge of Indigenous urban community realities

  • Adhere to and promote the mission, vision, and values of Native Montreal and the Friendship Centre movement

Skills

  • Ability to communicate in an Indigenous language and in English or French

  • Knowledge of the culture associated with the language

  • Comfort teaching learners of all ages

  • Ability to work collaboratively

WORK CONDITIONS

  • Hourly rate: $97/hour

  • 2 hours of teaching and 30 minutes of planning per week for 10 weeks

  • Sessions in fall and winter, with possible spring and summer terms

  • Classes once per week in evenings or weekends

  • Locations at the centre or community venues around Montreal

  • Priority given to Indigenous candidates

HOW TO APPLY

A teaching degree is not required — our priority is working together to keep our languages alive.

Contact:
Jennifer Piccin
Director of Socio-Cultural Development
📧 rh@nativemontreal.com
📞 514-331-6587 ext. 211