1.0 FTE, Full-Time, Permanent, Indigenous, FNMI Graduation Coach

Superior-Greenstone District School Board; Marathon; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Superior-Greenstone District School Board in Marathon, Ontario seeks an Indigenous Grad Coach to support Indigenous students and families, focusing on graduation and success while aligning with board policies and required legislation.

The role involves mentoring, data-driven interventions, and collaboration with Elders, staff, and community partners to foster student well-being and achievement.

Qualifications

• Diploma in Social Work, Indigenous Studies or related field.
• At least 1 year of related experience.
• Understanding of local First Nation cultures.
• Driver's license and access to a vehicle.
• Proficiency with computers and MS Office.
• Bilingualism (English/French) is an asset.
• Ability to learn, share ideas and accept feedback.
• Strong planning and organizational skills with multitasking ability.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; presentational skills when required.
• Bilingualism (English/French) is considered an asset.

Responsibilities

• Mentor and advocate to Indigenous students and families.
• Identify students at risk using Grad Coach data.
• Support academic achievement, graduation rates and credit accumulation.
• Coordinate with Elders and knowledge keepers for cultural teachings.
• Organize school community cultural activities.
• Report progress to Principal and Indigenous Education Manager.
• Participate in meetings and professional development.
• Assist with transitions and pathway planning.
• Engage staff, families and parents; coordinate communications.
• Organize and facilitate school community cultural activities.
• Coordinate Elders and knowledge keepers for cultural teachings.
• Research and promote potential programs such as pathway planning.
• Ensure robust transitions for students to post-secondary opportunities.
• Promote employment services and skills development (resume, references, etc.).
• Participate in meetings and professional development as part of the Board’s Resource Team.
• Contribute to the Indigenous Education Advisory Committee.
• Assist in running the Indigenous Youth Counselling.
• Report student success to the Board and Ministry of Education.

Skills

Cultural knowledge

Ojibwa language (asset)

Communication skills

MS Office proficiency

Communication skills

Bilingual English/French asset

Education

College Diploma in Social Work / Indigenous Studies / related field

Experience in educational/community settings

Knowledge of local First Nation cultures

Tools

Microsoft Office

Data tracking tools

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION

TITLE

Indigenous Grad Coach

REPORTS TO

Manager, Indigenous Education

SUMMARY

As a key member of the Indigenous Education team, the Indigenous Grad Coach reports to the Manager and School Principal and is responsible for developing and implementing programs and services to support Indigenous students and their families, with a focus on student success and graduation in compliance with relevant legislation, regulations, acts and policies of Superior-Greenstone District School Board. It is preferred that the successful candidate identifies as First Nation, Metis and/or Inuit.

1. RESPONSIBILITIES (This is not an exhaustive list)
   • Report the day-to day program success and student interaction to the School Principal and take direction on priorities.
   • Act as a mentor and advocate to students, facilitating access and referrals to academic supports and community resources to provide an integrated support system for student achievement and well-being.
   • Identify areas of concern and students at risk based on data collected by the Grad Coach.
   • Implement initiatives to improve academic achievement, graduation rate and credit accumulation as part of the Student Success Team.
   • Interact and build relationships with Student Well-being check ins.
   • Develop and implement school intervention and prevention strategies based on data collected by the Grad Coach.
   • Adhere to safety and behavioral plans for students to mitigate risks.
   • Communicate with staff and students regularly regarding completion of tasks and achievement of student learning outcomes.
   • Ensure staff, family support and parental communication and engagement.
   • Organize, coordinate and facilitate school community cultural activities.
   • Coordinate community Elders and knowledge keepers to share cultural teachings and participate in community and regional events.
   • Identify and research potential programs such as pathway planning.
   • Coordinate and ensure a robust transition occurs for students.
   • Promote and assist with employment services and skills (i.e. resume writing, cover letter, references, skills development and training, applications, employment opportunity, referrals to Employment Services and employers, volunteer opportunities).
   • Participate in meetings and professional development as a member of the Board’s Resource Team.
   • Contribute and present relevant information to the Indigenous Education Advisory Committee.
   • Assist in running the Indigenous Youth Coun
   • Report on student success to the Board and Ministry of Education.
2. SKILL
   • A College Diploma in Social Work, Indigenous Studies or another specialization relevant to the position, or a combination of experience, education and training.
   • A minimum of one (1) year of progressive related experience in a unionized and/or non-unionized environment.
   • A demonstrated understanding of the culture, history and traditions of local First Nation Communities.
   • Fluency in Ojibwa Language is an asset.
   • A valid driver's license is required along with access to a reliable vehicle.
   • Proficiency in computer skills such as Microsoft applications, e‑mail, cloud‑based applications.
   • Open to learning, shares ideas and accepts feedback.
   • Strong planning and organizational skills with the ability to multitask and manage timelines.
   • Communicates effectively both verbally and in writing; including presentation skills when required.
   • Displays excellent interpersonal skills while building positive relationships.
   • Quality of work meets a high standard of accuracy and attention to detail.
   • Takes the initiative and makes decisions based on judgement, facts and alternatives.
   • Fosters collaborative relationships and provides excellent customer service to internal and external stakeholders.
   • Bilingualism (English/French) is considered an asset.
3. EFFORT
   • Demand on energy as a result of developing important and effective working relationships with students and families.
   • May be required to drive to various sites which may require extended periods of time sitting in a vehicle.
   • Work does not require extended physical effort.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Most working hours are in a normal indoor working environment.
• Occasionally exposed to difficult or demanding clientele.
• Required to respond to emergencies, regularly attend meetings and make presentations outside normal business hours.
• Occasionally required to travelto alternative Board locations.

Shy-Anne Bartlett, Indigenous Education Manager

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Superior-Greenstone District School Board is committed to equity in employment. We provide reasonable accommodation at any point throughout the recruitment process in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and Accessibility for Ontarians with the Disabilities Act. Please contact Human Resources at [e-mail] so that appropriate arrangements may be made.