20975: Indigenous Education Support Worker

Sd6; Nicholson; Hybrid; CAD 22,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Rocky Mountain School District 6 is seeking an Indigenous Education Support Worker for Nicholson Elementary School. This part-time (0.4 FTE) role is effective September 8, 2026, with a closing date of September 4, 2026 at 4:00pm.

The position involves collaborating with District and school staff, Indigenous partners, families, and community services to support Indigenous learners and align with Truth and Reconciliation goals.

Qualifications

• Completion of an Indigenous Education Support Worker diploma program.
• Other relevant diploma or degree program, or relevant coursework and experience working with Indigenous students in the K-12 systems, or equivalent.
• Possession of a valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Act as a liaison between school and family/community to support Indigenous students’ success.
• Collaborate as a member of the School Based Team to establish and adjust plans for Indigenous learners.
• Support staff and students in aligning with Truth and Reconciliation and Calls to Action.
• Facilitate data collection to develop strategies and interventions for Indigenous students.
• Support capacity building and growth for staff and students in Indigenous teaching and learning.
• Lead and role model leadership in classroom, school-wide, and District activities.
• Collaborate with community agencies, Indigenous partners, and families to support student growth.
• Support student achievement by encouraging attendance and engagement; celebrate successes with families and community.

Education

Indigenous Education Support Worker diploma

Relevant diploma/degree or coursework in Indigenous education (K-12)

Job description

Closing Date: September 4th, 2026 - 4:00pm

Job Start Date: September 8th, 2026

Compensation Rate:

$22,204-$27,755

0.4 FTE

Additional Information:

Rocky Mountain School District 6 is seeking an Indigenous Education Support Worker for a permanent, part-time (0.4 FTE) position Nicholson Elementary School, effective September 8, 2026.

Indigenous Education Support Worker, is a responsible and respected member of the school staff, will contribute to the strategic goals of both the District and the school. This will be accomplished while working in collaboration and cooperation with District and school administrators, Indigenous partners, teaching and support staff, students, families, and community support services.

DUTIES:

• act as a liaison between school and family/community to support both short-term and long-term success of Indigenous students;
• collaborate as a member of the School Based Team to establish, review, refine and adjust plans for Indigenous learners;
• act as a support and resource for school staff and students moving towards Truth and Reconciliation and implementing the Calls to Action;
• facilitate data collection to develop strategies and interventions for Indigenous students;
• support capacity building and growth for school staff and students in relation to Indigenous teaching and learning concepts;
• lead and role model leadership in classroom, school-wide, and District activities;
• act as liaison between community agencies, Indigenous partners, and families to support all aspects of student growth;
• support student achievement by encouraging student commitment to studies, appropriate attendance and healthy lifestyle decisions, and by celebrating successes with students, their families, school staff, and their communities;
• assist staff with progress reports, culturally appropriate intervention plans, enrichment opportunities/suggestions, the development of Individual Education Plans, and gathering of specific student information as appropriate;
• maintain current information in approved Student Information Systems;
• facilitate transition planning for new students, students moving between schools, and for students graduating;
• in collaboration with the School Based Team, assist with the referral of students and families to appropriate school and community resources;
• support social emotional, academic, physical, and cultural learning needs for Indigenous students;
• support positive connections with parents/guardians/families and encourage parents and students to participate fully as members of the school community;
• support students and families by attending parent-teacher conferences/interviews, student-led conferences, and meetings;
• support culturally appropriate school-wide activities for all students;
• participate in District meetings and/or communities of practice;
• collaborate with the District Vice-Principal for Indigenous Learning and Equity and/or District staff; and
• other related responsibilities that may be assigned by the school principal.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Completion of an Indigenous Education Support Worker diploma program; or,
• Other relevant diploma or degree program, or relevant coursework and experience working with Indigenous students in the K-12 systems, or equivalent; and,
• Possession of a valid driver’s license.

Thank you for your interest in School District 6. Please note, only candidates moving forward in this process will be contacted for an interview.