Casual Indigenous Education Advocate for Student Support

School District No. 91 Nechako Lakes; Vanderhoof; On-site; CAD 28,000 - 41,000; Part time

Job summary

School District No. 91 (Nechako Lakes) is seeking applications for Casual Indigenous Education Advocates to support Indigenous students in the Burns Lake area. This casual position has no guaranteed hours.

The successful candidate will provide cultural, language, and social-emotional support, act as a positive Indigenous role model, and collaborate with teachers to meet students’ academic and emotional needs. Regular reports will be submitted to the Indigenous Education Department.

Qualifications

• Completion of Grade 12 (Dogwood Certificate).
• Two years of post-secondary studies related to working with Indigenous families and children (must include an Indigenous education component).
• Minimum of 6 months of relevant experience working with Indigenous students.
• Familiarity with local Indigenous communities, both on- and off-reserve, and local band offices.
• Valid BC Class 5 Driver's License with a clean driving record (driver's abstract required).
• WHMIS 2015 Certificate and familiarity with WorkSafeBC safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Provide cultural, language, and social-emotional support to Indigenous students.
• Act as a positive Indigenous role model and promote pride in Indigenous culture.
• Collaborate with teachers to support students’ academic, cultural, and emotional needs.
• Communicate with families and guardians to promote student success.
• Advocate for students and participate in school-based teams as needed.
• Submit regular administrative reports to the school and Indigenous Education Department.

Skills

Cultural sensitivity

Community engagement

Education

Grade 12 (Dogwood)

2 years post-secondary studies in Indigenous education

Tools

WHMIS 2015

WorkSafeBC familiarity

Job description

School District No. 91 (Nechako Lakes) is seeking applications for Casual Indigenous Education Advocates to support Indigenous students in the Burns Lake area. This casual position has no guaranteed hours.

The successful candidate will provide cultural, language, and social-emotional support, act as a positive Indigenous role model, and collaborate with teachers to meet students’ academic and emotional needs. Regular reports will be submitted to the Indigenous Education Department.