CIEABLSept2026 - Casual Indigenous Education Advocate (BL)

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

Position Summary

School District No. 91 (Nechako Lakes) is seeking applications for Casual Indigenous Education Advocates to support Indigenous students in the Burns Lake area, including Decker Lake, Francois Lake, Granisle and Grassy Plains. This is a casual position with no guaranteed hours.

The Successful Candidate Will

• 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

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)
• Note: Applicants who do not meet this requirement will be designated as Unqualified and must begin relevant programming within two years of hire
• 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

This position is included in a Special Program by the BC Office of the Human Rights Commissioner and is open only to applicants who identify as Indigenous. Indigenous self-identification will be required to be awarded the job.

Please note, the rate of pay is dependent on which position you are filling in for.

Additional Requirements

• The successful applicant must complete a Criminal Record Check through the Criminal Records Review Program (CRRP). Criminal Record Checks Checks through local RCMP detachments will not be accepted. To expedite this process, we recommend setting up a BC Services Card Account in advance (BC Services Card).

About School District No. 91 (Nechako Lakes)

We respectfully acknowledge that our schools are located on the traditional territories of 14 First Nations, including the Dakelh, Neduten, and Wetsuweten peoples. Our district serves five municipalities and operates 18 schools, including EBUS Academy, one of BC's largest online schools. In the 2022-23 school year, we served 3,532 students-nearly 40% of whom identify as Indigenous.

We are committed to continuous improvement, equity, and student success through inclusive, evidence-informed practices.