Education Coordinator

Niisaachewan Anishinaabe Nation; Northwestern Ontario; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading community organization seeks a manager for its education program, responsible for overseeing operations, enhancing services through partnerships, and ensuring compliance with funding requirements. The role requires strong interpersonal skills, financial understanding, and a respect for Indigenous culture. This is a unique opportunity to positively impact community development and student success.

Qualifications

• Experience in supervising/managing staff and budgets.
• Knowledge of ISC financial/reporting requirements.
• Understanding of Indigenous culture and Treaty 3 area.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and implement education program operations.
• Coordinate special projects with various organizations.
• Submit reports to funders regarding educational projects.

Skills

Financial data understanding

Interpersonal relationship building

Self-regulation

Conflict management

Cultural respect

Tools

Computer programs: word processing, databases, spreadsheets, email, internet

Job description

• Supervises the efficient and effective day-to-day operations of the education program, including all department and programs current or as they are created and implemented.
• Identifies and partners with a variety of organizations to formulate joint special projects which would enhance the delivery of existing programs and services to community members.
• Complete the nominal roll for both elementary and secondary students
• Arrange transportation for students JK to Grade 12
• Apply and provide reporting for any ISC education related project funding
• Apply, provide reporting, and supervise for any summer student project funding and adhere to all provincial/federal policies and directives
• Offer support/correspondence of any band education/training initiatives as they arise
• Work with Portfolio holder and coordinate record meetings with Education Committee
• Attend meetings with schools regarding student development on an as needed basis
• Encourage parent/guardian participation in student’s academic and attendance record
• Responsible for submitting all reports to funders
• Coordinate placements and provide oversight for the High-Cost Special Education Assistants
• Ensures that all business and operational transactions are conducted in a responsible, confidential and ethical manner
• Reports directly to the Band Manager

Qualifications:

• Ability to understand financial data
• Ability to work independently and build effective interpersonal relationships
• Ability to make decisions that improve the management of First Nation resources
• Ability to work collaboratively with co-workers and external colleagues in the establishing of goals & strategies
• Proficiency in the use of computer programs for word processing, databases, spreadsheets, email and the internet
• Ability to self-regulate, meet deadlines, have attention to detail
• Ability to manage conflict and manage change
• Recognizes and respects all cultural diversity and understands Indigenous culture.
• Experience supervising and managing staff as well as developing and managing budgets
• Knowledge of financial and reporting requirements (i.e. ISC requirements)
• Knowledge of the Treaty 3 area and our Traditional Governance System (ACC)
• Travel to other related organization and locations will be required

If you are ready to make a meaningful difference in the field of education and community development, send your resume and a cover letter detailing your qualifications and relevant experience to us. This posting will remain open until filled.

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