Expression of Interest: Learning Partner - Indigenous Education (K-12) Leadership and Parent Engagement

Ottawa Catholic School Board; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Ottawa Catholic School Board seeks a Learning Partner for Indigenous Education to support Indigenous students, families and staff across K-12 within the system. You will work under the Indigenous Education Coordinator and Principal of LPE to advance content, pedagogy and community partnerships.

You will facilitate professional learning, mentor educators, and develop land-based learning resources, leveraging digital tools to enhance communication and learning.

Qualifications

• Ontario College of Teachers Certificate, in good standing.
• Experience with Indigenous students and communities.
• Ability to mentor, advise and advocate for students.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Willingness to travel across the system.

Responsibilities

• Provide support, advocacy and advisory services to Indigenous students, families and staff.
• Develop and facilitate professional learning for staff on Indigenous knowledge and practices.
• Build relationships with Indigenous communities and stakeholders.
• Create lessons and resources reflecting Indigenous knowledge for multiple grades.
• Collaborate with board departments to implement Indigenous content.
• Support educators in integrating Indigenous content and land-based learning.
• Engage in community partnerships to develop land-based activities.
• Utilize Google Suite and social media for effective communication.

Skills

Indigenous community relationships

Mentorship

Communication

Collaboration

Organizational skills

Facilitation of professional learning

Digital literacy

Education

Ontario College of Teachers Certificate

Tools

Google Suite

Job description

Learning Partner - Indigenous Education (K-12)

Leadership and Parent Engagement

Applications are invited for the Learning Partner - Leadership & Parent Engagement (Indigenous Education). Under the direction of the Principal of LPE and working in collaboration with the Indigenous Education Coordinator, the Indigenous Learning partner will provide support, advocacy, and advisory services to Indigenous students, families and staff at K-12 schools within the Ottawa Catholic School Board. This is a full-time permanent position and will start on August 31, 2026.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with school board staff, including school administrators, guidance counselors and educators to provide appropriate school and classroom content to best support Indigenous students
• Develop and facilitate professional learning for staff and educators regarding appropriate pedagogical practices relating directly to Indigenous knowledge and ways of knowing
• Maintain and build relationships with Indigenous community members to support Indigenous & non-Indigenous student learning
• Create lessons, units and resources, directly relating to Indigenous ways of knowing, for all grades and across all subjects to implement throughout the system
• Liaising with all board departments to support appropriate implementation of Indigenous content throughout the system
• Supporting educators in Social Studies with appropriately implementing Indigenous content and ways of knowing
• Knowledge and understanding of land-based learning and its relation to Indigenous knowledge and ways of knowing (Etuaptmumk)
• Working in collaboration with community partners on the creation of a land camp for use by OCSB staff and students
• Providing practice-embedded professional and community learning. This learning should integrate Indigenous pedagogical practices, leveraging digital and rich tasks to engage students in deep learning
• Using Google Suites and social media to support effective communication

Required Qualifications, Experience, Knowledge And Skills

• Ontario College of Teachers Certificate, in good standing
• Lived experience, deeply rooted in local Indigenous communities
• A minimum of 1+ years of teaching experience (applicable for postings during the 2026/2027 school year)
• An established foundation of relationships and connection to Indigenous community members
• Experience working directly with Indigenous students
• Understanding the diversity and composition of local Indigenous communities.
• Awareness of local community resources and the ability to support students/families/staff in accessing and navigating these resources
• Demonstrated ability to be a mentor, advisor and advocate for students
• Excellent organizational, collaboration and communication skills
• Demonstrated knowledge of the Growing Success Document, the deep learning framework, differentiated instruction and current practices in assessment & evaluation
• Demonstrated knowledge of the most current First Nations, Métis and Inuit Studies curriculum and strategies for implementation
• Creativity and expertise in leading and successfully implementing new initiatives at the school and/or system level, and the ability to develop partnerships
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a collaborative, dynamic and creative team environment
• Strong technology skills, including Google Suite, social media, and related digital tools to support digital citizenship.
• Experience facilitating and presenting to groups of teachers
• Willingness to travel across the system

The Following Would Be Considered An Asset

• Primary/Junior and/or Intermediate/Secondary qualifications
• Ability to speak French, Anishinaabemowin, or other Indigenous languages
• Demonstrated knowledge of the OCSB Indigenous Ed Framework

In accordance with Board Policy, this position will be for a three (3) year term. These terms may be extended one year at a time, for up to an additional two (2) years at the discretion of the Director of Education.

The terms and conditions of this position shall be consistent with the terms outlined in the collective agreement and in accordance with Board Policy.

Interviews

We thank all applicants in advance for their interest; however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. If selected for an interview, you will receive an email including the interview date/time, location and process details. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

The OCSB is committed to equitable hiring, employment and promotion practices and is dedicated to an inclusive workforce that reflects the diversity of our students and our communities. The OCSB is actively seeking applications from Indigenous peoples, Black and racialized people, persons with disabilities, people from gender diverse communities and/or people with intersectional identities, as well as individuals who can contribute to continuous diversification of ideas.

The Ottawa Catholic School Board acknowledges that the land on which our schools are located is the traditional unceded territory of the Algonquin Anishnabek Peoples. We extend our respect to all First Nations, Inuit and Métis Peoples for their valuable past and present contributions to this land.

AI may be utilized throughout the selection and recruitment process.

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