IES-26-27-02-DO, Indigenous Education Support

Wild Rose School Division; Drayton Valley; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Wild Rose School Division is seeking a dedicated Support Staff member in Drayton Valley to work with Indigenous high school students and their families. The role focuses on fostering culturally affirming relationships, supporting attendance and academic progress, and guiding transitions to post-secondary pathways.

The position requires collaboration with the Indigenous Education Team, travel between WRSD schools, and alignment with cultural protocols and community partners to promote belonging

Qualifications

• Experience supporting high school-aged youth.
• Knowledge of First Nations, Métis and Inuit histories, cultures, perspectives, and contemporary realities.
• Strong communication, collaboration, organization and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to work independently while contributing to a team.

Responsibilities

• Build strong, trusting relationships with Indigenous high school students and provide a visible, culturally affirming presence within schools.
• Support student engagement, attendance, academic progress, course completion, and connection to school.
• Provide one-to-one and small-group student support in collaboration with the Indigenous Education Team and school staff.
• Help students identify goals, navigate barriers, and connect with appropriate academic, cultural, school, and community supports.
• Support transitions to post-secondary education, training, employment, and community opportunities.
• Assist with culturally grounded learning opportunities, gatherings, land-based learning, student leadership, and Indigenous Education initiatives.
• Work with families, Elders, Knowledge Holders, Nations, and community partners while following cultural protocols.
• Collaborate with the Indigenous Education Team to support division-wide programming and emerging student needs.
• A demonstrated ability to build strong, respectful relationships with Indigenous youth.
• Experience with student engagement, graduation pathways, transitions, Indigenous communities, Elders, or Knowledge Holders is considered an asset.

Skills

Relationship-building

Communication

Organizational skills

Independent work

Team collaboration

Cultural awareness

Student support

Job description

Support Staff

Location: Drayton Valley

Open To: All

Date Posted: October 16th, 2026

Closing Date: Open Ended

The successful candidate will:

• Build strong, trusting relationships with Indigenous high school students and provide a visible, culturally affirming presence within schools.
• Support student engagement, attendance, academic progress, course completion, and connection to school.
• Provide one-to-one and small-group student support in collaboration with the Indigenous Education Team and school staff.
• Help students identify goals, navigate barriers, and connect with appropriate academic, cultural, school, and community supports.
• Support transitions to post-secondary education, training, employment, and community opportunities.
• Assist with culturally grounded learning opportunities, gatherings, land-based learning, student leadership, and Indigenous Education initiatives.
• Work respectfully with families, Elders, Knowledge Holders, Nations, and community partners while following appropriate cultural protocols.
• Collaborate with the Indigenous Education Team to support division-wide programming and emerging student needs as required.
• A demonstrated ability to build strong, respectful relationships with Indigenous youth.
• Knowledge and understanding of First Nations, Métis, and Inuit histories, cultures, perspectives, and contemporary realities.
• Experience supporting high school-aged youth.
• Strong communication, collaboration, organization, and relationship-building skills.
• The ability to work independently while contributing positively to a collaborative team.
• Experience with student engagement, graduation pathways, transitions, Indigenous communities, Elders, or Knowledge Holders is considered an asset.
• Designed for an applicant who identifies as First Nations, Métis, or Inuit, this position strengthens culturally grounded support for Indigenous students by leveraging lived experience and cultural understanding to foster authentic relationships with students, families, communities, Elders, and Knowledge Holders.
• A valid driver's licence and the ability to travel regularly between WRSD schools and communities are required (mileage is compensated as per our Administrative Procedures).

This is an opportunity to walk alongside Indigenous high school students during important years of growth, transition, and decision-making while contributing to a collaborative Indigenous Education Team committed to belonging, relationship, and student success.

The position reports to the Director of Indigenous Education and works collaboratively with the Indigenous Education Team and school-based staff.

The successful candidate will be required to provide an original, satisfactory, and current (within six months) Criminal Record (including Vulnerable Sector) check as a condition of employment.

Wild Rose School Division strives to create a dynamic, diverse, and collaborative culture. We value diversity and welcome applications from all qualified individuals.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.