Indigenous Education Advocate — Casual Support

SD91; Burns Lake; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

School District No. 91 (Nechako Lakes) is seeking Casual Indigenous Education Advocates to support Indigenous students in the Burns Lake area, including Decker Lake, Francois Lake, Granisle and Grassy Plains.

This casual role has no guaranteed hours and emphasizes culturally responsive support and-family engagement. The successful candidate will collaborate with teachers, promote Indigenous culture, and report to the Indigenous Education Department, with priority given to applicants who identify

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
• 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.

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

Community familiarity

Driver's license

WHMIS 2015

WorkSafeBC knowledge

Family engagement

Education

Grade 12 / Dogwood Certificate

Post-secondary studies with Indigenous education component

Tools

BC Class 5 driver’s license

Job description

School District No. 91 (Nechako Lakes) is seeking Casual Indigenous Education Advocates to support Indigenous students in the Burns Lake area, including Decker Lake, Francois Lake, Granisle and Grassy Plains.

This casual role has no guaranteed hours and emphasizes culturally responsive support and-family engagement. The successful candidate will collaborate with teachers, promote Indigenous culture, and report to the Indigenous Education Department, with priority given to applicants who identify