Indigenous Education Assistant / Family Liaison

SelfDesign Learning Foundation; Vancouver; Remote; CAD 24,000; Part time

Job summary

A non-profit education organization in Vancouver seeks an Indigenous Education Assistant / Family Liaison to support Indigenous families and the Elder-in-Residence program. The role requires strong computer skills and independence for remote work from October 15, 2025, to June 15, 2026. Ideal candidates will have relevant experience and a degree in educational assistance. This half-time contract is budgeted at $23,040.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience in an educational assistant and/or liaison support role.
• Degree, certification or equivalent work experience in relevant fields.

Responsibilities

• Attend weekly area meetings.
• Act as Indigenous Family Liaison to families.
• Support the Elder-in-Residence program.
• Support guests and learners for live offerings.
• Research, test, and recommend learner resources.
• Explore, test and generate new ideas in the LMS.

Skills

Achievement orientation

Attention to detail

Client focus

Computer and digital literacy

English literacy

Fostering communication

Initiative

Writing Skills

Planning and organizing

Collaboration and teamwork

Education

Degree or certification in educational assistance

Job description

Contract Posting: SD1942025ED

Posting Date: September 29, 2025

Closing Date: Open Until Filled

Contract Opportunity

Indigenous Education Assistant / Family Liaison

Team: SelfDesign Learning Community (SDLC) - Educational Program

Lead: Lead, Educational Program

Summary of the Opportunity

SelfDesign Learning Foundation is seeking an experienced Educational Assistant for our Indigenous Ed team. The scope of work includes supporting our Elder-in-Residence program, acting as a family liaison to our Indigenous population, supporting and attending our real-time offerings and researching, testing and recommending relevant resources.

This is an 8 month, half-time contract opportunity, from October 15th to June 15th, 2026.

This role is ideal for someone who works well independently, demonstrates strong computer and organizational skills, and aligns with the work environment.

Work Environment

We are a remote organization. We operate during Pacific Time zone business hours, Monday to Friday between 8:30 am and 5:00 pm. You set your own hours of work, between the business hours noted above. You also need to be available for occasional online meetings during these same hours. Meetings are scheduled in advance.

Timelines and Budget

Contract start date: October 15, 2025

Contract end date: June 15, 2026

Budget: $23,040

To Respond To This Opportunity

Email a cover letter and your resume.

In Your Cover Letter Detail:

• Why you are interested in this opportunity.
• Your availability, particularly if you have other commitments.
• Evidence of a successful track record providing services similar to our request in a comparable work environment.

We actively encourage applications from Indigenous applicants (First Nations, Métis, or Inuit) in accordance with SelfDesign's commitment to reconciliation and employment equity. Applicants are asked to self-identify in their cover letter.

Contract Details: Oversight

You will work at the direction of the Team Lead.

Services Required

• Attend weekly area meeting (Wednesday mornings)
• Act as Indigenous Family Liaison to SDLC Indigenous families
• Support the Elder-in-Residence program
• Support guests and learners for live offerings
• Research, test, and recommend learner resources (including the Cultural Learning Grant, Learning Resource and Services catalogues, and K–12 subscriptions)
• Explore, test and generate new ideas in the Learning Management System (Brightspace)

Competencies

• Achievement orientation
• Attention to detail
• Client focus
• Computer and digital literacy
• English literacy
• Fostering communication
• Initiative
• Writing Skills
• Planning and organizing
• Collaboration and teamwork

Experience and Credentials

• Demonstrated experience in an educational assistant and/or liaison support role.
• Degree, certification or an equivalent combination of work experience in an educational assistant and/or liaison support role.

Mandatory Requirements

If you are offered and accept this contract opportunity, you will need to:

• Undergo a Criminal Record Check which must be obtained through SelfDesign with the BC Solicitor General's office at your own expense (approximately $28).

About SelfDesign

SelfDesign Learning Foundation (SDLF) is a registered charity and non-profit organization that operates several programs including one of the largest distributed learning schools and personalized learning programs in British Columbia, SelfDesign Learning Community.

Working With Us

We facilitate lifelong learning and holistic personal growth with programs, opportunities, and support for people of all ages, with an emphasis on choice and self-direction.

We Provide Access And Support For Our Main Applications

• SelfDesign Connect for mail, calendar, contacts, notes, instant messaging, phone
• Google Drive, Docs, and Sheets
• Zoom for video meetings/conferencing.

You Provide And Use

• Your own securely set-up computer
• Reliable and secure internet connectivity
• Your own workspace in an environment that ensures privacy, security and confidentiality.