Indigenous Education Support Specialist

School District #8 (Kootenay Lake); Nelson; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

School District 8 (Kootenay Lake) seeks an Indigenous Education Support Worker to assist Aboriginal students with learning, culture, and attendance. You will work trauma-informed with families, school staff, and community partners to promote cultural safety and academic success.

The role requires Grade 12 or higher, completion of an Indigenous Education Support Worker diploma or related credential, and knowledge of local Indigenous languages and culture, with travel between sites as needed.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 or equivalent high school completion.
• Indigenous Education Support Worker diploma or an equivalent credential preferred.
• Significant knowledge of local Indigenous languages and cultures.
• Class 5 Driver’s License required or as per job location.

Responsibilities

• Provide support to Aboriginal Education programs at assigned schools.
• Offer academic, social, and cultural support in a trauma-informed manner.
• Foster Aboriginal culture, history, and traditions with emphasis on local nations.
• Build relationships with families to increase student belonging at school.
• Maintain up-to-date records for audit requirements.
• Participate in school-based team meetings and other relevant meetings.
• Provide information to families about community support agencies.

Skills

Trauma-informed support

Cultural education

Aboriginal culture knowledge

Family engagement

Record-keeping

Team collaboration

Communication

Time management

Adaptability

Education

Grade 12

Class 5 Driver’s License

Indigenous Education Support Worker diploma or related diploma

Knowledge of Ktunaxa, Secwepemc, syilx and/or Metis language/culture

Job description

School District 8 (Kootenay Lake) seeks an Indigenous Education Support Worker to assist Aboriginal students with learning, culture, and attendance. You will work trauma-informed with families, school staff, and community partners to promote cultural safety and academic success.

The role requires Grade 12 or higher, completion of an Indigenous Education Support Worker diploma or related credential, and knowledge of local Indigenous languages and culture, with travel between sites as needed.