Indigenous Education Support Specialist

School District 57 (Prince George); Prince George; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

School District 57 (Prince George) seeks a Replacement Indigenous Education Worker (IEW) for 35 hours per week to support Indigenous students and families. Under supervision, the IEW helps interpret the school system, develops individual education plans, and promotes Indigenous culture and cross-cultural activities within the district.

The role includes home visits, liaison with teachers and community agencies, and contributing to behavioral interventions while maintaining confidentiality and

Qualifications

• Grade 12 diploma or equivalent.
• From any accredited college or university, 60 credits composed of a minimum of 12 credits First Nations courses with a minimum of 30 credits in youth related courses such as child and youth care and counselling, psychology and sociology.
• Two years of experience working with Indigenous children and/or youth.
• Valid British Columbia driver’s license.
• Knowledge of the culture of local Indigenous groups.
• Knowledge of the needs of Indigenous students and their families and the resources available to them.
• Ability to establish and maintain sound working relationships with school staff, Indigenous students and their families.
• Ability to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing in English.
• Ability to perform individually and as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
• Ability to follow directions with regard to individualized plans and the dispensing of medication.
• Ability to deal with very challenging behaviors on a daily basis within an emotionally and physically demanding environment.
• Requires mature judgment in ensuring that the IEW provides service only in those areas in which he/she possesses the required skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to operate or learn to operate school equipment (e.g. recorders, computers, etc.).

Responsibilities

• Maintains liaison with teachers, counselors, administrators, Indigenous students and their families, and community agencies as an advocate for Indigenous students.
• Supports classroom teachers in meeting the educational needs of Indigenous students.
• Conducts home and community visits.
• Encourages Indigenous parents to participate in the education of their children and to access community services and agencies as appropriate.
• Provides traditional Indigenous guidance to Indigenous students and their families.
• Assists in the development and implementation of specific academic/social interventions with Indigenous students who present unique and challenging behaviors.
• Provides transportation as needed.
• Works with the school staff to determine the school’s priorities and subsequently establish a work schedule.
• Assists the teacher in evaluating and reporting on individual Indigenous students.
• Promotes and develops Indigenous cultural events in School District No. 57 and encourages cross-cultural training.
• Regularly participates in screening/review meetings as required.
• Facilitates parental involvement in Indigenous Parent Advisory Committees.
• Performs related duties as requested by the Administrator.
• Assumes additional responsibilities that are site-specific.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Cultural knowledge

English communication

Driver's license

Confidentiality

Team collaboration

Education

Grade 12 diploma or equivalent

60 credits including 12 First Nations courses and 30 youth-related credits

Job description

School District 57 (Prince George) seeks a Replacement Indigenous Education Worker (IEW) for 35 hours per week to support Indigenous students and families. Under supervision, the IEW helps interpret the school system, develops individual education plans, and promotes Indigenous culture and cross-cultural activities within the district.

The role includes home visits, liaison with teachers and community agencies, and contributing to behavioral interventions while maintaining confidentiality and