Indigenous Graduation Coach & Pathways Mentor

Sudbury Catholic District School Board; Northeastern Ontario; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Sudbury Catholic District School Board is hiring an Indigenous Graduation Coach (Kendaaswin Ekiitang) to support Indigenous learners toward an Ontario Secondary School Diploma and successful transitions to post-secondary education, training or labour market opportunities.

The role emphasizes relationship-building, mentoring, and collaboration with staff, families and community partners, with a focus on engagement, culture, academics and graduation outcomes.

Qualifications

• University degree in Indigenous Social Work, Indigenous Studies, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience working with Indigenous youth and families (minimum of 2 years).
• Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel for school board business.

Responsibilities

• Support Indigenous learners to obtain an Ontario Secondary School Diploma and transition to post-secondary options.
• Build positive relationships with students, identify barriers, and devise solutions for engagement and well-being.
• Collaborate with staff, parents, Indigenous community partners and outside agencies to provide networks of support.
• Help improve achievement, well-being and graduation rates for Indigenous students.

Skills

Indigenous youth support

Mentoring

Relationship building

Data-informed planning

Cultural safety

Education

University degree in Indigenous Social Work, Indigenous Studies

Job description

Sudbury Catholic District School Board is hiring an Indigenous Graduation Coach (Kendaaswin Ekiitang) to support Indigenous learners toward an Ontario Secondary School Diploma and successful transitions to post-secondary education, training or labour market opportunities.

The role emphasizes relationship-building, mentoring, and collaboration with staff, families and community partners, with a focus on engagement, culture, academics and graduation outcomes.