Indigenous Learning Coach - (1.0 FTE - Permanent)

District School Board Ontario North East; Timmins; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution is seeking an Indigenous Learning Coach for grades 7 to 12. This role involves collaborating with educators to enhance instructional strategies and assessments while supporting the development of 21st-century skills. The successful candidate will co-facilitate professional learning and create resources to aid educators. With a focus on equity and inclusion, this position offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact on student achievement and well-being. If you are passionate about education and eager to foster a supportive learning environment, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Must be a current permanent teacher with the board and have a satisfactory TPA.
• Five years certified teaching experience is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Co-plan and co-facilitate professional learning to support student achievement.
• Develop digital and print resources to support educators.

Skills

Leadership Skills

Communication Skills

Teamwork Skills

Understanding of Equity

Growth Mindset

Education

Ontario College of Teachers Accreditation

INT/SR Qualifications

First Nations, Metis, and Inuit Studies AQ courses

Tools

Synchronous and Asynchronous Platforms

TPACK Framework

Job description

OSSTF - ETFO

Comp. 25-148

Closing date: 2025-05-06 @ 4:00 pm EST

Indigenous Learning Coach - Grade 7 - 12 (1.0 FTE)

Location: Work location to be determined

Start date: Required for the 2025 - 2026 School Year

Responsibilities

• Co-plan and co-facilitate professional learning at the school and board level in support of the School Improvement Plans for Student Achievement and Well-being (SIPSAW) and Board Improvement Plan for Student Achievement and Well-being (BIPSAW) goals.
• Collaborate with school teams and classroom teachers in the development of professional learning cycles/collaborative inquiries focusing on instructional strategies and assessments.
• Develop digital and print resources to support educators.
• Regular travel is expected within the region of the coach, and some travel across regions will be required. Technology will be used to minimize travel where possible.
• The Learning Coaches will be responsible for embedding technology using the TPACK framework, developing the 21st century skills, and supporting educators with the use of synchronous and asynchronous platforms.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Ontario College of Teachers Accreditation.
• INT/SR qualifications.
• Five years certified teaching experience an asset.
• Must be a current permanent teacher with District School Board Ontario North East with a satisfactory TPA within the last 5 years.
• Valid Ontario Driver's License required, as travel is expected.
• First Nations, Metis, and Inuit Studies AQ courses are recommended.

Assets

• Strong leadership skills and desire to further improve them.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Demonstrated understanding of equity, especially in the areas of special education, mental health, and Indigenous learning.
• Demonstrated risk taker with a growth mindset.

Interested Candidates

Postings can be found on the DSB1 website and on Apply to Education. Please apply using Apply to Education by clicking the Apply button. Applications received through any other method will not be considered.

Additional Information

Internal applicants shall provide a covering letter indicating the position to which they are applying, a complete resume, a copy of their most recent performance appraisal (if applicable), a letter of support from their immediate supervisor, and a list of three references (one which must be the current supervisor).

External applicants shall provide a covering letter and a complete resume, including complete information about experience, training, employment history, dates, places, and addresses of previous employers, a copy of their most recent performance appraisal (if applicable), and a list of three references (one which must be a current or recent supervisor). Must provide a Criminal Background Check with vulnerable Sector Screening prior to employment.

- AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER -

It is the policy of District School Board Ontario North East to support fair, equitable, and transparent hiring and promotion practices for all qualified employees and applicants for employment in order to attract and retain quality employees who facilitate the learning environment for our students. The procedures for the hiring and promotion of staff will be based on DSB1 Hiring Policy & Procedure 1.2.22.

Accommodation

Upon request, we will provide reasonable accommodations for candidates who have temporary or permanent disability, or who otherwise require accommodations based on the protected grounds highlighted in the Ontario Human Rights Code in respect to the recruitment and selection process. If you require accommodation please contact.

The Board thanks all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. This information is collected under the authority of the Education Act and M.F.I.P.P.A. and is used to determine eligibility for employment.

Cindy Pye-Reasbeck (Board Chair) - Lesleigh Dye (Director of Education) 2025-04-22