Indigenous Student Advisor (1.0 FTE - Permanent)

District School Board Ontario North East; Timmins; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional school board in Ontario is seeking an Indigenous Student Advisor to support First Nation, Metis, and Inuit students. The role involves building relationships, removing barriers to success, and advocating for Indigenous students’ needs. Candidates should have a valid driver's license and knowledge of cultural teachings. Salary follows the OSSTF - PSSP Collective Agreement and the position is permanent with a full-time equivalent of 1.0.

Qualifications

• Experience working with Indigenous students and families.
• Knowledge of cultural practices and teachings required.
• Valid driver's license is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Establish trusting relationships with students and families.
• Facilitate access to community supports for students.
• Act as an advocate for Indigenous students.

Skills

Cultural teachings

Relationship building

Guidance and support

Education

Ontario Secondary School Diploma

Post-secondary education (Educational Assistant, Social Work)

Job description

Indigenous Student Advisor – Central Region

Closing date: 2025-09-24 @ 4:00 pm EST

Location: Central Region - Timmins area

Start date: As soon as possible

Vacancy Details: 1.0 FTE (permanent position with an end date of June 25, 2026)

The Central Region Indigenous Student Advisor (ISA) will assist with leading and implementing programs, services and other supports to meet the unique needs of First Nation, Metis and Inuit students, and their families, with a focus on successful student learning from Kindergarten to grade 12. The Central Region Indigenous Student Advisor will report directly to the Indigenous Lead Administrator for District School Board Ontario North East.

Responsibilities

• Will establish trusting relationships with students, families, staff, and communities
• Will identify and work to remove barriers to student success
• Will provide guidance and support to identify pathways based on individualized strengths and interests
• Will ensure ongoing open dialogue with families
• Will provide access to resources that foster a sense of belonging
• Will facilitate access to community supports, course planning and mentorship for students
• Will create and enhance a welcoming supportive space for students in various schools with various school staff
• Will build close supportive relationships with students, families, and communities
• Will act as an advocate for students who identify as Indigenous
• Will facilitate strong communication between the schools, families, and First Nation communities
• Will assist with developing and/or enhancing cultural activities in the schools
• Will build and maintain community partnerships with agencies supporting cultural awareness within our schools (e.g., Keepers of the Circle, Mino Mshki-ki, Community Elders and Knowledge Keepers)

Qualifications

• Ontario Secondary School Diploma and/or experience
• Post-secondary education is an asset (e.g., Educational Assistant, Social Work)
• Valid drivers license is required
• Demonstrated experience/knowledge of cultural teachings and best practices is required

Salary as per the current OSSTF - PSSP Collective Agreement

How to apply

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)

2025-09-18