Indigenous Student Advisor (ISA)- Attendance Focus (1.0 Permanent)

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

Job summary

A regional school board located in Ontario is seeking an Indigenous Student Advisor. The role involves supporting Indigenous students to improve attendance and graduation rates, utilizing strategies and data monitoring. Candidates should have an Ontario Secondary School Diploma and a valid driver's license. Knowledge of cultural teachings is essential. This permanent position offers a meaningful opportunity to make a difference in the community.

Qualifications

• Experience with Indigenous student support.
• Valid driver's license is required.
• Cultural knowledge and best practices experience needed.

Responsibilities

• Provide intensive support for Indigenous students.
• Track attendance using Power BI.
• Communicate regularly with families of at-risk students.

Skills

Knowledge of cultural teachings

Relationship building

Support for at-risk students

Education

Ontario Secondary School Diploma

Post-secondary education (e.g. Educational Assistant, Social Work)

Job description

Overview

Indigenous Student Advisor (ISA) Attendance Focus

Location: W. Earl Miller Public School and Pinecrest Public School

Start date: As soon as possible

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

Closing date: 2025-09-25 at 4:00 pm EST

Responsibilities

• Provide intensive supports to students who identify as Indigenous with the goal of personal excellence for all students.
• Assist staff in improving achievement, attendance, well-being, and graduation rates for Indigenous students throughout DSB Ontario North East.
• Support and promote attendance among Indigenous-identified students; build positive relationships with students, families, Nations, outside agencies, and community partners to address attendance barriers.
• Be the primary contact for attendance of students who self-identify as Indigenous.
• Daily tracking of attendance using Power BI to support and monitor attendance.
• Monitor attendance data and provide regular reports to school administration.
• Regularly communicate with families of students at risk of persistent absenteeism.
• Develop and implement strategies to improve attendance using prevention, intervention, and monitoring approaches.
• Collaborate with teachers, administrators, and support staff to identify at-risk students and develop targeted intervention plans utilizing high-yield strategies from Attendance Matters.
• Conduct home visits, meetings, and outreach to engage families and address attendance concerns.
• Create and enhance a welcoming and supportive space; build close, supportive relationships with students, families, Nations, and outside agencies.
• Advocate for Indigenous students within the school team (staff, families, Nation(s), community services and outside agencies).
• Collaborate with community organizations to connect students and families with additional resources and support.
• Participate in professional development to enhance knowledge and skills related to Indigenous education and support services.

Qualifications

• Ontario Secondary School Diploma and/or relevant experience.
• Post-secondary education is an asset (e.g., Educational Assistant, Social Work).
• Valid driver's 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 should provide a covering letter indicating the position, a complete resume, a copy of the most recent performance appraisal (if applicable), a letter of support from the immediate supervisor, and a list of three references (one must be the current supervisor).
• External applicants should 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 the most recent performance appraisal (if applicable), and a list of three references (one must be a current or recent supervisor).
• Must provide a Criminal Background Check with Vulnerable Sector Screening prior to employment.
• - AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER -
• DSB Ontario North East supports fair, equitable and transparent hiring and promotion practices in accordance with policy.
• Accommodation: Upon request, reasonable accommodations will be provided for candidates with temporary or permanent disability, or who require accommodations under the Ontario Human Rights Code during recruitment and selection. If you require accommodation, please contact us.

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

Contacts: Cindy Pye-Reasbeck (Board Chair) and Lesleigh Dye (Director of Education)

Date: 2025-09-18