Indigenous Student Support Worker

British Columbia Public School Employers' Association | Make a Future - Careers in BC Education; Area B (Finlay Valley/Beatton Valley); On-site; CAD 29,335,000 - 32,374,000; Full time

Job summary

Clearview School is seeking an Indigenous Student Support Worker to assist teachers and staff in addressing the educational, social/emotional, and cultural needs of Indigenous students. The role supports Indigenous students’ well-being and academic success, working independently and with the Indigenous Education Centre staff.

Hours of work are 15 hours per week, with duties starting as soon as possible after closing. The position runs for ten months with a starting salary of $27.30 per hour.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 or equivalency
• 1 year Indigenous community experience within 5 years
• Reliable transportation
• Ability to work independently and set priorities
• WHMIS and safety training completed during probation
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Vulnerable Sector Criminal Records Check required
• Indigenous culture knowledge
• Preference for Indigenous ancestry

Responsibilities

• Collect Indigenous student self-identification and consent forms.
• Maintain student records and assist in scheduling.
• Provide support to Indigenous students and families; liaison with communities.
• Attend ISSW meetings and professional development.
• Provide in-class academic support to Indigenous students.
• Provide information for School Based Team meetings.
• Organize culturally relevant experiences for students.
• Act as a positive Indigenous role model for students and staff.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Independent work

Communication

Education

WHMIS certificate

Job description

INDIGENOUS STUDENT SUPPORT WORKER

Position Description:

There is a position available for an Indigenous Student Support Worker at Clearview School. Applications must be completed online and will be accepted until noon, September 10, 2026. Reporting to the site Administrative Officer(s) and the District Administrative Officer Indigenous Education, the Indigenous Student Support Worker provides assistance to teachers and other staff in attending to the educational, social/emotional and cultural needs of Indigenous students. They also assist in identifying and addressing situations which affect students.

The role of the Indigenous Student Support Worker (ISSW) is to provide identified Indigenous students with opportunities to enhance their cultural, emotional, and social well-being while ensuring their academic success. The ISSW must have the ability to work independently, and collaboratively, with teachers and the Indigenous Education Centre staff. ISSW's responsibilities vary according to the students' and school needs but with the ultimate objective of assisting students in order to foster educational success.

Hours of work: (15) hrs per week

Duties to Commence: As soon as possible after closing

Work Year Base: Ten (10) months per year

Commencing Salary: $27.30/hr.

Duties:

• Collect and maintain Indigenous student self-identification and parent consent forms (1701s) to ensure audit compliance.
• Reports directly to their siteAdministrativeOfficer(s) and District IndigenousPrincipal.
• In cooperationwith he site Administrative Officer(s), and the District Indigenous Principal, creates a weekly/bi-weekly/monthlyschedule for workingwith their Indigenous students.
• Maintain accurate andcomprehensive student records as directedby the District Indigenous Principal.
• Monitors and provides support to Indigenous students andtheirfamilies, as well as being the liaisonbetween the school and the Indigenous communities within their assigned school catchment.
• Attend ISSW meetings as requested by the District Indigenous Principal.
• Attend directed professionaldevelopment in-services.
• Providingacademic support for Indigenous students',educational programmingthrough in-class assistance asappropriate either individually, small group or classroom.
• Providing relevant student information for School Based Teammeetings.
• Provide an Indigenous perspectiveto all students and staff at their assigned school(s) such as:
  • Connecting school and staff to resources.
  • Enhancing school and staffunderstanding of Indigenousworldview and perspectives.
  • ISSW may be called upon to act as sguest speaker to supplement lessons.
  • Organize and facilitate culturallyrelevant experiences for students both inthe school and in the community.
  • Providing support for Indigenous students' cultural growth asappropriate either individually, as a small group, or as a whole class activity.
• Assumes otherresponsibilities that are site and program specific.
• When requestedby the site Administrative Officer(s) or District Principal of Indigenous Education, conduct home visits.
• By their presence the ISSW must be a positive Indigenous role model for students, staff and community.
• May be required to attend off site/overnight school activities.
• Other job related tasks as directed.

Qualifications and Attributes:

• Grade 12 or equivalency
• 1 year of training and/or recent experience (within 5 years) working with Indigenous people would be an asset
• Access to a reliable mode of transportation
• Ability to work independently and set priorities
• WHMIS Certificate and other online safety training provided by theDistrict to be completedwithin the probationary period
• Good interpersonal skills and the ability to be an integral part of a team
• Must be able to pass a Vulnerable Sector Criminal Records Search conducted by the District prior to starting employment
• Proven knowledge and experience withIndigenous culture is a requirement
• Preference will be given to qualified applicants of Indigenous ancestry (per Human Rights Variance). Proof ofancestry is required

Please Note: Proof of graduation and or highest level of education is required prior to starting work

For more information, please contact: Doreen McDonell, Administrative Officer Indigenous Education [phone] or email [e-mail]