On-call Indigenous Support Worker

School District 46 - Sunshine Coast; Gibsons; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A school district in Canada is seeking an On-Call Indigenous Support Worker to aid Indigenous students. Candidates should possess Grade 12 education, Education Assistant certification, and relevant experience. Knowledge of shíshálh culture and sháshishálhem is an asset. This role offers a pay rate of $32.57 and is intended for those who meet the criteria outlined in the job description.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 education required.
• Certification as Education Assistant including CPI training needed.
• Recent experience working with Indigenous students preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide support to Indigenous students in educational settings.
• Assist with learning and cultural integration.
• Collaborate with other educators to enhance student experiences.

Skills

Experience working with Indigenous students

Knowledge of sháshishálhem

Understanding of shíshálh culture

Education

Grade 12 education

Certification as Education Assistant

Current first aid certification

Job description

Overview

On-Call Indigenous Support Worker (Aboriginal Support Worker)

We acknowledge with respect and gratitude the unceded lands and waters - the Temíx̱w of the Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Úxwumixw and the Swiya of the shíshálh Nation, where we learn, collaborate, and journey together.

Sunshine Coast School District is expecting vacancies for Indigenous Support Workers. We are now accepting applications to add to our Indigenous Support Worker casual on-call list and to fill temporary positions and absences for Indigenous Support Workers. Successful candidates will have a Grade 12 education, certification as an Education Assistant (including CPI training and current first aid certification), and recent experience working with Indigenous students. Preference will be given to candidates with Indigenous ancestry (First Nations, Métis, or Inuit). Knowledge of sháshishálhem and shíshálh culture are an asset.

Details

Indigenous Support Worker (Aboriginal Support Worker) positions are included in Local 801 of the Canadian Union of Public Employees. Full job descriptions can be found at The rate of pay for the position is $32.57.

Contact

For additional information, please contact Desiree Harris, District Principal of Indigenous Learning, at [e-mail].

All applications are welcome, however, we are able to reply only to those selected for an interview.