YTC & GSSD Cultural Coordinator

Good Spirit School Division #204; Yorkton; On-site; CAD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

The Yorkton Tribal Council and The Good Spirit School Division are seeking a Cultural Coordinator to develop and support coordinated programming across four partner schools and strengthen Indigenous language and land-based learning within curricula.

You will work with Elders, teachers, and community partners to ensure programming reflects local protocols and knowledge, while promoting student engagement and inclusive education across multiple sites in Saskatchewan.

Qualifications

• Successful completion of Grade 12.
• Experience working with Indigenous students and their parents.
• A valid driver's license.
• This position is designated for qualified applicants who self-identify as Indigenous (First Nations, Métis, Inuit) in the 'Diversity Groups' section of the online application.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, and facilitate cultural programming, initiatives, and events across four partner schools.
• Collaborate with Elders, Knowledge Keepers, community representatives, school administrators, teachers, consultants, and partners to reflect local protocols and community knowledge.
• Support teachers in developing lessons that integrate Indigenous perspectives and languages.
• Coordinate land-based learning activities and share equipment among the schools.
• Provide or coordinate professional learning to embed Indigenous ways of knowing in teaching.
• Research and organize culturally appropriate resources and program information.
• Build relationships with First Nations communities and educational partners to broaden opportunities for students and staff.
• Contribute to practices that sustain integration of Indigenous education across partner schools.
• Complete other duties assigned by the Director of Education and Superintendent of Indigenous Education.

Education

Grade 12

Job description

The Yorkton Tribal Council and The Good Spirit School Division are accepting applicants for Cultural Coordinator

Reporting jointly to the Yorkton Tribal Council Director of Education and the Good Spirit School Division Superintendent of Indigenous Education, the Cultural Coordinator develops and supports coordinated programming across the four partner schools. The role strengthens the integration of local First Nations cultures, Indigenous ways of knowing, traditional languages, land-based learning, and community knowledge within school programming and curriculum.

Portfolio: Invitational Shared Services Initiative Partnership - Yorkton Tribal Council (YTC) and Good Spirit School Division (GSSD)

Reports Directly to: Director of Education, YTC and Superintendent of Indigenous Education, GSSD

Location: Multiple Sites

Schools Served

• Chief Gabriel Cote Education Complex
• Keeseekoose Chiefs Education Centre
• Kamsack Comprehensive Institute
• Victoria School – Kamsack

Salary Range: Based on qualifications/experience

Partnership Description

Chief Gabriel Cote Education Complex, Keeseekoose Chiefs Education Centre, Kamsack Comprehensive Institute, and Victoria School–Kamsack are located near one another and serve students and families whose connections often extend across the four school communities. A coordinated approach creates opportunities to share resources, strengthen relationships, and provide consistent access to Indigenous cultural teachings, languages, land-based learning, and perspectives. Through this partnership, the schools aim to foster belonging, engagement, attendance, and student success.

Qualifications

• Successful completion of Grade 12
• Demonstrated experience working with Indigenous students and their parents
• A valid driver's license
• This position is designated for qualified applicants who self-identify as an Indigenous person (First Nations, Métis, Inuit) in the “Diversity Groups” section of the online application.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, and facilitate cultural programming, initiatives, and events across the four partner schools.
• Collaborate with Elders, Knowledge Keepers, community representatives, school administrators, teachers, consultants, and other partners to ensure programming reflects local protocols, priorities, and community knowledge.
• Support teachers in developing and using grade-appropriate lessons, units, resources, and learning experiences that respectfully integrate Indigenous perspectives, First Nations content, and traditional languages.
• Coordinate land-based learning activities and the equitable sharing, care, and use of related equipment and materials among the four schools.
• Provide or coordinate professional learning that strengthens staff confidence and capacity to embed Indigenous ways of knowing, cultural understanding, and promising practices in teaching and school programming.
• Research, compile, develop, and organize culturally appropriate resources, materials, and program information.
• Build relationships and networks with First Nations communities, service organizations, and educational partners to broaden opportunities for students and staff.
• Contribute to practices, procedures, and systems that support sustained integration of Indigenous education across the partner schools.
• Complete other related duties assigned jointly by the Yorkton Tribal Council Director of Education and the Good Spirit School Division Superintendent of Indigenous Education.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Quality & Organization of Work

• Demonstrated ability to independently initiate and organize projects to achieve work process efficiencies. The Cultural Coordinator must demonstrate the ability to pay attention to detail and ensure work is consistently completed accurately within expected timeframes.

Adaptability & Flexibility

• A Cultural Coordinator must demonstrate their ability to prioritize multiple demands and effectively manage time while being responsive to changing priorities. Flexibility entails understanding and appreciating different and opposing perspectives on an issue and adapting one’s approach as a situation's requirements change.
• Strong problem‑solving skills and demonstrated ability to apply judgement in complex, highly sensitive and sometimes ambiguous situations are essential.

Communication

• A Cultural Coordinator must have superior interpersonal and communication skills and be able to communicate professionally with administration and staff. Excellent interpersonal skills along with proven written and oral communication, and computer presentation skills are required.

Job Knowledge

• Be knowledgeable and supportive of applicable Tribal Council, GSSD Board and Division policies and procedures.
• Be willing to engage in lifelong learning with respect to training, in-services and courses of study, and understanding of Indigenous culture and traditional ways of knowing.

Cooperation & Teamwork

• A Cultural Coordinator must be able to work with staff and provide appropriate information and support in a timely manner. The Cultural Coordinator must be able to work as a team player and independently with minimal supervision.

Attitude

• A Cultural Coordinator must present a positive and professional attitude towards others, their work, and the division and conduct oneself in a manner appropriate to an educational institute that provides services to children. The position promotes the GSSD values of belonging, respect, responsibility, learning, nurturing and perseverance.

Documentation and Accountability

• Maintain records of student participation in cultural teachings, programs, and events.
• Document requests and supports provided to teachers, school staff, and partner schools.
• Communicate regularly with the designated supervisors and school administrators regarding plans, progress, emerging needs, and use of shared resources.
• Follow each school’s visitor, sign-in, safety, and operational procedures.