Indigenous Education Support Worker

Indigenous Education Support Worker

School District No. 83 (North Okanagan-Shuswap) is inviting applications for an Indigenous Education Support Worker. This is a union position; rate of pay is $29.54 per hour.

• Assist with all aspects of student activities as required, including direct involvement with individual or small groups of students, aligning with the Aboriginal Enhancement Agreement and the Local Education Agreement.
• In cooperation with school principals and the district principal, create a schedule for working with Indigenous students.
• Provide assistance and support for the implementation of programs aimed at developing the educational, emotional, social and cultural abilities of Indigenous students.
• Work as part of a multi‑disciplinary team with teachers, counselors, administrators and participate in planning, organizing and promoting cultural pride and awareness.
• Assist with student self‑identification of Indigenous ancestry and the collection of data for the school and the district.
• Monitor and track students’ progress, performance, attendance, academic achievement and concerns regarding vulnerable students and report to appropriate teachers, principals, and counselors.
• May participate in school‑based team meetings and other consultative meetings as required.
• Act as a liaison for community and cultural resources for classrooms and schools.
• Serve as a positive role model and advocate for all Indigenous students in areas including the academic, social and cultural aspects; may include career/life planning and transition.
• Engage in problem solving with students and families using conflict resolution methods.
• May participate in field trips and class activities and outings.

• Grade 12 plus six months recent post‑secondary in human or social service coursework or equivalent.
• One year of recent experience with Indigenous students and families in an educational or recreational environment.
• Cultural awareness of the Indigenous community.
• Demonstrated effectiveness, initiative and flexibility in identifying and performing tasks in support of educational goals for Indigenous students.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate and maintain effective working relationships with the public, students, teachers, principals and other district employees.
• Demonstrated ability to be a cultural resource person in First Nations cultural heritage and history with demonstrated cultural sensitivity for all Aboriginal nations.
• Working knowledge of computers and the ability to organize and maintain record‑keeping systems.

The successful applicant will be a person of Indigenous ancestry in accordance with an approved special program under Section 42(3) of the British Columbia Human Rights Code.

Interested individuals are invited to submit a cover letter, resume, three professional references, and any supporting documentation. All applications must be sent to Make a Future at Make a Future
. We will not accept applications through any other medium.

Entry level

Full‑time

Other

Education