Graduation Coach​/Liaison Facilitator

Sqwá First Nation
- Graduation Coach / Liaison Facilitator (6-Month Term)

Sqwá First Nation is seeking a supportive, organized, and youth-focused Graduation Coach / Liaison Facilitator to work alongside students, families, school-based staff, and the Sqwá Education Department to help students succeed throughout their educational journey. Reporting to the Education Director, this position will support students from Kindergarten through Grade 12, with a particular focus on identifying students who may be struggling, coordinating appropriate supports, and helping students in Grades 9-12 remain on a successful path toward graduation.

The successful candidate will build strong relationships with youth and families, collaborate with school-based teams, and advocate for students while providing support that reflects trauma-informed and culturally respectful practices.

• Establish and maintain collaborative relationships with school-based Graduation Coaches.
• Review student progress and success to date for students in Grades 9-12, including anecdotal information and report cards.
• Determine whether students in Grades 11 and 12 are on a path toward successful graduation.
• Identify students who may require additional academic, social, or other supports to remain on track.
• Bring together school-based Graduation Coaches, other school supports, families, and the Sqwá Education Department to identify strategies and supports for students who are struggling.
• Meet with parents and designated school staff to discuss student progress and determine appropriate next steps.
• Advocate for students and help strengthen communication between students, families, schools, and Sqwá First Nation.

• Meet with counsellors and learning support teachers regarding students from Kindergarten to Grade 8.
• Work collaboratively with school teams to identify students who may be struggling.
• Determine what types of supports may be beneficial to individual students.
• Meet with Sqwá Education staff to determine what resources are available to support students.
• Meet with parents and school-based teams to discuss concerns, available supports, and appropriate next steps.
• Help strengthen communication and collaboration between families, schools, and the Sqwá Education Department.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of Education.

• Maintain clear communication with the Education Director regarding student needs, progress, and supports.
• Prepare meeting summaries and discuss them with the Education Director during weekly meetings, or more frequently when required.
• Work collaboratively with school-based employees, families, Education Department staff, and other stakeholders while maintaining confidentiality.

• Grade 12 Diploma; one year of post-secondary education in a relevant area of study is preferred.
• Experience working with youth.
• Demonstrated ability to connect with and build rapport with youth.
• Experience and understanding of trauma-informed and cultural practices and contexts.
• Experience advocating for youth with external stakeholders.
• Experience working within the BC school system.
• Indigenous community knowledge is preferred.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Exceptional organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to work successfully and supportively with school-aged children, families, and school-based employees.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and adhere to Sqwá First Nation policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of, respect for, and understanding of Stó:lō culture, traditions, and language is considered an asset.
• Experience working within a First Nations community is considered…