Temporary Indigenous Student advocate

Location: Lower Nicola

THE BOARD OF EDUCATION OF
SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 58 (NICOLA-SIMILKAMEEN)
ADMINISTRATION OFFICE
P.O. Box 4100, 1550 Chapman Street, Merritt, B.C., V1K 1B8, Phone:
PLEASE POST FOR ALL C.U.P.E. LOCAL 847 STAFF   C.U.P.E. ENTERNAL JOB POSTING NO. 26-03
Written or emailed applications will be received by email to for the following position until 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, February 10, 2026. This position will be posted priority internally and externally with prioritygiven to candidates with required seniority and qualifications.
POSITION:
TEMPORARY-Indigenous Student Advocate - Merritt SHIFT:
7.0 hours per day - Monday to Friday - School days only
EFFECTIVE  :
Immediately   until June 26, 2026, or until the return of the incumbent. Day -   Exact     timing     of     the     hours     to     be     determined     by     the     Administrator
SALARY:
Starting wage is $33.60   per     hour.
DUTIES AND

RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:

Assists with all aspects of student activities as required, including direct involvement with either individual or a small group of students, as it pertains to the Aboriginal Enhancement Agreement and the Local Education Agreement.
In cooperation with school Principals, and the District Principal, creates a schedule for working with Aboriginal students.
Provide assistance and support for the implementation of programs aimed at developing the educational, emotional, social and cultural abilities of Aboriginal students.
Works as part of a multi-disciplinary team with teachers, counselors, administrators and participates in planning, organizing, and promoting cultural pride and awareness.
Assists with the student self-identification of Aboriginal ancestry and the collection of data for the school, and the district.
Monitors and tracks students' progress, performance, attendance, academic achievement, and concerns regarding “vulnerable” students and reports on same to the appropriate teachers, principals, and counselors.
May participate in school-based team meetings and other consultative meetings as required.
Acts as a liaison for community and cultural resources for classrooms and schools.
Acts as a positive role model and advocate for all Aboriginal students in areas including the academic, social and cultural aspects of the student and may include career/life planning and transition.
Engages in problem solving with students and families using conflict resolution methods.
May participate in field trips and class activities and outings.
The above job duties and responsibilities reflect the principal functions of the job. Other comparable or transient duties which are within the areas of knowledge and skills required by the job description may also be assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS

REQUIRED:

Grade 12 plus 6 months recent post-secondary in human or social service coursework or equivalent in related field.
One Year of recent experience with Aboriginal students and families in an educational or recreational environment.
Cultural awareness of the First Nations and Aboriginal community.
Demonstrated effectiveness, initiative and flexibility in identifying and performing tasks in support of educational goals for Aboriginal students.
Demonstrated ability to communicate and maintain effective working relationships with the public, students, teachers, Principals and other employees of the District.
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 Aboriginal ancestry in accordance with an approved special program under Section 42(3) of the British Columbia Human Rights Code.”   Please submit your interest for this role to Kassey Buckland atbefore the above listed closing date and time.
If you have any questions or require further information, please contact Barbara McLean, Director of Human Resources, or your Union President.
A. Mc Ivor
BM/kb Payroll
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