Casual​/On-Call Indigenous Education Support Worker

Kootenay Lake School District is looking for qualified candidates to work on an as-needed basis as Casual/On-Call Indigenous Education Support Worker for the  School Year. Qualified candidates will be considered for placement on the established casual list. All awarded applicants will be required to join the CUPE Local 748 Union and have a Criminal Record Check (submitted by the employer).

Note:

A Vulnerable Sector Criminal Record Check will be required from successful applicants, with a review every five (5) years.

Job applications will be reviewed monthly or on an as-needed basis depending on school staffing needs.

Assists teachers by providing enhanced personal, cultural, and educational learning experiences to students of Aboriginal ancestry. The employee works with families, school and district staff, school-based team, Aboriginal partners and community agencies to improve the educational outcomes and attendance of Aboriginal students in a culturally relevant program.

Director of Indigenous Education & Learning Services or designate and supervised by the site supervisor (principal).

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• Provide support to the district Aboriginal Education program to successfully meet the needs of students at assigned schools;
• provide academic, social, and cultural support to Aboriginal students in a trauma-informed manner;
• support students in learning Aboriginal culture, history, and traditions, with a focus priority on local First Nations as defined under DRIPA, as well as Metis language and culture;
• build relationships with families and increase student sense of belonging at school;
• maintain up-to‑date records related to audit requirements;
• participate in school‑based‑team meetings, planning meetings, parent meetings, and other relevant meetings as required;
• under the direction of the teacher, provide information to families regarding community support agencies;
• support culturally appropriate strategies and programs that improve Aboriginal student educational outcomes and attendance;
• collaborate with district Elders and Knowledge Keepers;
• support school‑to‑school, including post‑secondary, transitions of Aboriginal students;
• support and maintain cultural safety for Aboriginal students, families, and community;
• support and enhance classrooms in all grades and subject areas through the inclusion of Aboriginal worldviews and perspectives;
• support Local Education Agreement goals and objectives;
• work collaboratively with other Aboriginal Education staff in the school and district; and
• communicate with parents/guardians of Aboriginal students on providing Aboriginal Education support services.

The above job description reflects the principle functions of the job. Other comparable or transient duties which are within the area of knowledge and skills required by the job description may also be assigned.

• Grade 12
• Class 5 Driver’s License.
• Completion of an Indigenous Education Support Worker diploma or a human or social service diploma or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience including working within an Indigenous community and/or program; and
• significant demonstrated experience with and significant knowledge of Ktunaxa, Secwepemc, syilx, and/or Metis language and culture.

• Initiative and flexibility in identifying and performing tasks in support of educational goals for Indigenous students;
• proficiency in building relationships;
• strong collaboration and teamwork abilities;
• flexibility for working in dynamic settings with changing priorities;
• strong conflict resolution skills and an ability to manage difficult situations with tact and diplomacy;
• proactive and initiative-driven…