Description
Position: Rapid Response Northern School Team Member - First Nations Graduation Coach/Student Support Position
Location: Board Catchment Area
Hours of Work: Full-Time (1.0 FTE) at 35 hours per week
Rate of Pay: $58,241- $70,791
Union Affiliation: Non Union, 10 month Position - Permanent
GROW YOUR CAREER WITH KPDSB
As one of the areas largest employers, Keewatin-Patricia District School Board (KPDSB) is situated in beautiful Northwestern Ontario. KPDSB serves the educational needs of approximately 5,000 students within 17 elementary and 6 secondary schools in the communities of Kenora, Sioux Narrows, Vermilion Bay, Ear Falls, Red Lake, Dryden, Sioux Lookout, Ignace, Pickle Lake, Savant Lake, and Upsala.
Come to KPDSB to experience the refreshing lakes, sandy beaches, breathtaking northern lights, and the welcoming tight-knit communities. Stay to experience a progressive career path with an employer that is dedicated to providing a positive working environment, along with competitive compensation and benefits.
Additional information regarding the Board is available on the Boards web site at .
POSITION SUMMARY
This is a unique opportunity for dedicated individuals to work with the Rapid Response Northern School Team (RRNST) to support First Nations youth in grades K-12. The RRNST is composed of highly-trained and experienced KPDSB school board employees. This team includes certified educators, principals/administrators, and related positions. The RRNST is mobilized and assigned rapidly in order to respond to urgent and non-urgent requests made by local and remote First Nation communities so community schools remain open and staff are supported to deliver programs and support to students during or following community crisis. The team also provides ongoing educational support to schools in First Nations communities with the purpose of improving education and well-being outcomes for First Nations students.
A RRNST First Nation Graduation Coach/Student Support Position will provide support to Educators and First Nations students. Different than a teacher, an education assistant or counselor, this Team Member is a mentor, a connector and an advisor. The RRNST team members act as professional members of the school, are integral to student success teams, and as such play an essential role as advocate for students in local and remote schools with teachers, other school staff, families, and communities.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Degree or diploma in Youth Worker, Social Work, First Nations Family Support, Education, Health Care or related field as determined by the Human Resources Manager, or an equivalent combination of education and experience, working with and supporting youth.
- Trauma, Restorative Practices, and/or Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST)training, or willingness to attend this training.
- A valid driver’s license and the willingness and ability to travel for school board related business is required.
- Willingness to learn and use Indigenous languages in daily work. Fluency in Ojibwa/Oji Cree language preferred. Proficiency or working knowledge of Anishnaabemowin is a strong asset.
- Deep understanding of the social, cultural, and historical contexts of remote First Nations communities in Ontario. Personal or familial ties to First Nations communities, especially in Northern Ontario. Demonstrated respect for and knowledge of First Nations cultures, traditions, and worldviews. Experience participating in or supporting cultural practices, ceremonies, and community events. Proven ability to build trust and work collaboratively with community members, Elders, and local leadership.
- Strong understanding of systemic racism, colonialism, and their impacts on education. Understanding of intergenerational trauma and its effects on learning and well-being. Experience supporting students through trauma-informed, culturally safe, and strength-based approaches an asset.
APPLICATION & SELECTION PROCESS
Please include three (3) professional references, one of whom must be a recent supervisor and permission to contact. These can be uploaded directly into your ATE application/portfolio - Attention Samantha Hager, Human Resources Officer. The Board thanks all applicants for indicating their interest in this position, however, only those selected for a personal interview will be contacted.
KPSDB is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from members of groups with historical and/or current barriers to equitable outcomes including, but not limited to: First Nations, Métis, and Inuit peoples, and all other Indigenous peoples; members of groups that commonly experience discrimination due to race, ancestry, colour, or place of origin; persons with visible and/or invisible (physical and/or mental) disabilities
Confidential Information provided by applicants will be used for the purposes of this competition only and will be protected in accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. The board is committed to creating an accessible and inclusive workplace. We are committed to providing barrier-free and accessible employment practices in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Applicants requiring accommodation are encouraged to advise Human Resources throughout any stage of the recruitment process.
