Indigenous Cultural Liaison(s) - Indigenous Learning - Education Centre

Indigenous Cultural Liaison(s) Indigenous Learning - Education Centre Company Overview

As a rapidly growing school division in Alberta, Rocky View Schools (RVS) supports the educational needs of more than 29,000 students from Kindergarten to Grade 12 in 53 schools to ensure they learn, belong and succeed.

RVS is situated on the traditional territories of the Treaty 7 region of Southern Alberta including the Siksikaitsitapi (Siksika, Kainai, Piikani, Amskapi Pikuni), the Tsuutina, the Îyâxe Nakoda Nations (Bearspaw, Chiniki, Goodstoney), and the Rocky View Métis District.

Our team is committed to creating positive, safe and inclusive environments for students to learn and for staff to work together. RVS encourages applications from individuals who can help shape and embody our core values of Leadership, People, Community and Innovation, and support our vision that RVS is a world-class learning organization where all students achieve their absolute best.

The Opportunity

RVS is seeking two outstanding professionals for a continuing, full-time (35 hours/week) Indigenous Cultural Liaison position to work a 10-month school calendar schedule starting August 26, 2025.

The Indigenous Cultural Liaison is responsible for supporting the implementation of cultural programming that increases Indigenous student attendance & engagement in schools throughout RVS. This position provides ongoing supports for cultural programming, and academics, supports relationships between families and RVS employees, and liaises between the child, family, school, and community cultural resources.

This position will be located at the Education Centre in Airdrie, Alberta and access to reliable transportation is a requirement, as some travel will be required. Responsibilities:

• Provides cultural lessons, demonstrations and teachings to RVS employees and students
• Supports employees with cultural understandings to support communication between students, families, and community members
• Supports Indigenous student transitions to middle school, high school, and post-secondary
• Maintains and develops ongoing, deep, reciprocal relationships with Indigenous communities in the region they work as they pertain to education
• Advocates for and supports the inclusion of Indigenous history and knowledge into curricular activities, and model lessons and cultural teachings
• Coordinates Elders, knowledge keepers, and community members to support teaching and learning
• Supports the implementation of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission’s recommendations as they pertain to education

Education/Experience:

• Bachelors degree in the areas of intercultural education, community development, or related field
• Certificate or Diploma in First Nations, Metis and Inuit Community Liaison Program
• Lived experience of Indigenous ways of Knowing and Being, and the history and experience of Indigenous Peoples in Canada, particularly the Treaty 7 area
• Demonstrated experience working with Indigenous students, families, and community members
• 3+ years’ experience in community development work is preferred, preferably in an Indigenous setting
• An equivalent combination of Education and Experience may be considered

Rocky View Schools Benefits:

• 6% Vacation Pay
• Benefits Plan (Extended Health, Dental Benefits, Wellness/Health Care Spending Account(s), Tax Free Savings Account and Registered Retirement Savings Plan)
• Defined Benefit Pension Plan
• Professional development and training opportunities
• Free Parking

Pre-employment Requirements

• To qualify for an interview, candidates are required to submit proof of their qualifications and education as per the position's requirements.
• The successful candidate must submit a current Criminal Record with Vulnerable Sector Check within 30 days of the start of your employment.

Open to: Internal and External applicants

Salary: $29.64-$36.02 per hour (effective August 25, 2025 this position will have a 3% wage increase per the terms of employment)

How to Apply

We request all applications be placed through . Applications must include your cover letter, resume, proof of qualifications and contact information of three professional references.

Quote Job Code#: 3963938

Closing Date: This position will remain open until suitable candidates are found

Rocky View Schools

Human Resources

We appreciate and consider all applications; however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Applicants may be contacted via email or by phone for an interview. Please ensure your online profile information is up to date so there is no delay in contacting you.