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Temporary Indigenous Student Advocate

School District #58 (Nicola-Similkameen)

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#Part-time #Cultural awareness #Student support #Aboriginal education #Indigenous Student Advocate

Part Time On Site

Quick overview

Assist with student activities related to Aboriginal enhancement and education.
Create schedules for working with Aboriginal students.
Support programs developing educational, emotional, social, and cultural abilities.
Work with multidisciplinary teams and promote cultural pride.
Assist with student self-identification and data collection.
Monitor and report on student progress and concerns.
Participate in meetings and act as a liaison for community resources.
Advocate and role model for Aboriginal students.
Engage in conflict resolution and participate in class activities

Requirements summary

Grade 12 plus 6 months post-secondary coursework in human or social services.
One year recent experience with Aboriginal students and families.
Cultural awareness and sensitivity in First Nations communities.
Ability to communicate effectively and maintain relationships.
Knowledge of record keeping systems and computer skills.
Aboriginal ancestry as per BC Human Rights Code

Grade 126 months post-secondary coursework in human or social services or related fieldCultural awareness of the First Nations and Aboriginal communityExperience with Aboriginal students and familiesRecord keeping and organizational skillsCultural resource knowledge in First Nations heritageEffective communication and relationship maintenance

Job description

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: (250) 378-5161 PLEASE POST FOR ALL C.U.P.E.
LOCAL 847 STAFF C.U.P.E.
External job posting no.
26-22POSITION: TEMPORARY - Indigenous Student Advocate - MerrittSHIFT: 17.5 hours per week - School days only EFFECTIVE: September 8, 2026 - December 18, 2026 – Exact timing of the hours to be determined by the AdministratorSALARY: Starting wage is $33.60 per hour. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE: <ul><li>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.</li><li>In cooperation with school Principals, and the District Principal, creates a schedule for working with Aboriginal students.</li><li>Provide assistance and support for the implementation of programs aimed at developing the educational, emotional, social and cultural abilities of Aboriginal students.</li><li>Works as part of a multi-disciplinary team with teachers, counselors, administrators and participates in planning, organizing, and promoting cultural pride and awareness.</li><li>Assists with the student self-identification of Aboriginal ancestry and the collection of data for the school, and the district.</li><li>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.</li><li>May participate in school-based team meetings and other consultative meetings as required.</li><li>Acts as a liaison for community and cultural resources for classrooms and schools.</li><li>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.</li><li>Engages in problem solving with students and families using conflict resolution methods.</li><li>May participate in field trips and class activities and outings.</li></ul>The above job duties and responsibilities reflect the principal functions of the job.

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