1.0 FTE Permanent Indigenous Education Manager

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1.0 FTE Permanent Indigenous Education Manager

Job Code : 3910418

Superior North Catholic District School Board

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INDIGENOUS EDUCATION MANAGER

Start Date : As Soon as Possible

Location : To Be Determined

Hours of Work : 35 hours / week

Salary : $123,310.61 - $135,182.80 with competitive pension and benefits package

Position Description :

SNCDSB is looking for a strong, dynamic individual with experience in the Education Sector and strong, innovative leadership in the area of Indigenous Education.

The Indigenous Education Manager position is a 12-month position, and will report to the Superintendent of Education. The successful candidate will be responsible for connecting and engaging First Nation, Metis, Inuit (FNMI) students, parents / guardians, schools and communities with a focus on creating a culture of caring and learning.

Overall Roles and Responsibilities :

• Work collaboratively with all partners for continuous improvement in student achievement and well- being;
• Organize student and community activities with a diverse cultural focus;
• Work with other Student Support Team members and school leaders to provide support and current resources to enhance student learning in Indigenous Education across all subject areas;
• Share information and best practices that align and support the implementation of the Multi Year Strategic Plan and Indigenous Education Board Action Plan;
• Liasoning with local community Elders and Knowledge Keepers;
• Impart in-depth knowledge of Indigenous traditions, culture and practices;
• Collaborate with Indigenous and non-Indigenous organizations to improve partnerships within the SNCDSB;
• Supporting SNCDSB’s Indigenous Education Advisory Committee (IEAC) and SNCDSB Elder’s Council;
• Work with classroom educators to provide community-based prevention and intervention services and activities to support the academic, social, spiritual and emotional learning of all students at the elementary school level;

Extensive travel throughout the district will be expected; and

Other duties as assigned to support Indigenous education across SNCDSB.

Specific Role and Responsibilities :

• Work with the Superintendent of Education to implement and report on the Indigenous Education Board Action Plan and Ministry reporting as required;
• Support the implementation of the Ontario First Nations, Metis and Inuit Education Policy Framework ;
• Support and play a lead role in the formation, maintenance, and growth of the Indigenous Education Advisory Committee;
• Support SNCDSB Education Service Agreements and voluntary self-identification;
• Support the implementation of the recommendations of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission;
• Build and maintain strong, respectful relationships with local First Nations, Métis, and Inuit communities, including Education Directors;
• Support the implementation of culturally responsive teaching practices and resources in classrooms;
• Actively participate in Board meetings to provide updates on Indigenous Education initiatives and share progress on strategic goals;
• Engage in Executive Council meetings to contribute to system-level planning, decision-making, and policy development related to Indigenous Education;
• Monitor and analyze data related to Indigenous student achievement and well-being to inform decision-making and continuous improvement;

Support Indigenous Language and Indigenous Language Teachers; and

Other duties as assigned by the Superintendent of Education.

Preferred Abilities, Experience and Qualification :

• Proficiency in oral and or written Ojibwe preferred;
• Strategic Decision Making and Problem Solving Skills;
• Excellent communication, interpersonal skills and initiative;
• Ability to work within a Collaborative and Professional Culture;
• Experience working with Indigenous students, families and communities;
• A minimum of 5 years experience in Education;
• Valid Ontario College of Teachers certification is preferred;
• Strong humanitarian and interpersonal skills, including the ability to work well in a team, motivate others and build Catholic learning communities of faith;
• Understanding of Catholic Education and Indigenous Education;
• Experience in delivering cultural teachings;

Previous system experience or collaboration on system projects / initiatives; and

Strong knowledge of Assistive Technology & Google Apps for Education

Conditions of Employment

Must undergo a successful Vulnerable Sector Screening check

Please submit a completed application package including :

Cover letter and resume which clearly outlines your qualifications, skills and experiences related to the position.

A minimum of three (3) references, including email addresses, must be included in order for your package to be considered complete.

Note : This must include the current immediate supervisor and / or most recent supervisor.

Applicants must submit a cover letter and resume to https : / / sncdsb.simplication.com / by : December 9, 2024 @ 4 : 00 pm .

The Superior North Catholic District School Board is committed to equity and inclusion in the recruitment of qualified staff who reflect and support the diverse perspectives, experiences and needs of our students and school communities.

The Superior North Catholic District School Board seeks to ensure that all recruiting processes are non-discriminatory and barrier-free and will provide accommodations to applicants in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA).

Please inform the Human Resources Department in advance of any part of the process.

Successful candidates must provide a current satisfactory Vulnerable Sector Check (VSC) prior to commencing employment with SNCDSB.

SNCDSB will provide successful candidates with a letter to submit to the OPP. Please review the requirements for the VSC at Ontario Provincial Police Police Criminal Record Checks

Judy Wawia Maria Vasanelli

Board Chair Director of Education

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Posted On

November 20, 2024

Closing Date & Time

December 09, 2024 04 : 00 PM EST / EDT

Job Type

Full Time

Job Category

Management & Professionals

City

Terrace Bay

School / Location

System

Salary

$123,310.61 - $135,182.80 with competitive pension and benefits package

Employment Start Date

Start Immediately

Mandatory Document

• Resume
• Cover Letter
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