Indigenous Graduation Coach

BLUEWATER DISTRICT SCHOOL BOARD INVITES APPLICATIONS FOR THE FOLLOWING PERMANENT FULL-TIME POSITION Indigenous Graduation Coach GROW YOUR CAREER IN BLUEWATER As one of the area’s largest employers, Bluewater District School Board has approximately 3,000 permanent and casual employees who serve 18,500 students and families across 8,673 square kilometres within Bruce and Grey Counties on the traditional lands of the Saugeen Ojibway Nation.

Come to Bluewater to experience the trails, sandy beaches, meandering rivers, and welcoming communities. Stay to experience a progressive career path with an employer that is dedicated in providing a positive working environment, along with competitive compensation and benefits.

Location : Bluewater District School Board Education Centre, Chesley Start date : August 26, 2024Hours of Work : Full time, Monday to Friday (35 hours a week), 10-month position2024-2025 school year dates : August 26, 2024 July 4, 2025Hourly Rate : $28.

• 44-$33.27 / hour + vacation entitlements and holiday pay DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES : Support the student success of intermediate and senior Indigenous students across Bluewater District School Board;
• Work in partnership with Bluewater District School Board’s Indigenous Advisor, administrators and staff across Bluewater District School Board, members of both Saugeen First Nation and Chippewas of Nawash Unceded First Nation to establish timely interventions to remove barriers to the ensure the well-being, engagement, and learning of Indigenous students;
• Use existing school structures to advocate for the needs of each learner; Engage with parents, guardians, families and communities to build trust, relationships, and facilitate communication and dialogue;
• Develop collective knowledge of educators, provide cultural competency supports as needed, and advocate leveraging Indigenous cultural knowledge to help transform school culture;
• Act as an advocate and a role model for students in pathways planning related to graduation and post-secondary destinations;
• Connect students with their cultural identity and organize and facilitate student leadership development; Facilitate student engagement in order to create trusting relationships between Indigenous students and their secondary or elementary school community;
• and, Perform other duties as assigned. QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE Grade 12 Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD), or equivalent Indigenous Education, counselling training program diploma, or Diploma in Native Education Indigenous Studies;
• and Experience working with Indigenous students in a counselling or support role. ASSETS : Proven ability to demonstrate an understanding of the Anishinaabe traditions and community Excellent written and oral communication Organized and able to manage competing demands;

and, Experience mentoring or coaching students. JOB REQUIREMENTS : Clean vulnerable sector police check Valid Driver’s License Access to a Reliable Vehicle Eligible to work in Canada APPLICATION PROCESS : Qualified applicants are invited to apply for this position online using Apply to Education (ATE) at https : / / bwdsb.

simplication.com. Applicants are asked to provide a resume and cover letter.All fees for the ATE application process are covered by the Bluewater District School Board.

Should applicants require assistance in registering for Apply to Education (ATE), they may contact the ATE Help Desk at 1-416-932-8866 or 1-877-900-5627.

We thank everyone for applying, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.Questions regarding this posting should be directed to : Kim Harbinson Learning Services Administrator Student SuccessBluewater Education Centre351 1st Avenue North, Chelsey519-363-2014Kim Harbinson@bwdsb.

on.ca Equity Bluewater District School Board is committed to fostering a safe and supportive learning environment for all students and staff.

Accommodation Bluewater District school board is committed to providing accommodations in the workplace and for candidates who have temporary or permanent disability, or who otherwise require accommodations based on the protected grounds highlighted in the Ontario Human Rights Code in respect to the recruitment and selection process.

Wellness Bluewater District School Board is committed to providing a respectful and healthy work environment.