BLUEWATER DISTRICT SCHOOL BOARDINVITES APPLICATIONSFORTwo (2) Full-Time Indigenous Graduation Coach Positions, Temporary ContractsGROW YOUR CAREER IN BLUEWATERAs 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.Two (2) Temporary Full-Time (35 hours per week) Indigenous Graduation Coach esLocationG.C. Huston Public School (1); Saugeen District SeniorSchool (1)DatesCommencing as soon as possible and ending June 30, 2027, with potential contract renewal based on funding availability and mutual agreementRate$36.27 per hour plus vacation payDuties and ResponsibilitiesSupport the student success of Indigenous students from Saugeen First Nations attending G.C. Huston Public School and Saugeen District Senior School; Work in partnership withBluewater District School Board's Indigenous Advisor, central staff, administrators, and staff at Saugeen District Senior School to establish timely interventions to remove barriers to 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 community partners to build trust, relationships, and facilitate communication and dialogue; Develop collectiveknowledge of educators, provide culturally responsive supports as needed,



and advocate leveraging Indigenous perspectives and knowledge to strengthen inclusive and culturally responsive school environments; Act as an advocateand arole 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 studentengagement in order to create trusting relationships between Indigenous students and their secondary or elementary school community; and,Perform otherduties as assigned.Qualifications and ExperienceGrade 12 Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD), or equivalent; Indigenous Education, counselling training program diploma, or Diploma in Native Education Indigenous Studies; andExperience working with Indigenous students in a counselling or support role.AssetsThe ability and willingness to provide recommendations in a timely manner, demonstrating good judgement, respect for organizational policies and procedures in addition to Saugeen First Nation values and inherent rights; Genuine knowledge and understanding of the Seven Grandfather Teachings and the willingness to learn; Familiarity with SaugeenFirst Nation history; Excellent written and oral communication; Organized and ableto manage competing demands; and,Experience mentoring or coaching students.Job RequirementsClean vulnerable sector police checkValid driver's licenseAccess to a reliable vehicleEligible to work in CanadaEquityBluewater District School Board is committed to fostering a secure and supportive learning environment for all students and staff.AccommodationBluewater 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.WellnessBluewater District School Board is committed to providing a respectful and healthy work workplace.#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 1.0 Fte, Full-Time, Temporary, Indigenous, Fnmi Graduation Coach - C$36.3 An Hour (Winnipeg)
🏢 Bluewater District School Board
📍 Winnipeg