Closing Date: September 3rd, 2026 - 12:00pm Job Start Date: September 8th, 2026 Job End Date: June 28th, 2027 Compensation Rate As per the Support Staff Terms of Employment $30.96 to $41.05 an hour Full Time, Fixed-Term Contract - 1664 annually Daily 8.0 hours (8:00 am to 4:30 pm) Monday to Friday Additional Information Wetaskiwin Regional Public Schools is seeking a full time, compassionate, culturally grounded, and relationship-focusedIndigenous Support Worker to join our Learning Support Team at Pigeon Lake Regional School. In this role, you will advocate for and support Indigenous students and families, helping ensure every student feels connected, cared for, supported, respected, and valued. Your work will contribute to the mental, physical, spiritual, and emotional well-being of Indigenous students while building meaningful relationships across our schools and communities. Key Responsibilities Foster positive, supportive relationships with students, families, and the community. Collaborate with the Learning Support Team to create welcoming and safe school environments. Advocate for students by helping address barriers to success, such as attendance, wellness, and basic needs. Participate in student support meetings and collaborate with school and community partners. Organize and support cultural programming and opportunities. Track student data (attendance, progress, transitions) and communicate with the school team.



Listening to the concerns of students and families and assisting to navigate and mitigate these concerns with the appropriate support. Uphold confidentiality and professional communication at all times. Qualifications Diploma in Human Services or related field (e.G., Native Studies, Social Work, Education). Strong knowledge and understanding of Indigenous cultures - especially Plains Cree language and traditions. Experience working collaboratively in school and/or community settings. Ability to develop supportive relationships with children, youth, and families. Excellent interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills. Ability to work both independently and as part of a team. Valid Alberta Driver's License and reliable transportation. Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Google Suite. Commitment to ongoing career development and WRPS Health & Safety standards. Highly flexible, with solid interpersonal, prioritization and organizational skills that allows one to work effectively in diverse working environments and effectively accommodate unexpected urgencies. Experience facilitating Youth groups/Adult groups. Experience with the First Nations, Metis and Inuit culture. Highly developed communication and interpersonal skills. The successful candidate will be required to provide a clean Criminal Record/Vulnerable Sector check as a condition of employment. #J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Indigenous Support Worker - Pigeon Lake (Alberta)
🏢 Yourchamber
📍 Alberta