Job Information

Position: Student Support Worker
Union: NSGEU

Family of Schools: Nova

Location(s)

Shubenacadie District Elementary School Hours Per Day: 7.00 Hours Per Week: 17.50 School Hours: 8-2 Assignment Hours: 7:40-2:20 Days:

Riverside Education Centre Hours Per Day: 7.00 Hours Per Week: 17.50 School Hours: 8:20-2:25 Assignment Hours: 8:00-2:45 Days:

Status

Regular Full-time

Percentage

10 Months

Salary

In accordance with the NSGEU collective agreement

Additional Info

Post Date: Tuesday September 15, 2026

Close Date: Tuesday September 22, 2026 at 12:00:00PM

Anticipated Start Date: Wednesday September 23, 2026

End Date: 06/30/2027

Introduction

The Student Support Worker primarily works with Mi'kmaw /Indigenous students to support a positive school experience, and improve academic success and self-esteem. The Student Support Worker works in a collaborative environment with education stakeholders and develops effective communication links between Mi'kmaw /Indigenous learners, their families, the Community and the school.

The Student Support Worker acts as a positive role model and fosters a positive setting of good will, respect and dignity with Mi'kmaw /Indigenous Nova Scotian students. Schedule to be determined between Location.

Minimum Requirements

Post-secondary education in Human Services, Social Services or related field

An equivalent combination of education/experience may be considered in lieu of a diploma/degree program

Experience working with youth of Mi'kmaw/Indigenous decent

Being a person of Mi'kmaw/Indigenous descent

A valid Nova Scotia's driver's license and or access to an insured vehicle

Additional Assets

Experience with case management and/or record keeping

Fluency,



knowledge and/or understanding to speak, read and write the Mi'kmaw language

Authentic connections to Mi'kmaw culture and traditions

Authentic connections to the Mi'kmaw community

Ability to connect and build relationships with students

Knowledge of the current and historic experiences of Mi'kmaw /Indigenous communities in the public education system

Knowledge of the issues and concerns facing Mi'kmaw /Indigenous youth

Knowledge of the services available to Mi'kmaw /Indigenous learners

Ability to apply knowledge, experience and commitment in the areas of cultural competence, human rights and diversity

Commitment to ongoing professional learning

Ability to work as a collaborative team member

Ability to work independently with minimal supervision

Strong interpersonal, oral and written communication skills

Ability to work and communicate effectively with a variety of stakeholders including: students, parents, school staff, community members and external groups

Ability to utilize current technologies

Ability to maintain accurate records and write reports

Ability to apply effective problem-solving and alternate dispute resolution strategies

The ability to maintain and promote confidentiality

Closing Notes

Please note, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. If you are the successful candidate you will be required to provide your original criminal records check of the vulnerable sector and your original child abuse register.

Both of these checks will be reviewed in accordance with the CCRCE policies and procedures. Applicants with disabilities who require assistance during the hiring process may contact Employee Health at [email protected] or (phone hidden) to request reasonable accommodations

📌 CC#26-02-214 Student Support Worker - Shubenacadie District (Halifax Regional Municipality)
🏢 Province Of Nova Scotia Regional Centres For Education
📍 Halifax Regional Municipality