The awarded applicant will be required to join the CUPE Local 748 Union and have a Criminal Record Check (submitted by the employer).This position is due to a leave.Days/Hours Of WorkMonday, Tuesday - 8:15am - 2:45pm- Hume Elementary SchoolWednesday - 8:00am - 2:30pm - Blewett Elementary SchoolThursday and Friday - 8:15am - 2:45pm - Rosemont Elementary SchoolPosition DescriptionAssists teachers by providing enhanced personal, cultural, and educational learning experiences to students of Aboriginal ancestry. The employee works with families, school and district staff, school-based team, Aboriginal partners and community agencies to improve the educational outcomes and attendance of Aboriginal students in a culturally relevant program.Reports ToDirector of Indigenous Education & Learning Services or designate and supervised by the site supervisor (principal).Direct ReportsN/ADuties & ResponsibilitiesProvide support to the district Aboriginal Education program to successfully meet the needs of students at assigned schools; provide academic, social, and cultural support to Aboriginal students in a trauma-informed manner; support students in learning Aboriginal culture, history, and traditions, with a focus priority on local First Nations as defined under DRIPA, as well as Metis language and culture; build relationships with families and increase student sense of belonging at school; maintain up-to-date records related to audit requirements; participate in school-based-team meetings, planning meetings, parent meetings, and other relevant meetings as required; under the direction of the teacher, provide information to families regarding community support agencies; support culturally appropriate strategies and programs that improve Aboriginal student educational outcomes and attendance; collaborate with district Elders and Knowledge Keepers; support school

📌 (Temporary) Indigenous Education Support Worker - 10 Months Per Year Basis - 30 Hours Per Week (Nelson)
🏢 School District #8 (Kootenay Lake)
📍 Nelson