Job Type: Temporary Full-time, 40 hours per week Hours of Work: Primarily daytime, occasional evening or weekend work may be required The čɛpθ position works collaboratively with school leadership and staff to create a secure and welcoming school environment for Indigenous students and provide cultural enhancement experiences to students in classrooms, gatherings, at lunch, and after school. čɛpθ is meant to capture the essence that each uncle or auntie has their own unique gifts and talents to share with the child but is grounded in a deep care and interest in the child’s holistic well-being. čɛpθ implies a relationship with the family, community, and culture. In many Indigenous cultures, a čɛpθ is one of the most meaningful relationships a child will have and is foundational to their success as they become adults. Performs all duties and responsibilities in accordance with Tla’amin laws, regulations, policies, practices and procedures as directed by the Education Manager.

Maintains confidentiality as required pertaining to Citizens, clients, employees and general matters of the Nation.

Welcome

Indigenous students each morning, complete daily check-ins, and provide support for students to be ready for the day’s learning. Build trusting, positive relationships with Indigenous students and their families, and serve as a point of contact regarding students’ school experiences. Monitor student attendance and wellbeing, inclu ding conducting care calls or home visits when students are absent or appear to be struggling.

Support positive relationships between Indigenous students, families, teachers,



and school administrators. Collaborate with school staff, members of the Indigenous Education team, and Tla’amin Nation staff and community members to plan, schedule, and deliver a range of culturally relevant experiences to students in classrooms and assemblies which promote and enhance understanding of Indigenous language, culture, values, and worldview. Collaborate with the Education Team around student support planning, documentation, referrals, and case-management activities.

Identify students who may need additional support and, alongside the Education Team and family where appropriate, support referrals and connection to services. Support the development and delivery of workshops and in-services for school staff, drawing on knowledge of Tla’amin/Coast Salish culture and appropriate protocols. Support teachers to embed Indigenous perspectives in their classrooms and lessons.

Encourage and support Indigenous students to participate in school activities, including extracurriculars and sports. Plan and facilitate learning opportunities and programs during student lunch hour and after school specifically designed for Indigenous students (but which may be accessible to all students).



Attend school staff meetings, professional development activities, Indigenous Education staff meetings, and Nation staff meetings as directed, and meetings focused on an Indigenous student as requested.

Participate in collaborative case management with the Education Team and school-based teams, including contributing observations, support planning, and agreed-upon follow up. Maintain timely, objective case notes documenting student interactions, supports, family contacts, referrals, and follow-up.

Monitor

Nation and school-based email accounts daily and respond accordingly. ~ Sign-in daily at the school office. ~ Training, Education, Experience ~ Being of Indigenous ancestry. ~ Experience working in a school setting and/or with school-aged children and youth. ~ Experience providing social and emotional support to children, youth, and/or adults is an asset.

Experience giving presentations to small and large groups is an asset.

Successful Criminal

Record check with vulnerable sector check. Class 5 BC Driver’s License and acceptable Driving Record. Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of Tla’amin history, culture, community, and practices, including appropriate protocols. ~ Ability to work independently with all ages of children/youth.

Ability to work collaboratively as a member of the Indigenous Education Team, school-based team, and Department of Education team at the Nation. Work will primarily be performed in a school-based setting, although some activities in the community may also be included.

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