October 26, 2026 File: 26/27-45a October 26, 2026 TEMPORARY JOB POSTING POSITION: Indigenous Education Support Worker I– III 20 Hours per week Starting Salary
- $25.25
- $30.47 per hour (Effective July 1, 2024)
• Temporary to June 29, 2027 ( or return of the incumbent whichever occurs first)
• Plus Benefit Package (as per CUPE Local 2145 Collective Agreement)

LOCATION:
WALNUT PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Qualifications
• Completion of Grade 12 (Dogwood Certificate)
• Minimum of two years post-secondary training; in First Nations Education, Counselling, Human Services or other areas related to working with school-aged children and youth
• Minimum of two years of experience working with Indigenous students and/or families
• Must be familiar with local Indigenous organizations and services, both on and off reserve;
• Training in Non-Violent Crisis Management Techniques (e.g. CPI training) would be an asset
• Demonstrated,



exceptional skills and experience with communication technology, word processing, database management and spreadsheet programs (e.g. Microsoft Office)
• Demonstrated ability to use initiative to determine, judge and select appropriate course of action
• Familiarity with Workers' Compensation Board (WCB) safety procedures
• Valid Class 5 – BC Driver's Licence and an exemplary driving record as demonstrated by a current drivers' abstract
• Physical ability to perform the required duties “First priority will be given to candidates who are of Indigenous ancestry, and who have a working knowledge of the local Witsuwit'en Indigenous culture and history. Any appointment will be subject to the approval of the Indigenous Education Council or designates.”

📌 Indigenous Education Support Worker (Smithers)
🏢 School District 54 (Bulkley Valley)
📍 Smithers