01 Nov
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Timmins
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Ontario
Locations: W.Earle Miller Public School, Timmins Centennial Public School, Bertha ShawPublic School
Vacancy Details: 1.0 (permanent position with an end date of June 25,2027)
This posting is for an existingvacancy.
The Central Region Indigenous StudentAdvisor (ISA) will assist with leading and implementing programs, services andother supports to meet the unique needs of First Nation, Metis and Inuitstudents, and their families, with a focus on successful student learning from Kindergartento grade 6. The Central Region Indigenous Student Advisor will report directlyto the Indigenous Lead Administrator for District School Board Ontario NorthEast.
Responsibilities will include but arenot limited to:
Establish trusting relationships withstudents, families, staff, and communities
Identify and work to remove barriers tostudent success
Provide guidance and support to identifypathways based on individualized strengths and interests
Ensure ongoing open dialogue with families
Provide access to resources that foster asense of belonging
Facilitate access to community supports,course planning and mentorship for students
Create and enhance a welcoming supportivespace for students in various schools with various school staff
Build close supportive relationships withstudents, families, and communities
Act as an advocate for students who identifyas Indigenous
Facilitate robust communication between theschools, families, and First Nation communities
Assist with developing and/or enhancingcultural activities in the schools
Build and maintain community partnerships withagencies supporting cultural awareness within our schools (ie., Keepers ofthe Circle, Mino M’shki-ki, Community Elders and Knowledge Keepers)
Qualifications:
Ontario Secondary School Diploma and/orexperience
Post-secondary education is an asset (e.g.,Educational Assistant, Social Work)
Valid driver’s license is required
Demonstrated experience/knowledge of culturalteachings and best practices is required
Compensation:
Salary in accordance with the provisions outlined in the current OSSTF -PSSP Collective Agreement Collective Agreement - $33.27
DSB1may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools to assist in screening and assessingapplicants, as defined under the Employment Standards Act (ESA). AI is not usedto make final hiring decisions. In DSB1, final hiring decisions are madeby DSB1 staff.
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📌 Indigenous Student Advisor (Ontario)
🏢 Timmins
📍 Ontario