Build connections between Indigenous students, families, schools, and communities in Cranbrook. Use advocacy, communication, and cultural knowledge in this permanent position.

This Indigenous Education Support Worker provides liaison services across home, school, Indigenous communities, and agencies. The employee works cooperatively with the Director responsible for Indigenous Education, School-Based Teams, Youth Care Workers, and designated school leadership. Responsibilities include consulting with families, facilitating referrals, supporting student transitions, maintaining cultural safety, and helping implement Indigenous Education Enhancement Agreement goals. The role also supports classroom inclusion of Indigenous worldviews and perspectives. Preference is given to candidates of Indigenous ancestry.

Key Responsibilities:

- Act as liaison among schools, homes, communities, and agencies




- Consult with families and coordinate community support referrals
- Support school-to-school and post-secondary student transitions
- Maintain cultural safety for students, families, and communities
- Participate in school, District, crisis, and case meetings

Requirements:

- Recognized diploma or degree relevant to Indigenous student support
- Coursework in Indigenous studies and Canadian Indigenous education
- One year supporting children and families in relevant settings
- Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing
- Ability to work independently, flexibly, and cross-culturally

Use respectful advocacy, cultural understanding, and cooperative liaison work to strengthen Indigenous student and family support.

📌 Indigenous Education Liaison Worker (Canada)
🏢 School District #5 (Southeast Kootenay)
📍 Canada