Description
The Halton Catholic District School Board, in partnership with home and Church, is an inclusive and equitable learning community, dedicated to providing excellence in Catholic education by developing Christ-centred individuals enabled to transform society.
ITINERANT TEACHER, INDIGENOUS EDUCATION
CURRICULUM SERVICES DEPARTMENT
COMPETITION #: T54-2024
POSTING DATE : Monday, March 10, 2025
CLOSING DATE: Friday, March 14, 2025
LOCATION: Catholic Education Centre
TERM POSITION: Two (2) year term with the possibility of a one-year extension effective September 2024. This position is subject to budget approval and/or annual system organization and Ministry funding continuance.
POSITION OVERVIEW:
Under the direction of the Superintendent of Curriculum Services, and the Indigenous Education Advisor, the Indigenous Education Itinerant will work as a member of an interdisciplinary system team to support the embedding of Indigenous content throughout curricula and the implementation of culturally responsive pedagogy through an anti-oppression lens.
The Itinerant Teacher, Indigenous Education will provide support to school teams K-12 to deepen educator understanding of effective instructional strategies in Indigenous Education that are data driven and research based. This position will work closely with schools in their efforts to embedded Indigenous content as per Ministry of Education, support the wellness, well-being and school experiences of First Nations, Métis, and Inuit students, demonstrating a professional and personal commitment to high levels of student achievement and well-being. This position will liaise with Program Services Staff, school administration, and Indigenous community partners and organizations.
The Itinerant Teacher will be responsible for:
· Working directly with educators to support the goals of the Indigenous Education Team; and on the integration of Education for Reconciliation by addressing the ongoing implementation needs of educators to build capacity to effectively serve the diverse needs of students and school communities.
· Assisting schools and educators in the selection of appropriate instructional, assessment and evaluation resources which directly support historically and currently marginalized students, focusing on First Nation, Métis, and Inuit students.
· Facilitating and supporting educators to further embed Indigenous perspectives across multiple curricular areas, including but not limited to Gr. 9 NAC 1, Gr. 11 NBE, AP and IB Indigenous Literature Courses.
· Co-developing and co-facilitating high quality and effective professional learning opportunities for HCDSB staff.
· Providing in-class support for Indigenous community partners as guest speakers as determined by Board Action Plan initiatives.
· Fostering connections with Indigenous community partners and organizations.
· Responding to school-based inquiries related to Indigenous Education.
· Supporting transformational change to integrate anti-colonial, anti-racist, anti-oppressive and equity principles into programs and practices to eliminate systemic inequities.
· Participating in the acquisition/distribution of appropriate resources in collaboration with the Indigenous Education Advisor and Curriculum Consultant-Indigenous Education.
· Working to ensure alignment between the Ministry, the Board, and schools regarding the implementation of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission Calls to Action, Ministerial Directives, the Indigenous Education Board Action Plan
· Providing information and assistance as requested by the Indigenous Education Advisor.
· Proven leadership experiences an asset
· Knowledge and training in Indigenous Education and Human Rights; Equity and Inclusive Education
· Strong interpersonal skills when working with a variety of school-based staff, professionals and parents.
· Ability to effectively engage in co-planning, co-teaching and co-learning, co-reflecting on lesson engagements, instruction and assessment practices aimed to augment equitable learning environments with educators
· Strong emotional intelligence and interpersonal skills that facilitate and support critical dialogue on oppression, marginalization, colonialism, and racism
· Excellent facilitation and presentation skills demonstrated in a variety of settings and for various audiences
· Knowing and understanding with sensitivity the effects and impacts of historical educational experiences of Indigenous Peoples
· Strong aptitude for building relationships, fostering teamwork and achieving shared goals in a dynamic, progressive and multifaceted environment
· Excellent communication and problem-solving skills
DOCUMENTATION REQUIRED:
· a current résumé and cover letter
· a copy of your Certificate of Qualification and Registration from the Ontario College of Teachers
Applications will be received by the undersigned until Friday, March 14, 2025 at 4:30 p.m.
Josephine Rubino, Recruitment Officer, Human Resources Services
Email : rubinoj@hcdsb.org
Halton Catholic District School Board
Posting date: Monday, March 10, 2025
Equity and Inclusion
The Halton Catholic District School Board (HCDSB) is committed to supporting the development of a strong and equitable workforce, that will foster the success and well-being of our students, staff, and wider-Catholic school communities. We strive to uphold the values of equity and inclusion in the recruitment and hiring of qualified staff who reflect the diversity of our region. Although qualifications and experience will be determining factors in the hiring process, the HCDSB shall promote the hiring of qualified candidates from under-represented groups. To that end, we actively encourage applications from members of groups with historical and/or current barriers to equitable outcomes including, but not limited to: First Nations, Métis, and Inuit peoples, and all other Indigenous peoples; members of groups that commonly experience discrimination due to race, ancestry, colour, or place of origin; persons with visible and/or invisible (physical and/or mental) disabilities.
Special Considerations
Pursuant to the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005, the Halton Catholic District School Board will provide accommodations to applicants who are selected to participate in our recruitment process. Such requests, outlining the nature of any accommodation(s) required, are to be submitted to Human Resources Services at or by phone at 905-632-6300 or 1-800-741-8382 . Information received relating to accommodation needs of applicants will be addressed confidentially.
