Description
Location: TBD (likely RI Baker Middle School - Coaldale)
Anticipated Start Date: September 16, 2024 (or date mutually agreeable)
Assignment: Indigenous Success Coordinator
FTE: 1.0 (Permanent Full-Time)
Specialty Required: Degree in Indigenous Studies (considered an asset)
The Palliser School Division is committed to engendering and supporting the values of the broader society: empathy, integrity, respect, trust, and responsibility. If the children of this community are to realize these values, the division acknowledges its responsibility to provide an exemplary education. Students come first. Learning is our central purpose. Public education serves the common good. The Palliser School Division encourages an inclusive and equitable workplace, which supports our diverse student and employee community. We encourage all applicants to join our dynamic, diverse, and collaborative culture and welcome applications from all qualified individuals.
When you apply to the Palliser School Division, you can feel good about serving our future leaders and contributing to student success.
The Position:
Palliser School Division invites applications for 1.0 FTE Permanent, Full-Time, Indigenous Success Coordinator to support Palliser schools. This position will commence on September 16, 2022.
The Indigenous Success Coordinator reports directly to the Director of Learning Services responsible for First Nations, Metis, and Inuit education. This position involves supporting students and Indigenous education in the division through provision and facilitation of professional development for staff, advocacy for First Nations, Metis and Inuit students, assisting with division planning and reporting to stakeholders, and liaising with parents, schools, and families.
Benefits:
Comprehensive paid benefit package through Alberta School Employee Benefit Plan (ASEBP)
Eligible for LAPP Pension
Qualifications & Experience:
The preferred candidate will demonstrate:
Possession of a post-secondary degree;
Experience in an educational setting or similar education experience;
Strong facilitation and presentation skills;
Demonstrated success working with First Nations, Metis, and Inuit communities;
Willingness to work in a team-oriented environment;
Excellent interpersonal skills.
Applications:
The competition will remain open for applications until a suitable candidate pool is found.
In order to maintain a safe and secure working environment, applicants new to The Palliser School Division must provide:
Criminal Record Check, including vulnerable sector check from Local Police Service or RCMP detachment;
Social Insurance Number (SIN) card or document issued by Service Canada; SIN card/document must be in current legal name. Name on SIN card/document must match your Government Issued ID and Criminal Record Check;
Government issued ID - valid driver's license, valid passport or Nexus card.
To apply for this opportunity please complete an application through the Palliser School Division recruitment portal. Please ensure you attach the requested documentation to your application:
Cover letter directed to Dr. Adam Browning, Director;
Resume summarizing training and experience;
Copy of your most recent evaluation;
Copy of your degree or post-secondary transcripts;
Minimum of three professional references.
We thank all those who apply, but only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
By virtue of the submission of an application, the applicant agrees that the superintendent or designate can contact previous employers for the purpose of conducting confidential reference checks whether or not the applicant has listed a reference for that employer.
Ms. Audrey Kluin, Associate Superintendent, Human Resources
Palliser School Division
https://www.pallisersd.ab.ca/
https://www.pallisersd.ab.ca/hr/career-opportunities
