Expression of Interest: Indigenous Education Learning Partner

4 weeks ago

Ottawa, Canada St. Clement's School Full time

Indigenous Education Learning Partner (K-12)

Expression of Interest

The Ottawa Catholic School Board (OCSB) is located in Ottawa, Ontario. As Canada’s capital city, Ottawa ranks among the world's most desirable cities to call home. We have a small-town feel with a big-city presence with a population of just over a million people.

The OCSB proudly serves over 48,000 students in 90 work locations throughout the city. We offer an education that respects all faiths' universal values and is grounded in Catholic principles. We foster innovation to inspire Deep Learning so that all can realize their full potential. We offer a collaborative work environment, fulfilling careers, and the opportunity to make a difference in our students' lives.

Applications are invited for the position of Indigenous Education Learning Partner (1.00). Under the direction of the Superintendent of Indigenous and EDI Education and working in collaboration with the Indigenous Education Coordinator, the Indigenous Learning Partner will provide support, advocacy, and advisory services to Indigenous students, families, and staff at K-12 schools within the Ottawa Catholic School Board. This is a full-time (1.00 FTE) assignment which will start September 1, 2024.

Responsibilities:

  • Collaborate with school board staff, including school administrators, guidance counselors, and educators to provide appropriate school and classroom content to best support Indigenous students.
  • Develop and facilitate professional learning for staff and educators regarding appropriate pedagogical practices relating directly to Indigenous knowledge and ways of knowing.
  • Maintain and build relationships with Indigenous community members to support Indigenous & non-Indigenous student learning.
  • Create lessons, units, and resources, directly relating to Indigenous ways of knowing, for all grades and across all subjects to implement throughout the system.
  • Liaise with all board departments to support appropriate implementation of Indigenous content throughout the system.
  • Support Grade 4-6 educators in Social Studies with appropriately implementing Indigenous content and ways of knowing.
  • Knowledge and understanding of land-based learning and its relation to Indigenous knowledge and ways of knowing (Etuaptmumk).
  • Work in collaboration with community partners on the creation of a land camp for use by OCSB staff and students.
  • Provide practice-embedded professional and community learning. This learning should integrate Indigenous pedagogical practices, leveraging digital and rich tasks to engage students in deep learning.
  • Use Google suites and social media to support effective communication.

Required Qualifications, Experience, Knowledge and Skills:

  • Ontario College of Teachers Certificate, in good standing.
  • Lived experience, deeply rooted in local Indigenous communities.
  • An established foundation of relationships and connection to Indigenous community members.
  • Three years of experience working directly with Indigenous students.
  • Understanding the diversity and composition of local Indigenous communities.
  • Awareness of local community resources and the ability to support students/families/staff in accessing and navigating these resources.
  • Demonstrated ability to be a mentor, advisor, and advocate for students.
  • Excellent organizational, collaboration, and communication skills.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of the Growing Success Document, the deep learning framework, differentiated instruction, and current practices in assessment & evaluation.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of the OCSB Indigenous Ed Framework.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of the most current First Nations, Métis and Inuit Studies curriculum and strategies for implementation.
  • Creativity and expertise in leading and successfully implementing new initiatives at the school and/or system level and the ability to develop partnerships.
  • Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a collaborative, dynamic, and creative team environment.
  • Strong technology skills, including Google Suite, Hapara, social media, and related digital tools to support digital citizenship.
  • Experience facilitating and presenting to groups of teachers.
  • Willingness to travel across the system.

The following would be considered an asset:

  • Ability to speak French, Anishinaabemowin, or other Indigenous languages.

In accordance with Board Policy, this position will be for a three (3) year term. These terms may be extended one year at a time, for up to an additional two (2) years at the discretion of the Director of Education.

The renewal of this position is dependent upon Ministry funding each year.

The terms and conditions of this position shall be consistent with the terms outlined in the collective agreement and in accordance with Board Policy.

How to Apply: For internal applicants, please submit the Curriculum Vitae Consultant, Coordinator or Learning Partner Form (located in Staff Portal/Board-Departments/Human Resources/Forms and Important Links/HR Forms/Teaching) and a copy of their OCT certificate electronically through the Apply to Education job posting. For external applicants, please submit your application through the Apply to Education job posting.

Interviews: We thank all applicants in advance for their interest; however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. If selected for an interview, you will receive an email including the interview date/time, location, and process details. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

The OCSB is committed to equitable hiring, employment, and promotion practices and is dedicated to an inclusive workforce that reflects the diversity of our students and our communities. The OCSB is actively seeking applications from Indigenous peoples, Black and racialized people, persons with disabilities, people from gender-diverse communities and/or people with intersectional identities, as well as individuals who can contribute to continuous diversification of ideas.

The Ottawa Catholic School Board acknowledges that the land on which our schools are located is the traditional unceded territory of the Algonquin Anishnabek Peoples. We extend our respect to all First Nations, Inuit and Métis Peoples for their valuable past and present contributions to this land.

Pursuant to the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, (AODA), if you require accommodations at any time throughout the application process, please contact Sarah Vezina in the Human Resources Department via email at sarah.vezina@ocsb.ca.

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