Indigenous Student Engagement Facilitator

2 weeks ago


Toronto, Canada Toronto Catholic District School Board Full time

APPLICATIONS ARE INVITED FOR THE POSITION OF

INDIGENOUS STUDENT ENGAGEMENT FACILITATOR

EQUITY, DIVERSITY, INDIGENOUS EDUCATION & COMMUNITY RELATIONS

Non-Union Level 10 - $67,485 - $83,446

**Hybrid work model**: 80 Sheppard Avenue East, Toronto

The TCDSB offers comprehensive benefits and pension plan; generous vacation and additional days off; professional development opportunities.

Our Vision

At the Toronto Catholic District School Board (TCDSB), we grow in knowledge, with justice and hope. The TCDSB is an inclusive Catholic learning community that nurtures faith development and academic excellence through the love of God, neighbor, and self. We fully engage students in learning that supports their academic, spiritual, socio-emotional, and physical growth and development. At Toronto Catholic, we have a long and distinguished history of providing excellence in Catholic education for the Toronto community. Ontario Catholic School Graduate Expectations, Our Catholic Values and the Board’s Pastoral Plans are foundational to our exemplary approach to teaching and learning in the 21st Century.

The TCDSB is proud to be a significant part of the fabric of publicly funded Catholic education in the province of Ontario. We serve approximately 84,000 students in nearly 200 Catholic schools in the City of Toronto and represent close to 475,000 Catholic school supporters.

With a staff of 14,000, the Toronto Catholic is a dynamic school board and is seeking a full time Indigenous Student Engagement Facilitator.

**CRITERIA FOR AN INTERVIEW ARE AS FOLLOWS**:
Minimum two (2) year College diploma in Humanities, Social Science, Social Services, Psychology, or related field

Minimum of two (2) years of experience in a related field; or equivalent combination of education and experience

Knowledge of Indigenous culture and Indigenous ways of knowing is a requirement

Understanding of First Nation, Inuit and Métis needs including identity, self-determination and cultural preservation

Lived experiences deeply rooted in First Nation, Inuit and/or Métis communities

Working knowledge of First Nation, Inuit and Métis and Inuit cultures and traditions

Experience in a school board or education setting an asset

Understanding of the diversity and composition of Indigenous communities

A valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle (eligibility for mileage reimbursement)

Awareness of local community resources and ability to support students and their families in accessing and navigating these resources

**MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES**:
Reporting to and under the direction of the Indigenous Affairs Advisor, the position will provide support to Indigenous students and their families with the goal of helping each student achieve credits, graduate, and successfully transition into their chosen post-secondary pathway. The Indigenous Student Engagement Facilitator will support the cultural engagement, well-being and academic achievement of Indigenous students. Duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:
Create a caring and nurturing school and community environment by addressing the academic, social, emotional, and cultural needs of Indigenous students by developing and maintaining trusting relationships

Work closely with Indigenous students and their families to identify and support social, emotional, intellectual, cultural, and physical well-being while serving as a mentor and advisor

Coordinate local community cultural support services and will liaise between school, home, and community social service agencies to connect individual students identified as at risk of not graduating with mentors

Work with both elementary and secondary school communities to improve Indigenous students’ feelings and perceptions of the educational experience

Collaborate with school administrators, staff, families, and community resources to identify current barriers and develop meaningful solutions to support student engagement and success

Monitor attendance and assignment completion with a focus on key expectations leading to a successful graduation outcome

Prepare and provide reports to school administration which track the progress of individual students as they progress towards graduation

Perform other assigned duties as required

**Diversity and Inclusion**:
**Barrier-Free Recruitment and Selection**:
Interested applicants are asked to submit a résumé and cover letter no later than

Monday, July 22, 2024.

Reference letter from either an Elder, Community Knowledge Keeper or Cultural Member is required. Member is required emphasizing your work within the Indigenous Community or in support of Indigenous Youth.

Applications are to be submitted online through ApplyToEducation at:
We thank all applicants, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.



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