First Nations, Metis and Inuit Cultural Facilitator

Edmonton Catholic Schools is a large urban school division whose mission is to provide a Catholic education that inspires students to learn and that prepares them to live fully and to serve God in one another. The Division is comprised of over 44,000 students and 5,000 employees in 95 schools plus other sites.

**First Nations, Metis and Inuit Cultural Facilitator**:
**Requisition ID**: 8341

**Hours Per Week**: 35

**Position**: New

**FTE**: 1

**Department**: ILS Programs

**No Months Per Year**: 10

**Position Status**: Permanent

**Employee Group**: OOS

**Rate of Pay**: $63,840 - $79,814

**Posting Closing Date**: 3/29/24

**Responsibilities**
- Collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team to provide ongoing support to schools including: building strong partnerships with educational teams: engaging in school after-school programming; school celebrations and cultural events to improve the feeling of inclusiveness and cultural identity for Indigenous students.
- Collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team to access programs that assist students by actively facilitating their development in personal, social, and cultural areas.
- Provide professional learning to Division staff, students and parents/guardians in areas related to culture and spirituality through the incorporation of traditions, realities and practices of Indigenous Peoples.
- Provide individual or group supports to students and families.
- Consult with families, teachers and principals to assess strategies and make referrals for students experiencing difficulties.
- Promote staff and student wellness by facilitating restorative circles.
- Provide cultural knowledge and assist in Division-wide initiatives and professional learning for Division staff.
- Build and maintain relationships within the Indigenous community.
- Maintain technical knowledge through a range of professional development activities

**Qualifications**

The individual must live a life of ceremony, sobriety and have a personal history of following the spiritual path.
- Post-secondary education in an area related to human services.
- Demonstrated knowledge of Indigenous histories and cultures within Treaty Six Territory.
- Experience in delivering Indigenous knowledge and wisdom learning circles.
- Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of traditional and community protocols.
- Ability to build effective working relationships with Indigenous and non-Indigenous community, schools, and Divsion staff.
- Experience working with Indigenous children and youth.
- Ability to develop and implement programs.
- Ability to speak or understand an Indigenous language is an asset.
- Knowledge of MicroSoft programs including Word, Outlook and PowerPoint.
- Knowledge of workplace safety and awareness of Occupational Health and Safety regulations.
- General knowledge of the Division’s and department’s operations and business and knowledge of the department’s goal, objectives and vision.
- Strong interpersonal communication skills (written and verbal) are essential.
- Strong facilitation, consultation and consensus building skills.
- Ability to build and maintain rapport and trust with students, parents, Elders, educators, and the public.
- The ability to communicate with sensitivity, diplomacy and tact is essential.
- Strong assessment and problem-solving skills.
- Strong presentation skills and the ability to present to a varied audience.
- Strong teamwork skills with the ability to work independently.

Edmonton Catholic Schools offers a comprehensive benefits program based on contract status as part of its total compensation package.