Student Success and Engagement Coach/Cultural Liaison

9 hours ago

High Level AB, Canada Fort Vermilion School District Full time $60,000 - $80,000 per year

School & Student Support

Location: High Level Schools

Competition #: 19786

Date Posted: November 13th, 2025

Closing Date: Open Ended

Additional Information:

The Fort Vermilion School Division is seeking a 1.0 FTE Student Success and Engagement Coach/Cultural Liaison to support First Nations children, youth, and families of students attending High Level Schools.

This position plays a key role in strengthening relationships between students, families, and schools through positive engagement. The successful candidate will focus on improving school attendance, fostering cultural connectivity, supporting positive student behaviours, and promoting an inclusive learning environment.

Start Date: As soon as possible upon hire

EA Hours: 35 hours per week

Key Responsibilities:

  • Facilitate and strengthen school engagement for identified students and families
  • Assist students and families in overcoming barriers to success (e.g., attendance) and provide advocacy and support
  • Support students in exploring educational and career pathways
  • Plan, develop, and deliver specialized cultural programming
  • Help students develop a strong sense of identity and assist schools in promoting cultural awareness
  • Serve as a liaison between the Fort Vermilion School Division and partner First Nation communities

Qualifications & Desired Attributes:

  • Post-secondary education in a related field (e.g., recreation, social work, education) or equivalent combination of training and experience
  • Strong commitment to student and family success
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively in small teams
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office, email, and Excel
  • Resourceful, energetic, creative, and self-directed
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism
  • Engaged in ongoing professional learning related to First Nations, Métis, and Inuit culture
  • Highly organized with the ability to plan and deliver ongoing family supports and classroom programming
  • Knowledge of or fluency in Dene-Tha, Beaver (Dene-Zaa), Cree, or Northern Michif is considered an asset

Salary & Benefits:

  • Salary is dependent upon qualifications and experience
  • Benefits will be provided after 90 calendar days of employment

Application must include: a cover letter, resume, and three professional references

Vulnerable Sector Check & Intervention Record Check's will be required before commencement of employment:

  • The VSC dated within 6 months, may follow your application, and must be presented as a condition of employment
  • The IRC dated within 6 months, may follow your application and must be presented as a condition of employment only if it is applicable to you
  • Record Check - VSC & IRC information can be found at

Email Application to:

Deadline: Applications will be accepted until a suitable candidate is found

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