Indigenous Advocate Supervisor - Pemberton, Canada - Lilwat Nation

Lilwat Nation

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Pemberton, Canada

3 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Title:
Indigenous Advocate Supervisor

Department:
Advanced Education

Status:
Full-time, Permanent

Pay Grid:
SAT (Supervisor, Administrator, Trades) $46,683 - $63,973 annually

Reporting to:
Manager of Advanced Education

Closing date:
February 20, 2023

Summary of Duties:

Under the direction of Manager of Advanced Education.

The Indigenous Advocate Supervisor is responsible to assist with meeting the educational and cultural goals and objectives for Indigenous students' success in School District no.

48 (SD48) while supervising the Indigenous Support Workers.

Key Deliverables and Expectations:

Support families of SD48 students when requested by Management, Administration or parent/guardian
Collaborate with support team to ensure the Indigenous students needs are fully met regarding Individual Education Plan (IEP) process and course selection
Create and maintain Indigenous Restorative Practice overview
Facilitate training for Pemberton School staff on Indigenous protocol in the classroom, along with Elder in residence
Stay informed of education and cultural programs and practices as needed
Facilitate informative sessions for parents and district staff to encourage an understanding of the different graduation pathways, navigating areas of interest on behalf of Indigenous students
Inform and encourage families' rights and responsibilities within the educational framework
Work with Management to provide guidance, feedback, and daily oversight to the Indigenous Support Workers
Perform other related duties as requested

Experience and Attributes:

Bachelor's degree in Education, Social Work or related degree, Master's Degree an asset, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
Previous supervisory experience preferred
Experience attending a public postsecondary institution, an asset
Minimum 2 years of office administration experience
Minimum 2 years of experience supporting/coaching students
Experience helping students/clients to develop and achieve goals
Experience working with a First Nations population
Excellent interpersonal skills
Data entry skills related to maintaining student records
Knowledge, understanding or willingness to learn Statyemc Nation's culture and history
Criminal Record Check, Vulnerable Sector will be required
Class 5 with a working vehicle, clean driver's abstract