Presenter/cultural Student Support Worker - Ottawa, Canada - Inuuqatigiit Centre for Inuit Children, Youth and Families

Inuuqatigiit Centre for Inuit Children, Youth and Families

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Ottawa, Canada

3 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

beBee Recruiter

Description

_Inuuqatigiit Centre for Inuit Children, Youth & Families is a multi service non-profit organization serving Inuit children, youth, and their families, dedicated to providing cultural, educational, and support services in a caring, respectful, and collaborative environment that fosters strong and proud Inuit children and families.

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***Under the direct supervision of the BTG Coordinator and Manager of Education ,BTG Presenter/Culture Student Support Worker will plan and deliver culturally based activities for the Education Department. They will develop and provide cultural information through presentations to students and school staff, thereby promoting school success for Elementary and Secondary school students and staff. The BTG Presenter/ Culture Student Support Worker will assist clients who access supportive services within the Education Department team with their cultural journey.

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Foster knowledge of Inuit culture and language
Promote cultural safety and relevance throughout all programming
Encourage and facilitate Inuktitut language development
Collect, develop, and maintain a wide selection of cultural teaching materials and activities for children and parents in collaboration with other Cultural Educators and EarlyON Program Coordinator
Plan and deliver activities that promote Inuit Qaujimajatuqangit, cultural knowledge, traditions and skills, (e.g. qulliq, cultural circles, traditional games, etc.)
Participate in meetings to share ideas, resources, and activities to promote cultural knowledge
Identify, engage and schedule culturally appropriate guest speakers, Elders, and resource people for the program
Provide a culturally appropriate program environment for children and parents
Engage in positive collaboration with other programs and staff in coordinating the effective use of equipment, facilities, and personnel
Under the guidance of Student Support staff, recognize and respond to the needs of each child by using positive child guidance
Identify and report on concerns, issues and hazards related to the delivery of educational instruction to the Manager of Education
Promote the BTG program in the community
Adhere to and promote the mandate and mission of the Inuuqatigiit Centre for Inuit Children, Youth and Families
Produce cultural education programs in English and Inuktitut
Promote the completion of evaluation forms after presentations and ensure feedback is shared with BTG Coordinator
Maintain strong relationships with school partners
Monthly report writing will be required
Other duties as assigned

WORKING CONDITIONS

Work regular and consistent weekly hours of work
Physical ability to access threestory building
Demonstrate stress management and energy in interacting with school children and parents
Mental effort is required to deal with stress related to safety of children, program delivery and communications with parents
Ability to function effectively in a high stress, high noise environment
Ensure Public Health Guidelines for COVID19 Pandemic are followed

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

Fluency in Inuktitut an asset
Knowledge of the needs of Inuit children and families
Strong knowledge of Inuit Qaujimajatuqangit Principles, culture, language, and community
Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing in English and provide minor translation
Ability to operate computer systems and relevant software

QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS

Inuit descent required
Secondary School Diploma required, or equivalent
Post secondary courses in programs such as, Education Assistant, SSW, CYW or related area an asset
Experience facilitating groups and/or doing presentations
Minimum of oneyear experience in a familyoriented program
Experience working with Inuit or Indigenous communities preferred
Vulnerable Sector Check required
Medical certification of good health and record of uptodate immunizations;
TB Test, if applicable
Proof of all doses of COVID19 vaccine and booster
First Aid/CPR Certification (or willingness to become certified)
Valid drivers licence an asset