Trans and Gender Diverse Student Support Coordinator - Ottawa, Canada - Ottawa Carleton District School Board
1 week ago
Description
Under the direction of the Superintendent responsible for Equity and Human Rights and the Principal of Equity, Inclusion and Anti-Oppression, the Trans and Gender Diverse Student Support Coordinator assists and supports 2SLGBTQ+ students and families well-being and overcoming challenges; educating staff and building partnerships among schools; and collaborating with local 2SLGBTQ+ communities and organizations in support of student success.
The position requires 'in person' attendance at 133 Greenbank Road (Main Administration Building); Frequent meetings and local travel to schools and community partner sites required; with some meetings conducted virtually from the office.
- Knowledge of community resources and services for trans, gender diverse, and 2SLGBTQ+ youth and families in Ottawa;
- Research and presentation skills for developing and delivering workshops, consultation, and education about gender identity, gender expression and 2SLGBTQ+ identities and experiences to children, youth and adults;
- Familiarity with relevant Board policies, procedures, current educational and equity issues; and familiarity with the Ontario Human Rights Code;
- Ability to work as part of team and in a culturally diverse environment;
- Excellent communication, networking, group facilitation and leadership skills;
- Interpersonal and communication skills to support students and school communities and provide advocacy in complex situations;
- Organization and time management skills to plan, prioritize work, collaborate with central departments and coordinate with multiple school sites;
- Ability to track, manage and interpret data for the purpose of assessing efficacy and monitoring accountability;
- Ability to gather and evaluate information from a range of sources such as individual interviews, school setting observations, collateral contacts with agencies and professionals, documents;
- Ability to be selfdirected and work independently with mínimal supervision;
- Ability to prepare for meetings between school personnel and parents/guardians to address school concerns;
- Conflict resolution skills to resolve issues with students and District personnel;
- Ability to promote and/or maintain positive relations between school and home
- Ability to develop and maintain close working relationships and collaborate with school communities and central departments;
Education and Experience Required:
- Lived experience as a Two Spirit, trans, nonbinary or gender diverse person is an asset. Applicants who are Black, Indigenous, and/or people of colour will be prioritized;
- Minimum two years of experience working with trans, gender diverse, and 2SGLBTQ+ children, youth and/or communities preferred; An equivalent combination of education and experience will also be considered;
- Experience developing and delivering workshops, consultation, and education about gender identity, gender expression and 2SLGBTQ+ identities and experiences to children, youth and adults;
- Experience and willingness to support educators or social service providers in challenging learning and shifting values and attitudes related to equity and inclusion;
- Familiarity navigating OCDSB schools, departments and systems is an asset.
Job Types:
Full-time, Permanent
Salary:
$54,674.00-$70,594.00 per year
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Application question(s):
- Do you have lived experience as a Two Spirit, trans, nonbinary or gender diverse person?
- Do you have experience working with trans, gender diverse, and 2SLGBTQ+ youth and families ?
- What is your educational background?
Work Location:
One location
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