District Indigenous Support Worker (ISW) - Posting #329

School District 22 (Vernon) is currently accepting applications for an Indigenous Support Worker to support all of our Schools.

ISWs provide academic, cultural and social-emotional support for Indigenous student(s).

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Six months of relevant training which includes recent Okanagan College Education Assistant Certificate or equivalent education (eg. similar to a 450 hour post-secondary EA program) including practicum experience
• Four months previous experience working with Indigenous Youth
• Life experience and knowledge of and sensitivity to values, beliefs and needs of the Indigenous community from which the students come
• Familiarity with current special education technology.

KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES AND SKILLS:

• Demonstrated ability to learn and successfully use new technology
• Demonstrated ability to possess literacy, numeracy and English skills
• Proven ability to develop rapport with students and work in a team setting
• Personal attributes required include strong interpersonal skills, demonstrated initiative, flexibility, good communication skills.

This position is unionized, CUPE local 5523 and the hourly rate of pay is $29.35 (PG 7) plus a percentage in lieu of vacation and statutory holiday pay.

SHIFT: Schedule is dependent on student needs and services will not be required on in-Service and Non-Instructional Days.

While all applicants will be considered, preference will be given to qualified applicants who self-declare Indigenous ancestry.

Please note this posting will be open until filled, and we will actively interview candidates as they come through.

Posting #329