NON-UNION- SUCCESS COACH FOR INDIGENOUS STUDENTS - VACANCY
Position: Success Coach for Indigenous Students
Location: Catholic Education Centre
Salary Range: $76,436 to $80,459
The Graduation Coach Program for Indigenous Students is a targeted program that will provide intensive support to Indigenous students and their families with the goal of seeing each student achieve credits, graduate, and successfully transition into their chosen post-secondary pathway. Under the direction of the Board and school administration, the Success Coach will provide school - embedded culturally responsive support and address service delivery gaps to facilitate the engagement, well-being, and academic achievement of Indigenous students. The term of this appointment will commence as soon as possible and will be in effect until August 31, 2026 and may be subject to renewal.
Duties include but are not limited to:
Collaborate with school administrators, teachers, families, system staff, and community resources to identify systemic barriers and develop meaningful solutions to support the engagement, well-being and academic achievement of Indigenous students
Work with the program’s core team and school staff to create a career path/goal setting for identified Indigenous students who will benefit from targeted supports
Work with board and school administrators with respect to all data related matters of inclusion, and in particular to data that supports student success while maintaining student confidentiality
Facilitate access and referral to academic supports and community resources to provide integrated support systems for Indigenous students
Build positive and trusting relationships with Indigenous students through a strength-based approach
Act as a trusted mentor and advocate to Indigenous students
Create a welcoming and culturally responsive space to build a sense of community and belonging for Indigenous students that will enable them to voice their experiences
Qualifications:
Post-secondary degree or diploma, with two years of experience in a related field; or equivalent combination of education and experience as determined by the Board
Comprehensive lived experience deeply rooted in local Indigenous communities is an asset
Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of systemic barriers and challenges that Indigenous students face in the education system and in the wider community
Demonstrated understanding of strategies and indicators to support Indigenous students to achieve credits, graduate and transition successfully into their chosen postsecondary pathway
Demonstrated respect and understanding of the diversity and composition of Indigenous communities
Demonstrated expertise and experience to identify barriers and design appropriate interventions to increase the well-being and academic achievement of Indigenous students
Deep understanding of youth culture and the principles of youth engagement
Knowledge of local community resources and the ability to support students and their families to access and navigate these resources
Broad understanding of an inclusive approach to relationship building with diverse stakeholders in the community and in schools
Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively with individuals at all levels of the organization including external partners
Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and build consensus in an interdisciplinary team environment
Preference will be given to Indigenous people who hold qualifications and have experience in educational settings.
Valid driver’s license required for travel
Those interested in applying for this position are invited to submit a detailed resume of education, qualifications and experience along with letters of recommendation by visiting www.applytoeducation.com no later than December 16, 2025 at 4:00 p.m.
We thank all applicants in advance for their interest, however only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.
Accommodation for disabilities will be provided upon request to support participation in all aspects of the expression of interest process.
The WECDSB adheres to equitable hiring, employment and promotion practices and is committed to an inclusive workforce that reflects the diversity of our students.
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