#####Job Details

BLUEWATER DISTRICT SCHOOL BOARD

INVITES APPLICATIONS

FOR

One (1)Full-Time Indigenous Graduation CoachPosition, Temporary Contract

GROW YOUR CAREER IN BLUEWATER

As one of the area's largest employers, Bluewater District School Board has approximately 3,000 permanent and casual employees who serve 18,500 students and families across 8,673 square kilometres within Bruce and Grey Counties on the traditional lands of the Saugeen Ojibway Nation.

Come to Bluewater to experience the trails, sandy beaches, meandering rivers, and welcoming communities. Stay to experience a progressive career path with an employer that is dedicated in providing a positive working environment, along with competitive compensation and benefits.

**One (1) TemporaryFull-Time(35 hours per week)**Indigenous Graduation Coach

**Locations:**Saugeen District Senior School

Dates: Commencing as soon as possible and ending June 26, 2026, with potential contract renewal based on funding availability and mutual agreement

Rate**:**$36.27 - $42.43 per hour (Sept.1/25 rate) plus vacation pay

Duties and Responsibilities

• Support the student success of Indigenous students from Saugeen First Nations attending Saugeen District Senior School;
• Work in partnership with Bluewater District School Board's Indigenous Advisor, central staff, administrators, and staff at Saugeen District Senior School to establish timely interventions to remove barriers to ensure the well-being, engagement, and learning of Indigenous students;
• Use existing school structures to advocate for the needs of each learner;
• Engage with parents, guardians, families, and community interest holders to build trust, relationships, and facilitate communication and dialogue;
• Develop collective knowledge of educators, provide cultural competency supports as needed, and advocate leveraging Indigenous cultural knowledge to help transform school culture;
• Act as an advocate and a role model for students in pathways planning related to graduation and post-secondary destinations;
• Connect students with their cultural identity and organize and facilitate student leadership development;
• Facilitate student engagement in order to create trusting relationships between Indigenous students and their secondary or elementary school community; and,
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Grade 12 Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD), or equivalent;
• Indigenous Education, counselling training program diploma, or Diploma in Native Education Indigenous Studies; and
• Experience working with Indigenous students in a counselling or support role.

Assets:

• The ability and willingness to provide recommendations in a timely manner, demonstrating good judgement, respect for organizational policies and procedures in addition to Saugeen First Nation values and inherent rights;
• Genuine knowledge and understanding of the Seven Grandfather Teachings and the willingness to learn;
• Familiarity with Saugeen First Nation history;
• Excellent written and oral communication;
• Organized and able to manage competing demands; and,
• Experience mentoring or coaching students.

Job Requirements:

• Clean vulnerable sector police check
• Valid driver's license
• Access to a reliable vehicle
• Eligible to work in Canada

Application Process:

Qualified applicants are invited to apply for this position online using Apply to Education (ATE) athttps://bwdsb.simplication.com /. Applicants are asked to provide a resume and cover letter.

All fees for the ATE application process are covered by the Bluewater District School Board. Should applicants require assistance in registering for Apply to Education (ATE), they may contact the ATE Help Desk at 1-416-932-8866 or 1-877-900-5627.

We thank everyone for applying, however, only applicants who will be moving forward in the selection process will be contacted.

Equity

Bluewater District School Board is committed to fostering a safe and supportive learning environment for all students and staff.

Accommodation

Bluewater District School Board is committed to providing accommodations in the workplace and for candidates who have temporary or permanent disability, or who otherwise require accommodations based on the protected grounds highlighted in the Ontario Human Rights Code in respect to the recruitment and selection process.

Wellness

Bluewater District School Board is committed to providing a respectful and healthy work environment.

Posted On

March 13, 2026 01:04 PM EST/EDT

Closing Date & Time

Ongoing

Openings

1

Job Type

Contract/Term

Job Category

Management & Professionals

Job Open To

Teachers, Principals & Superintendents, ECE, EA and Support Staff

City

Port Elgin

School/Location

Saugeen District Senior - Secondary

Salary

$36.27-$42.43/hr plus vacation pay (Sept.1/25 rates)

Employment Start Date

Start Immediately

End Date

06/26/2026