Indigenous Education Support Worker I-III

Job summary

Support Indigenous students and families in a school setting, drawing on knowledge of local Indigenous organizations, services, culture, and history. The posting does not provide a detailed list of day-to-day duties.

Job details

October 15, 2026 File: 26/27-34b October 15, 2026 JOB POSTING POSITION: Indigenous Education Support Worker I– III 30 Hours per week Starting Salary - $25.25 - $30.47 per hour (Effective July 1, 2024) Plus Benefit Package (as per CUPE Local 2145 Collective Agreement) LOCATION: SILVERTHORNE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Qualifications Completion of Grade 12 (Dogwood Certificate) Minimum of two years post-secondary training; in First Nations Education, Counselling, Human Services or other areas related to working with school-aged children and youth Minimum of two years of experience working with Indigenous students and/or families Must be familiar with local Indigenous organizations and services, both on and off reserve; Training in Non-Violent Crisis Management Techniques (e.g. CPI training) would be an asset Demonstrated, exceptional skills and experience with communication technology, word processing, database management and spreadsheet programs (e.g. Microsoft Office) Demonstrated ability to use initiative to determine, judge and select appropriate course of action Familiarity with Workers' Compensation Board (WCB) safety procedures Valid Class 5 – BC Driver's Licence and an exemplary driving record as demonstrated by a current drivers' abstract Physical ability to perform the required duties “First priority will be given to candidates who are of Indigenous ancestry, and who have a working knowledge of the local Witsuwit'en Indigenous culture and history. Any appointment will be subject to the approval of the Indigenous Education Council or designates.”

What you’ll do

Support Indigenous students and families in a school setting, drawing on knowledge of local Indigenous organizations, services, culture, and history. The posting does not provide a detailed list of day-to-day duties.

Requirements

Applicants must have Grade 12 completion, at least two years of post-secondary training in a relevant field, and at least two years of experience working with Indigenous students and/or families. A valid Class 5 BC driver's licence with an exemplary driving record, familiarity with WCB safety procedures, strong technology skills, and the physical ability to perform the duties are required; crisis-management training is an asset.

Benefits

• Benefit Package

Listed skills

• Communication · Preferred
• Microsoft Office · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Communication Technology
• Word Processing
• Database Management
• Spreadsheet Programs
• Microsoft Office
• Initiative and Judgment
• Indigenous Education
• Working with Indigenous Students and Families
• Knowledge of Local Indigenous Organizations and Services
• Non-Violent Crisis Management
• WCB Safety Procedures
• Communication
• Physical Ability

Job areas

• Education
• Social Services

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