GWA'SALA - ‘NAKWAXDA'

GWA'SALA - &lsquoNAKWAXDA' XW NATIONFIRST NATION SUPPORT WORKER(Contract) Port Hardy Secondary School30 hours per week JOB SCOPE Reports to the School Principal and First Nations District Principal Assists the teacher in providing educational programs to students Works with students individually and in groups Works under the direction of the teacher Ability to work without close supervision Performs duties of a confidential nature MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Supports the formal education program of all students Assists students with school work and monitors their progress Works with school staff to support student transition from Elementary School or Eke Me-Xi Learning Centre to the Secondary School Maintains student records including First Nation Programs data collection (Survey Monkey) Participate in First Nation Program team, including the Aboriginal Education Enhancement Agreement Performs other duties as required QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE Secondary school graduation (with Dogwood Certificate or equivalent) One year post-secondary education applicable to work situation including courses such as; First Nation Studies, Anthropology, English, Mathematics, Sociology and Psychology Extensive knowledge of Kwakwaka'wakw culture Ability to assist secondary students in their school work in the area of mathematics, language arts, social studies and science Ability to understand and effectively carry out oral and written instructions Ability to use a computer (word processing) for record keeping and instructional programs Good interpersonal and communication skills Two to three years recent experience working with First Nations students This position has a three-month probationary period Applications must include resume, cover letter, transcripts, three professional references, and copies of relevant certifications. Only those shortlisted will be contacted. Applications will be accepted until 4:00 pm, Monday, August 24, 2020: Grace Smith, Education CoordinatorGwa'sala-'Nakwaxda'xw NationP.O. Box 5120, Port Hardy, BC, V0N 2P0Email: gsmith@gwanaknations.caFax: 250-949-7402 (1091407h)