Student Support Worker - Dene High School

Northern Lights School Division No.113 is a provincial school system serving a predominantly Indigenous school population throughout an area encompassing the entire northern half of Saskatchewan. The schools are very diverse ranging from 10 to over 500 students per school, and catering to Cree, Dene, Métis, French, and English cultures and languages.

NLSD provides a full range of pre-kindergarten to Grade Twelve programs to more than 4300 students in 21 schools. We have offices located in the beautiful communities of La Ronge and Beauval, both approximately 400 kilometers north of Saskatoon.

The division is progressively piloting programs unique to Canada, staying on the cutting edge of technology, and integrating the varied cultural aspects of the communities into the classrooms.

The mission of the NLSD Board of Education is: In the spirit of Truth and Reconciliation, NLSD students will feel a sense of belonging where they can flourish academically in safe, inclusive, and welcoming schools that promote pride, language, and culture in a healthy way. The Land Language Culture Coordinator will strive to promote learning and connection through land, Indigenous language, culture, and traditional knowledge.

Location:  Dene High School

Start Date: ASAP

FTE: Full-time

Term of Employment: Term - to June 12, 2024 with the possibility of extension

Salary and Benefits:  According to education and experience.

Application Deadline: April 26, 2024

Qualifications:

• Strong communication skills
• Cross-cultural experience
• School experience (or related experience with children/youth)
• Valid driver’s license and reliable vehicle
• Ability to speak Dene would be considered an asset

The successful candidate will:

• Promote a positive, healthy school environment
• Manage attendance information with students
• Assist school administration as liaison with families
• Assist with transportation needs
• Facilitate language translation, if possible

For more information on the school and community, please contact the Superintendent of Education, Jackie Durocher, at 306-288-2310, or the Principal, Donna Janvier, at 306-822-2223, or visit our website at nlsd113.ca.

We wish to thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those applicants shortlisted for interviews will be contacted. Please note that present and past employers may be contacted.

We welcome diversity and encourage all qualified candidates to apply; however, in accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority.