Under the supervision of the Manager, Health and Social Services, the Education Coordinator provides counselling, guidance, referrals, and funding support, to all Michipicoten’s elementary, secondary, and postsecondary students, both on and off reserve. This role is key in the retention, transition, and graduation practices for Michipicoten students, with the goal of enabling Michipicoten citizens to participate fully in society, with strength, pride & unity, through education and culture. Part of this role will involve overseeing the schedules and reporting of Michipicoten’s Aboriginal Education Support Workers (AESWs) that directly support students within the schools.

 

This is a full-time temporary position until April 2, 2021, with the possibility of extension.

 

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

 

Post Secondary Education Support

• Provide information and support to MFN post-secondary students on and off reserve including, full, parttime, and continuing education

• Receive and review applications for post-secondary education support

o Review and recommend applications as per educations policy and in consideration of annual funding allocations

o Maintain regular contact with students confirming registrations

• Monitor student progress and prepare all necessary reports

• Make recommendations for continued funding

• Requisition and distribute the monthly student allowances and tuition payments

• Update monthly pay records

• Prepare and track financial forecasts of support commitments

• Track graduation results and obtain copies of certificates, diplomas, and student graduation awards

• Submit nominal roll to KEB

o Complete, verify and submit nominal rolls to KEB for all students

 

Elementary & Secondary Student Support

• Oversee the Michipicoten’s Aboriginal Education Support Workers (AESW) in the delivery of programs

o Review and consolidate AESW reports

o Provide guidance on programing goals and budget allocation

o Network with the schools’ principals and teachers. 

• Work with schools to plan and provide cultural programming and projects (i.e., Medicine Gardens and teepees)

• Identify cases involving domestic abuse or other family problems affecting students' development and make referrals to the MFN Family Support Worker as needed

• Act a liaison between parents and the School Van driver to coordinate services

 

General Administration

• Maintain accurate and complete student records as required by laws, district policies, and administrative regulations

• Check and respond to voice mail and emails daily

• Submit weekly work plans and time sheets

• Attend weekly Health & Social Services Team meetings

• Ensure client files are maintained, organized, and updated on a regular basis

• Protect files and case information to ensure confidentiality

• Complete monthly and quarterly statistical reports

 

QUALIFICATIONS

 

• Post-Secondary (Diploma or Degree) in education, counselling, social work, social sciences, or a related field and/or appropriate combination of education and experience

• Previous supervisory experience

• Experience working within an educational setting preferred

• Experience working with First Nations and understanding of the educational challenges faced by Indigenous students

• Strong knowledge of Anishinaabe culture and history

• Proficiency in MS Office applications, various software, and internet

• Proven ability to exercise discretion in handling confidential subject matter

• Must possess a valid driver’s license and own vehicle

• Current Criminal Reference Check with Vulnerable Sector Search (if position offered)

• Strong written and oral skills

 

TERM Full-time, Temporary until April 2, 2021, with possibility of extension

 

WAGE RANGE

$19 - $23/hr based on education and experience.

 

TO APPLY

Interested persons may submit their cover letter & resume as one document by email to Lisa Belanger

hr@michipicoten.com