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Provide leadership and supervision for Indigenous Education staff supporting Indigenous and marginalized students from Kindergarten to Grade 12.
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Foster a supportive and culturally responsive learning environment.
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Work closely with Indigenous communities and partner organizations to facilitate access to student and family support services.
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Serve as a key liaison with the Indigenous Education Advisory Committee and the Six Nations Advisory Committee.
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Support the implementation of the Jordan’s Principle Protocol to ensure Indigenous students receive equitable services.
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Act as a system-wide resource on Indigenous knowledge, perspectives, history, and culture through an Indigenous lens.
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Lead the development, implementation, and review of Native Studies, English, and Native Language courses.
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Guide curriculum innovation and Indigenous program development in alignment with the Grand Erie Indigenous Plan, the Indigenous Board Action Plan, and the Multi-Year Strategic Plan.
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Oversee and report on the Board Action Plan for Indigenous Education.
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Provide leadership in the implementation and oversight of the Six Nations and Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation Education Service Agreements (ESA) and the SNP-Steam Reciprocal Education Approach (REA), including annual ESA reporting.
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Manage the allocation and oversight of Indigenous Education budgets.
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Facilitate and oversee Elementary REAs and NATIONS/Newstart programs.
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Attend Principal Leader meetings to ensure cross-departmental collaboration and alignment.
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Minimum of 3 years experience as an Administrator with completed Principal Qualification Program certification.
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A valid driver’s license and a reliable means of transportation is required.
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Evidence of lived experiences with and ability to work with the Indigenous community to improve the success of Indigenous students
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Knowledge of Indigenous perspectives as it relates to the delivery of Ontario curriculum
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Knowledge of anti-racism education mandate and implementation
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Evidence of related community connections and experiences
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Evidence of experience with and ability to work with marginalized communities to improve the success of racialized students
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Evidence of the ability to work with others in a collaborative team approach
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Evidence of the ability to lead and facilitate the professional growth of others
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Evidence of strong communication and organizational skills.
