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Indigenous Education Support Worker

@ School District 54 Bulkley Valley

Smithers, British Columbia

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School District 54 Bulkley Valley is hiring a temporary full-time Indigenous Education Support Worker I to III at Walnut Park Elementary School, 20 hours per week, until June 29, 2027 or the return of the incumbent. Starting pay is $25.25 to $30.47 per hour plus the CUPE Local 2145 benefit package. Candidates need Indigenous ancestry or Witsuwit'en knowledge to receive first priority, and appointment is subject to Indigenous Education Council approval.

Responsibilities:

  • Support Indigenous students and families at Walnut Park Elementary School
  • Connect students and families with on- and off-reserve Indigenous services
  • Use initiative to judge and select appropriate courses of action
  • Follow WCB safety procedures
  • Use office software for records and reporting

Requirements summary:

  • Grade 12 (Dogwood Certificate)
  • Two years post-secondary training in a related field
  • Two years experience with Indigenous students or families
  • Familiarity with local Indigenous organizations
  • Valid Class 5 BC driver's licence and clean driving record
  • CPI or non-violent crisis management training is an asset

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Job details

SeniorityEntry level
DepartmentSocial & community services
Experience2+ years
Hours per week20
Scheduleday
Travelair: none
Work settingSchool
PositionSitting and standing
Physical demandsphysical low · computer moderate
Licences & certificationsClass 5 BC driver's licence, WCB safety procedures, CPI training
Driver’s licencerequired
Encouraged to applyIndigenous peoples
EducationHigh school (required), College diploma (required)
Fields of studyFirst Nations Education, Counselling, Human Services

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School District 54 Bulkley Valley

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October 26, 2026

File: 26/27-45a October 26, 2026

TEMPORARY JOB POSTING

POSITION: Indigenous Education Support Worker I– III 20 Hours per week

Starting Salary - $25.25 - $30.47 per hour (Effective July 1, 2024)

  • Temporary to June 29, 2027 ( or return of the incumbent whichever occurs first)
  • Plus Benefit Package (as per CUPE Local 2145 Collective Agreement)

LOCATION: WALNUT PARK 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.”

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