Job Description

ATIKAMEKSHENG ANISHNAWBEK

Atikameksheng Anishnawbek will thrive together as a

strong and proud Nation

by honouring our gifts of Anishinabemowin and the Life of the Land.

Competition Number: 2025-039

Position: Education Support Worker - Secondary Education

Department: Education

Employment Status:

Full-Time

Salary:

$31.34 - 37.46 /HR - 35 Hours per Week

Location: Naughton, ON

Closing Date: July 21, 2025, at 4pm

POSITION SCOPE:

Under the direction of the Education Services Manager, and in accordance with the policies and procedures as set out by Atikameksheng Anishnawbek, the Education Support Worker - Secondary Education, will primarily provide support to students with Individual Education Plans (IEPs) and/or with Identification, Placement and Review Committee (IPRC) recommendations through outreach to families and through liaison and advocacy for services from local school boards. The Education Support Worker - Secondary Education will also support students in general with student success strategies, such as (but not limited to) student support, brief counselling, and access to tutoring.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

A diploma in Early Childhood Education, Child and Youth Worker, or Social Services. Valid Ontario Class 'G' Driver's License with clean drivers abstract. Minimum of 2 years working within the Education system is preferred. Criminal Reference Check and Vulnerable Sector Check annually and at time of offer. First Aid and CPR with AED Certification.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Attend IEP and IPRC Meetings with parents to hear and understand the recommendations of assessments. Advocate to ensure special needs of students are met and resources are available. Visit secondary schools attended by Atikameksheng Anishnawbek students on a weekly basis in a schedule developed in collaboration with the school officials. Coordinate and/or deliver presentations to students, parents and caregivers on how to support student success (i.e., meeting the requirements of graduation, etc.). Work with school officials and community programs to address concerns and provide Initiates and/or prepares project proposals and maintains an updated project filing system.

We offer attractive benefits, opportunities for advancement and an engaging work environment. We offer a RRSP with a matched contribution at a rate 5%, EFAP program, and health and insurance coverage and benefits.

Please refer to our website: https://atikamekshenganishnawbek.ca/ for posting details. A detailed job description is available upon request. Please quote the Competition No. in your cover letter and resume, and submit by email to employment@wlfn.com, or by applying on our website.





Please note that preference will be given to qualified Indigenous applicants.

Please self-identify.

Only those considered for an interview will be contacted.