Job Description

INTERNAL/EXTERNAL POSTING

BLUEWATER DISTRICT SCHOOL BOARD

INVITES APPLICATIONS FOR

LANDING SUCCESS STUDENT COORDINATOR

The Landing Success Student Coordinator will assist in the planning and implementation of the summer transition program for Grade 8 Indigenous students moving to Grade 9 in September. They will also offer personal insight into their experiences at secondary school, i.e., academic expectations, extracurricular activity opportunities, and sports.


Bluewater District School Board values diversity in the workplace. Based on the nature of this position, and pursuant to Part II of the special employment guidelines of the Ontario Human Rights Code, indigenous ancestry is regarded as directly relevant to the skills and knowledge required for the success of this position and its impact to the organization.

Dates:

July 2, 2025 and ending August 1, 2025

Hours of Work:

Full time hours Monday - Friday (Students in attendance from Monday to Thursday; Friday for program planning)

Location:

Kikendaasogamig Elementary School, Neyaashiinigmiing

Supervisor:

Summer Programming Administrator

Remuneration:

$20.00/hour (inclusive of 4% vacation and holiday pay) plus Cooperative Education Credits

Duties and Responsibilities:

Support the successful transition of Grade 8 Indigenous students into Grade 9 through summer activities and programming Provide insight into secondary academic expectations, programming, and extracurricular activities Assist in the planning for and implementation of a summer transition program Model and support the acquisition of the learning skills needed to be successful at secondary school Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications and Experience:

Candidate must have experience as a Grade 11 or 12 student attending a Bluewater District School Board secondary school. Students must be 16 years old and have not reached the age of 25 upon commencement of employment. Proof of student enrolment must be provided to the employer Residency: The student must be a resident of Ontario during the period of employment and should be living in Ontario at the time they start work Student must be legally entitled to work in Canada and must have a Social Insurance Number

Assets:

An understanding of the Anishinaabe traditions and community Excellent written and oral communication Organized and able to manage competing demands experience mentoring or coaching

Job Requirements:

Clean vulnerable sector police check; Eligible to work in Canada

Application Process:

Qualified applicants are invited to apply for this position online using Apply to Education (ATE) at


Please include a cover letter, references and permission to check references.


We thank everyone for applying, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.


Questions regarding this posting should be directed to:

Kim Harbinson

Learning Services Administrator - Student Services

Equity

Bluewater District School Board is committed to fostering a safe and supportive learning environment for all students and staff.

Accommodation

Bluewater District School Board is committed to providing accommodations in the workplace and for candidates who have temporary or permanent disability, or who otherwise require accommodations based on the protected grounds highlighted in the Ontario Human Rights Code in respect to the recruitment and selection process.

Wellness

Bluewater District School Board is committed to providing a respectful and healthy work environment.