Permanent - Indigenous Graduation Coach/Kendaaswin Ekiitang (internal/external)

Indigenous Graduation Coach/Kendaaswin Ekiitang - Full-time, Permanent

As part of a team, the Kendaaswin Ekiitang (Indigenous Graduation Coach) will provide support to Indigenous learners with the goal of obtaining an Ontario Secondary School Diploma and successfully transitioning into post‑secondary education, training or labour market opportunities. The Graduation Coach focuses on relationship building and mentoring and will support transitions, culture, career planning, academics and parent engagement. The successful candidate will build positive relationships with Indigenous students by identifying barriers and solutions to student learning, engagement and well‑being. In addition, the candidate will collaborate with school staff, parents, Indigenous community partners and outside agencies to build networks and supports to foster success for students. The candidate will play a lead role in assisting staff members to improve achievement, well‑being and gradu...