Temporary Indigenous Cultural Advocate

The Good Spirit School Division Invites  applications for a Temporary Indigenous Cultural Advocate

GSSD is committed to providing an equitable education that benefits all learners and is inclusive of Indigenous knowledge systems, cultures, and languages within environments, policies, and procedures. Our primary objective is to foster a respectful learning environment to achieve student success and well-being in our 27 public schools throughout East-Central Saskatchewan. Our values of belonging, respect, diversity, learning, perseverance, and responsibility ensure 'Students Come First' and 'Learning Without Limits...Achievement For All.' GSSD commits to advancing reconciliation with Indigenous partners by acknowledging our shared history and building a brighter future together.

Start Date / Term:

November 3, 2025 to June 26, 2026 or subject to the regular employee returning.

Assignment/Contract:

7.5 hours/day –Temporary – Out of Scope

This position is designated for qualified equity group members who self-declare in this online application, as identified in "diversity groups" below.

Diversity Groups:  Indigenous persons (First Nations, Métis, Inuit)

Salary:

Class III or IV of the STF Collective Agreement depending on Educational Qualifications 

Benefit Details:

SSBA Member Benefits, MEPP Pension

Contact Details

Angella Pinay, Superintendent of Indigenous Education

angella.pinay@gssd.ca

(306) 590-8386

The Indigenous Cultural Advocate works to provide support and leadership with traditional ways of knowing and Indigenous culture. This position will support all stakeholders of GSSD in their commitment to a culturally inclusive and respectful environment. The Indigenous Cultural Advocate works at the school and division level to ensure the school division provides cultural education, supports all students with a focus on indigenous students. 

The successful applicant will have the following knowledge, skills, abilities and educational background:

Student Welfare

• Ability to motivate others to implement cultural instructional practices that respond to the needs of every student.
•  Foster the philosophy of inclusion and diversity within the school division through the provision of resources.
• Develop and implementing culturally relevant and engaging educational programs and resources that promote understanding and appreciation of Indigenous cultures, histories and perspectives.
• Assist in the recruitment, retention, and support of Indigenous students, staff, and community members within the school division.
• Collaborate with school-based administrators to enhance teachers’ abilities to address the unique strengths and needs of all learners in the school community regardless of gender identity, sexual orientation, age, ethnic origin, ancestry, culture, socio-economic status, religion, family status, and mental and physical disability.

Educational Leadership

• Support teachers in their work to build culturally responsive classrooms and instruction practices that honour Indigenous perspectives and worldviews.

• Provide guidance and support to teachers and staff in the integration of Indigenous perspectives into curriculum, lesson plans, and classroom activities.

• Foster the philosophy of inclusion and diversity within the school division through assisting with the selection and provision of culturally relevant resources.
• Provide formal and informal professional development opportunities for teachers and staff on Indigenous cultural practices, history, and contemporary issues.
• Building GSSD’s capacity to:
  • Create engaging and inclusive learning environments.
  • Support teachers in facilitating culturally relevant learning opportunities for students.
  • Support anti-racist and social justice education and the development and integration of Indigenous perspectives and ways of knowing, world view, and content.
• Provide individualized, timely and effective support for classroom teachers seeking assistance.
• Assist in the planning and delivery of instruction with a respect to Indigenous culture.

 Fiscal Responsibility

• Knowledge of basic financial and resource management principles and ability to provide advice and guidance.
• Working with administrators to develop, manage, and report on specific areas of operating budgets to allocate resources effectively.

 Organizational Management

• Supports the Superintendent in Indigenous Education in achieving and reporting, regarding Ministry of Education and Division mandates related to First Nation, Métis, and Inuit achievement and engagement.

Administrative Procedures

• Demonstrates knowledge of and respect for GSSD Administrative Procedures.
  

Communication and Community Relations

• Ability to communicate effectively in both verbal and written forms.
• Build and maintain positive relationships with local Indigenous communities, organizations, and Elders to strengthen partnerships and promote community involvement in our schools.
• Lead and support ceremonies, cultural teachings, and practices for school division and GSSD community events that celebrate and promote Indigenous culture and heritage.
• Work closely with the Indigenous Education Team members to ensure cultural teachings are accessible at the school level. 
•  Develop positive relationships with local elders and knowledge keepers.

Leadership Practices

• Exemplary leadership, collaboration, consultation and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to motivate others to implement innovative practices that respond to the needs of every student and staff member.
• Ability to work in a team environment, seek and attend to feedback, and generate high-quality work.
• Positive representative of their school and the Good Spirit School Division.
• Collaborating with school-based administrators to support school-based teams.
• Establishes and maintains positive, professional working relationships with all school division staff.
• Unites people toward achieving the Board’s goals.
• Demonstrates a high commitment to the needs of students.
• Promotes the GSSD values of belonging, respect, responsibility, learning, nurturing, diversity and perseverance.

Interviews will be conducted with a suitable pool of applicants. Please note that GSSD may contact informal references not listed in your application package.

Applicants not currently working for GSSD will be required to submit a recent (within the last six months) criminal record and vulnerable sector check acceptable to the Board of Education prior to offer of employment. 

The Good Spirit School Division strives to provide safe, caring, and welcoming schools for children.  Our primary objective is to foster a respectful learning environment to achieve student success and well-being in each of our 27 public schools throughout East-Central Saskatchewan.  

We thank all applicants for their interest in working for the Good Spirit School Division, however, only those who have been selected for an interview will be contacted.  We encourage all applicants to check our website regularly for ongoing vacancies that may be of interest to you.