Indigenous Student Advisor (1.0 FTE - Permanent)

District School Board Ontario North East

OSSTF - PSSP

Comp. 26-336

Closing date: 2026-07-02 @ 4:00 pm EST

Indigenous Student Advisor - Central Region

Locations: Golden Avenue Public School, Timmins Centennial Public School, Bertha Shaw Public School

Start date : August 31, 2026

Vacancy Details: 1.0 FTE (permanent position with an end date of June 25, 2027)

This posting is for an existing vacancy.

The Central Region Indigenous Student Advisor (ISA) will assist with leading and implementing programs, services and other supports to meet the unique needs of First Nation, Metis and Inuit students, and their families, with a focus on successful student learning from Kindergarten to grade 6. The Central Region Indigenous Student Advisor will report directly to the Indigenous Lead Administrator for District School Board Ontario North East.

Responsibilities will include but are not limited to:

Establish trusting relationships with students, families, staff, and communities
Identify and work to remove barriers to student success
Provide guidance and support to identify pathways based on individualized strengths and interests
Ensure ongoing open dialogue with families
Provide access to resources that foster a sense of belonging
Facilitate access to community supports, course planning and mentorship for students
Create and enhance a welcoming supportive space for students in various schools with various school staff
Build close supportive relationships with students, families, and communities
Act as an advocate for students who identify as Indigenous
Facilitate strong communication between the schools, families, and First Nation communities
Assist with developing and/or enhancing cultural activities in the schools
Build and maintain community partnerships with agencies supporting cultural awareness within our schools (ie., Keepers of the Circle, Mino M’shki-ki, Community Elders and Knowledge Keepers)

Qualifications

Ontario Secondary School Diploma and/or experience
Post-secondary education is an asset (e.g., Educational Assistant, Social Work)
Valid driver’s license is required

Compensation

Salary in accordance with the provisions outlined in the current OSSTF - PSSP Collective Agreement $33.27

Interested Candidates

Postings can be found on the DSB1 website at and on Apply to Education at Please apply using Apply to Education by clicking the Apply button. Applications received through any other method will not be considered.

DSB1 may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools to assist in screening and assessing applicants, as defined under the Employment Standards Act (ESA). AI is not used to make final hiring decisions. In DSB1, final hiring decisions are made by DSB1 staff.

Additional Information

Internal applicants shall provide a covering letter indicating the position to which they are applying, a complete resume, a copy of their most recent performance appraisal (if applicable), a letter of support from their immediate supervisor, and a list of three references (one which must be the current supervisor).

External applicants shall provide a covering letter and a complete resume, including complete information about experience, training, employment history, dates, places and addresses of previous employers, a copy of their most recent performance appraisal (if applicable), and a list of three references (one which must be a current or recent supervisor). Must provide a Criminal Background Check with vulnerable Sector Screening prior to employment.

- AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER-

It is the policy of District School Board Ontario North East to support fair, equitable and transparent hiring and promotion practices for all qualified employees and applicants for employment in order to attract and retain quality employees who facilitate the learning environment for our students. The procedures for the hiring and promotion of staff will be based on DSB1 Hiring Policy & Procedure 1.2.22.

Accommodation

Upon request, we will provide reasonable accommodations 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. If you require accommodation please contact

The Board thanks all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. This information is collected under the authority of the Education Act, and M.F.I.P.P.A. and is used to determine eligibility for employment.

Jonathan Byer (Board Chair) - Lesleigh Dye (Chief Executive Officer)

2026-06-25