APPLY TO EDUCATION # 4045342

OSSTF - PSSP

Comp. 26-315

Closing date: 2026-06-24  @ 4:00 pm EST

Indigenous Student Advisor - Temporary                          

Location:                  Ecole Secondaire Cochrane High School

Start date:                 August 31, 2026 to April 2, 2027 or return of absent employee.

Vacancy Details:    1.0 FTE  

​ This posting is for an existing vacancy.

The Ecole Secondaire Cochrane High School 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 grade 9 to grade 12. The Indigenous Student Advisor will report directly to the administrative team at Ecole Secondaire Cochrane High School and 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
• Demonstrated experience/knowledge of cultural teachings and best practices is required

​Compensation:

Salary in accordance with the provisions outlined in the current OSSTF - PSSP Collective Agreement Collective Agreements (dsb1.ca)  $33.27 per hour

Interested Candidates:

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