Education Consultant - Inuit Culture - KI

Kativik Ilisarniliriniq (KI) is a school board offering educational services in the 14 communities of Nunavik.

This person will be under the supervision of the Coordinator of the Compassionate Schools Services and be responsible for:

FUNCTION & DUTIES:

·        Contribute to the integration of Inuit culture into the Compassionate Schools approach;

·        Supporting schools in the implementation of the Compassionate Schools approach (trauma-informed practices in schools/ PBIS);

·        Preparing, presenting and participating in workshops aiming at rising awareness among school staff regarding effects of trauma on students and support school staff in behavioural management strategies;

·        Mentoring team leaders and internal coaches on school teams;

·        Must be able to travel frequently throughout Nunavik;

·        Any other related tasks as determined by his/her supervisor.

QUALIFICATIONS:

First level College or University Degree in a relevant specialization; An equivalent combination of education and experience in an Inuit field may be considered.

The Board may, at its discretion, waive any or all of the afore-mentioned qualifications if it finds a suitable candidate who is a beneficiary of the James Bay and Northern Québec Agreement (JBNQA) and who accepts, as a condition of employment, to follow a training plan determined by the Board.

REQUIREMENTS:

·        Fluency in French or English;

·        Extensive knowledge of Inuit culture and Inuktitut;

·        Experience in working with students with challenging behaviours;

·        Knowledge on trauma-informed practices;

·        Knowledge of Positive Behavioural Interventions and Supports (PBIS);

·        Meeting facilitation skills and experience leading a group discussion;

·        Work within Kativik Ilisarniliriniq would be a definite asset;

·        Knowledge of restorative practices would be a definite asset.

CLASSIFICATION / SALARY / BENEFITS:

In accordance with the SPPENOM collective agreement for professionals. This position belongs to job category 2104: from $49,456 TO $92,027 annually depending on qualification and experience. All benefits are prorated based on the percentage of the task.

Only the candidates under consideration will be contacted.