DIRECTOR OF EDUCATION – FULL TIME

PROGRAM AREA: EDUCATION SERVICES
POSITION TITLE: DIRECTOR OF EDUCATION
REPORTING PROTOCOL: REPORTS DIRECTLY TO THE FIRST NATION MANAGER/CEO

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Director of Education is responsible for providing educational leadership in the community and for administering the education program in accordance with Council and the Education Committee directives and policies. Reporting directly to the First Nation Manager/CEO, the Director of Education will manage and oversee the development of a positive learning environment with the stated goal of measurable improvement of learning for all students at all levels of ability within the community.

SKILLS REQUIRED:
▪ Computer skills, including word processing, spreadsheets, creating strategic plans, and data collection.
▪ Able to work under pressure, meet deadlines and maintain strict confidentiality.
▪ Able to encourage open communication and interaction with the staff and community.
▪ Demonstrated advanced interpersonal skills.
▪ Experience working with the public.
▪ Task-oriented work style that requires minimal direction.
▪ Superior presentation, negotiating, research and analytical skills.
▪ Superior administrative and supervisory skills.
▪ Create and maintain a balanced budget.
▪ Must be in good standing with the Ontario College of Teachers.
▪ Must have a broad view of the federal and provincial education system.

EDUCATION/PROFESSIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
▪ Minimum of a Bachelor of Education or Bachelor of Administration plus at least five (5) years of proven management experience in the Education field.
▪ Master’s degree and/or Supervisory Officer certification preferred.
▪ Familiarity with Indigenous Services Canada and other funding sources for Education programs.
▪ Ability to work effectively with First Nation partners and external organizations to meet project and department deadlines and objectives.
▪ Appreciation and understanding of the First Nation history, culture, language and goals of the Chippewas of Kettle and Stony Point First Nation.
▪ Clear CPIC and Vulnerable Sector criminal record background check.
▪ Valid Ontario driver’s license and reliable transportation
▪ Knowledge of the Education Act and any recent changes in Ministry policies.

PREFERENTIAL HIRING REQUIREMENTS:
▪ KSPFN encourages all qualified individuals to apply. However, preference will be given to qualified First Nations people in accordance with KSPFN’ General Principles of the Human Resource Management Policy, section 16 of the Canadian Human Rights Act, sub-section 24(1)(a) of the Ontario Human Rights Code, and section 7 of the Employment Equity Act. First Nations candidates who wish to qualify for preferential consideration can self-identify themselves in their cover letter.
▪ Successful applicants must provide a current and up to date CPIC and vulnerable sector background check upon hiring.
▪ Successful applicants must provide a copy of their related diplomas and certificates.
▪ Applicants must consent to a full background check upon hiring.

PLEASE SUBMIT YOUR SEALED APPLICATION, COMPLETE WITH A DETAILED RESUME AND A MINIMUM OF THREE (3) REFERENCES, BY JUNE 5TH 2024 AT 4:00 PM

TO: Chippewas of Kettle & Stony Point First Nation,
ATTN: HR Department – Director of Education
Email to: Hr.assistant@kettlepoint.org
Mail to: 6247 Indian Lane, Kettle & Stony Point First Nation, ON N0N 1J1
Fax: 519-786-2108
A full Job Description is available please call Wyonna Bressette HR Assistant at 519-786-2125 EXT 115. Interviews will be scheduled shortly after the closing date.
ONLY THOSE APPLICANTS WHO MEET THE QUALIFICATION STANDARDS AND REQUIREMENTS WILL BE INTERVIEWED. AN UPDATED CPIC AND A REFERENCE CHECK WILL BE REQUIRED FOR THE SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE PRIOR TO FINAL CONFIRMATION OF EMPLOYMENT