Community Education Liaison Worker – 100%, Regular

The Ottawa-Carleton District School Board is a dynamic, creative learning organization that fosters the achievement, well-being and dignity of every student. The OCDSB is the largest school district in Eastern Ontario, serving 73,000 students in 147 schools

Community Education Liaison Worker

Satellite location: W.E. Gowling P.S.

Monday-Friday, 35 hours per week

Regular, 12 month work year

salary range: $54,133 to $69,895

effective Sept 1: $54,674 to $70,594

Reporting to the Superintendent responsible for the SATE Inquiry, the Community Education Liaison Worker will provide culturally competent and responsive supports to address students, families, and schools’ needs in identified school communities as part of the district’s Student Achievement Through Equity Inquiry (SATE). SATE is an initiative that uses research on factors known to contribute to successful schools, to reduce barriers, overcome emotional and psychological hurdles, and create the right learning conditions for students by bringing children, families and communities together as partners in the learning process.

In alignment with school and system initiatives, the Community Education Liaison Worker will coordinate and advocate community outreach and parent engagement, equity, and initiatives for students and their families in these identified school communities. There will be a requirement to work some evenings and occasional weekends to meet client needs.

Candidate Profile:
Community college diploma in social sciences (e.g., Community Worker Program), and three years of community development experience working in a community-based environment. (An equivalent combination of education and experience may also be considered)

Knowledge of local community resources and the capability to support students and their families to access and navigate these resources;

Strong advocacy skills to support student, parent/caregiver and community voice(s);

Effectively apply a culturally competent, anti-racist, anti-colonialism and anti-oppressive approach to solution finding;

Ability to work effectively in diverse communities;

Strong interpersonal, group facilitation, and consensus-building skills;

Knowledge and understanding of the structure and operations of the school system;

Ability to navigate and work effectively with staff at all levels of the education system;

Ability to make presentations, write reports, and proficiently use computer applications, including email and internet searches.

Ability to speak additional languages (in addition to English) would be an asset.

Valid G Drivers License and access to a personal vehicle for District business is required.

How to Apply :
The Ottawa-Carleton District School Board uses Apply to Education (ATE) to manage applications for job competitions. OCDSB employees can apply to this job posting using their existing ATE account. Please ensure your resume is in the Board approved format before submitting your application. Copy of the template can be found on ESP conference on GEM.

For External Applicants: If you are not

a Board employee and do not have an existing ATE account, go to www.applytoeducation.com and

register as an External Applicant, Select the job category for EA/ECE and Support Staff; then create your username and password. Once you have set up your account,

you can customize your portfolio; search for the job posting at OCDSB, and Apply as an external applicant. You must attach an resume and cover letter outlining your qualifications/suitability for this position.

Order of Consideration:
Applications will be considered in accordance with the ESP Collective Agreement, in the following order:

1. Applications from Regular full-time and part-time employees within ESP bargaining unit are given first consideration (internal posting)

2. Applications from term and casual employees within ESP bargaining unit are given 2nd consideration (External posting)

3. Applications from External candidates (including Board employees that do not belong to this bargaining unit) will be considered only if applications from 1 & 2 have been exhausted.

Personal information is

collected pursuant to the Education Act and will be used to determine the

eligibility for employment with the OCDSB. Questions about this collection

should be directed to the Manager, Human Resources, 133 Greenbank Road, Nepean,

Ontario K2H 6L3.

The Ottawa-Carleton District School Board is committed to equity for all students and staff and to delivering the highest quality education through a qualified workforce that reflects the diversity of the students and communities it serves. The District seeks to be proactive in attracting Indigenous, Black and minoritized candidates. Applicants who may require accommodations at any point in the selection process are invited to contact us at [email protected]

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