PGSS

1.0 FTE - April 2, 2024 not to exceed June 28, 2024

POSITION DESCRIPTION

The primary role of the coordinator is to enhance the educational, social and cultural functioning of at risk students. The coordinator will help children achieve greater balance in their lives by considering the physical, emotional, and mental needs of the children.

The coordinator is responsible for carrying out the duties under the direction of the school Principal/Vice Principal. The Community School Coordinator will collaborate with school staff, students, parents, and community members to develop, co-ordinate, supervise, and evaluate community school programs and services

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Possess the knowledge of concepts of community education

Possess the knowledge and skill to analyze and support children in crisis

Demonstrates good oral and written communication skills

Ability to access resources and needs within the community

Ability to work independently

Participates in ongoing professional development

Possess skills in conflict resolution, group processes and public speaking

Is highly motivated

Demonstrates ability to work effectively with teachers, students, parents, community residents, agencies, businesses, and service professionalsIdentifying unique characteristics of school Become familiar with demographics and cultural make up school (discussion with PVPs and other staff, PAC, SPC)

Become familiar with services, facilities, and community resources within the catchment area

Review past records that outline successful programming (this can be done by researching what is documented and by having discussion with all stakeholders)Community Liaison Acting as the primary staff person for the local governing body in managing all organizational matters

Supporting the local governing body in promoting the Community Education concept and Community School model among school PVPs and staff, neighbourhood residents, community agencies/organizations, the business community and local politicians;

Liaising between the various governmental bodies, and,

Providing leadership to all aspects of the Community School operation such as: Coordinating the integration of community resources and services,

Developing partnerships with community organizations and businesses,

Facilitating fundraising and grants submissions

Supporting staff and volunteer involvement,

Developing programs and services to meet local needs

Coordinating community use of facilities

Typical Duties and Responsibilities

Provide support to students and/or parents when appropriate. This support may include but is not exclusive to the following: Self-esteem building

Anger management

Social skills

Parenting skills

Drug and alcohol prevention education

Transitioning to high school assistance

Nutrition and health

Cultural awareness/ increasing cultural pride and identity

Developing, supervising, assisting and evaluating Community School programs and services

Promoting the Community School concept in the community

Developing proposals for grants and funding as required

Managing budget under the direction of the school Principal/Vice-Principal

Implementing and supporting the development of Community School policies

Drafting reports as required

Recruiting volunteers and facilitators such as: Parents

RCMP

Red Cross

Public Library

HRDC

Coaches, etc., Coordinating food and clothing donation pick up and distribution

Liaise between parents, students, and the school Principal/Vice-Principal Parent room

SBT, SSST

Staff meetings (* RUOK - steering committee meetings)

School ground circulation (recess, lunch)

PAC meetings Consults with parents for the purpose of informing them of services offered by the school district and outside agencies and assist them to access these services if necessary.

Coordinate Special EventsQUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Requirements Bachelor of Social Work degreeDesirable Qualifications Minimum of two years of Social Work or other related work experience with vulnerable youth

Experience working with at risk children and families

Ability to work without professional supervision.

Experience working with vulnerable youth, children and families; this can include family engagement.

Experience in organizing, facilitating, supervising afterschool programs with large groups of students in the areas of sport, art, leadership, and community involvement within the school building and within the greater community.

Proven experience organizing and facilitating small and large group activities during the school day with school and greater community.

Proven successful grant writing to secure additional funding from international, national, provincial and local organizations.

Proven financial management skills for multiple program budgets.

Ability to develop working partnerships with multiple community organizations (ie., Canadian Tire, financial institutions, YMCA, etc.)

Proven experience in special event organization to accommodate school and district wide events.

Skills, knowledge and ability to assess situations while they are happening and adjust as required How to Apply:

Please apply to the specific posting on the Make a Future website , http://www.makeafuture.ca/regions-districts/bc-public-school-districts/central-bc/prince-george/ By application, candidates give permission to the Prince George School District to contact any references or any past or present employers named in the application. We regret that only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Please ensure that you have included the names of three current professional

For more information, please contact the principal, Randy Halpape, rhalpape@sd57.bc.ca or Sarah Petrisor, SD57 District Principal, Human Resources, spetrisor@sd57.bc.ca

Here are the step-by-step instructions on how to create your Teacher Make A Future profile, complete your portfolio and apply to postings .

If you require any assistance with your application, please contact our Human Resources Assistants, at 250-561-6800 or hiring@sd57.bc.ca

Please note: All applications with relevant documentation must be made through Make A Future for consideration for the position.

ABOUT SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 57

School District No.57 resides on the unceded ancestral lands of the Lheidli Tenneh First Nations, McLeod Lake Indian Band and the Simpcw First Nations.

Geographically we expand from Mackenzie, through Prince George, to McBride and Valemount. We serve 41 schools: 32 Elementary schools, 8 Secondary schools and 1 District Learning Support center for alternative and alternate learning opportunities.

We provide educational programs for approximately 15,000 students inclusive of early learning, after school art and sports programing, trades programs, and dual credit programs with our local post-secondary schools.

We support Lheidli Tenneh students, McLeod Lake students and Takla students living on reserve through our Local Education Agreements. With each Nation we co-construct the educational services provided to the students while attending a school within our school district.

LIFE IN THE CENTRAL INTERIOR OF BRITISH COLUMBIA

Known as BC's northern capital, Prince George is a bustling city of over 77,000 residents, situated at the crossroads of Hwy. 97 (north-south) and Hwy. 16 (east-west), and at the confluence of the Fraser and Nechako Rivers. As a major City of the Pacific Rim, Prince George is firmly tied to the global market. The area offers a lifestyle that is definitely worth boasting about. Residents enjoy affordable housing, incomes above provincial averages, an extensive range of quality services, and cultural and sports events. Recreational opportunities are second to none and range from golfing, skiing, fishing and hunting to an endless list of team sports. Local post-secondary educational facilities include the University of Northern British Columbia and the College of New Caledonia .

Move Up Prince George / School District No. 57