School District 72 operates throughout a large geographic area. Campbell River and Quadra Island schools and our school board office are located on the traditional territory of the Liǧʷiɫdaxʷ people. School District 72 also encompasses the traditional territory of the Klahoose (Cortes), K'ómoks (Sayward), and χʷɛmaɬkʷu (Bute Inlet) First Nations.
SUPPORT STAFFPosition: Casual Responsible Adult (Indigenous Education)
Posting Number: SY2526-RA-004
Term of Employment: On-Call as Required
Wage/Salary: $27.03/Hour
Deadline to Apply: 4:00pm, Monday, May 4, 2026
Join Our TeamSchool District 72 is looking for a Casual Responsible Adult (Indigenous Education) to join our team of professionals who strive to bring the district's learning beliefs to life.
School District 72 (Campbell River) is located on the east coast of central Vancouver Island, extending north to Sayward and south to Oyster River. The district also includes the outer islands of Read, Cortes, and Quadra. The district serves over 5,600 students in 18 schools with a diverse range of programs that are progressive and responsive to the educational needs and interests of students.
The district respects and values the relationships with all First Nations, Métis, and Inuit peoples who reside in these territories. It is with respectful consideration that the programs and services provided to students and staff acknowledge their histories, cultural contributions, and contemporary concerns.
About the RoleThe Responsible Adult (RA) (Indigenous Education) reports to the school administrator and the Director of Indigenous Education. The role of RA is to provide in-class, one to one, or small group academic support to enhance Indigenous student achievement and build self-confidence.
Specific Responsibilities:- Works with students who have self-identified as having Indigenous ancestry.
- Assists teachers with the delivery of programs and services to support Indigenous student learning in and out of the classroom. Support may include academic assistance, cultural, social emotional skills, and minor positive-behavior support.
- Support learning, skill development, and social emotional activities in worksite and community- based settings, including field trips.
- Assists Indigenous students and their teachers to facilitate student success. Works cooperatively with other employees such as Indigenous Education Success Teachers, Learning Support Teachers, Child and Youth Worker (Indigenous Education). Acts as a positive role model and bridges cultural differences.
- Assists teachers in the delivery of trauma-informed classroom learning experiences with awareness of historical impacts, colonization, intergenerational trauma and systemic barriers for learners and their families.
- Maintains healthy and safe work practices in accordance with the School District Guidelines.
- Protects and respects the confidentiality of student information.
- Participates in staff meetings as requested.
- Performs other duties as assigned by the principal or designate.
Bring your Expertise- Grade 12 diploma plus completion of Responsible Adult Course, or the completion of a course, or a combination of courses, of at least 20 hours duration in child development, guidance, health and safety, or nutrition.
- A valid Level 1 First Aid Certificate is an asset.
- A minimum of 1 year of recent experience working with youth and children or an equivalent combination of training and experience working with children or youth.
- Demonstrated evidence of strong communication skills (verbal, written and electronic formats) using tact, discretion, and diplomacy, while maintaining confidentiality in matters related to the school district.
- Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team with colleagues, parents, and children.