Education Services
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Program Services
We believe in each student’s individual potential and we work tirelessly, in cooperation with families and schools, to support each student to success in their journey, both through school and in life.
About
The IFNA Education Department provides support to member community schools in areas including:
- Leadership, coaching and mentoring for school principals;
- Support for school operations and management;
- School improvement planning;
- Professional learning and development to teachers and other staff;
- Student addictions and guidance counselling
- Indigenous language and culture programming support.
Contracted Services
The IFNA Education Department provides the following services when requested:
- Special Education Services that provide cognitive and behavioural assessments/consultations, oral language/speech language consultations and special education supports;
- Consulting services for literacy and numeracy program development, evaluation and support;
- Support for communities to find, hire and retain teachers.
Home Away Program
The IFNA Education Department provides a holistic approach to support students enrolled in the HOME AWAY PROGRAM. Mental, physical, emotional, and spiritual supports include:
- One-on-one counselling;
- 24-hour mental health support;
- Approved cultural and spiritual activities;
- Proactive group programming;
- Promotion of healthy lifestyles;
- External referrals and assessments;
- Medical, optical, and dental care.
The team is built of Education, Wellness and Residence staff who work closely together to meet the best interest of student needs.
High School Application Forms
The IFNA Education program provides off-reserve supports for students who ordinarily live on reserve that wish to attend high school. At this time, there are no funding supports for students who do not ordinarily live on reserve. It is encouraged to seek support from Jordans Principles for those that do not qualify for funding through IFNA due to Indigenous Service Canada Agreements for on reserve supports.
These supports include:
- Liaising with other organizations
- Planning student engagement and retention activities;
- Educational Partnership Program (EPP) where IFNA consults with students, their families, communities and schools to develop and implement activities designed to provide supports that improve student retention and success rate (funding provided by Nishnawbe Aski Nation).
- Application to participate in the IFNA SSSP program (full form required)
- Application for providing Boarding Home services to the IFNA SSSP program
Education Policy - Coming Soon.
Join Our Team
At IFNA, we are a team of diverse, caring, and hard-working problem solvers supporting the First Nation communities of Kitchenuhmaykoosib Inninuwug, Lac Seul, Muskrat Dam, Pikangikum, and Whitesand. Join a team of like-minded professionals providing unique advisory services, building resources and other types of support to help each community achieve excellence and self-reliance. We pride ourselves on being an accessible, First Nations-oriented resource with the goal of working for, and with, the people and the communities we serve. Whether a new graduate, summer students, or seasoned professional there is a rewarding career waiting for you! Browse the opportunities below or email recruitment@ifna.ca to join our progressive team.
Jobs within Education Services
Youth Wellness Counsellor
As a Youth Wellness Counsellor, you'll be at the heart of our mission, providing culturally sensitive counselling to Indigenous youth aged 12 to 24. You'll help address mental health issues, emotional distress, trauma, and social concerns. By incorporating evidence-based therapeutic approaches and Indigenous healing practices, you'll empower these individuals to thrive, fostering resilience, self-determination, and growth. This position will be based in Sioux Lookout.
Casual Student Home Worker
This position will be based in Sioux Lookout, and emphasis will be put on hiring Casual Student Home Workers living in or near Sioux Lookout, Lac Seul, Hudson or Dryden. Reporting directly to the Residence Supervisor, the IFNA SSSP Casual Student Home Worker would work to support the students living in the IFNA residences. Each residence will have 2 staff, and the Casual staff will not have a fixed schedule but can be requested to cover shifts or activities as required for the program. They help provide meals, house activities, enforce house expectations, and provide transportation to and from school and so on. Staff also take the students to explore the community, to events, activities and on trips.
EPP Liaison
Are you ready to make an immediate impact? The Independent First Nations Alliance (IFNA) seeks a dedicated individual for the role of Education Partnership Program (EPP) Liaison. The EPP Liaison undertakes assigned activities in support of the EPP joint Implementation Plan that are designed to improve the scope and quality of education programs and services available to NAN First Nation students attending First Nation and provincially funded schools. This position is critical to the successful completion of EPP educational initiatives and for maintaining effective liaison with First Nations and assigned Provincial District School Boards (DSB’s) and their respective schools.
This isn't just about filling a role; it's about finding someone who believes in the potential and well-being of Indigenous youth. Join us in making a difference!
Student Support Worker
Are you ready to make an immediate impact? The Independent First Nations Alliance (IFNA) seeks a dedicated Student Support Worker who will report to the Academic Manager and will work with the students, house parents, teachers, and Sioux North administration to help the students meet their full potential.
This isn't just about filling a role; its about finding someone who believes in the potential and well-being of Indigenous youth. Join us in making a difference!
Education Office Co-Ordinator
Are you ready to make an immediate impact? Independent First Nations Alliance (IFNA) is presently recruiting for a full time Education Office Coordinator. This role will be important to coordinate a variety of office administrative tasks for the Education Department. The scope of the role will be specific in nature, to allow all parties a clear understanding of expectations.
This isn't just about filling a role; it's about finding someone who believes in the potential and well-being of Indigenous youth. Join us in making a difference!
Secondary School Success Teacher
Are you ready to make an immediate impact? The Independent First Nations Alliance (IFNA) seeks a dedicated Secondary School Success Teacher who would work to support the academic success of the students living in the IFNA residences. The job would be a mix of working directly with students, either in the IFNA Education Office, or at Sioux North High School.
This isn't just about filling a role; it's about finding someone who believes in the potential and well-being of Indigenous youth. Join us in making a difference!
Wellness Manager
Are you ready to make an immediate impact? The Independent First Nations Alliance (IFNA) is seeking a dedicated Wellness Manager. The Wellness Manager reports to the Education Officer and works collaboratively with the Academic Manager and Residence Manager of the Secondary Student Support Program. The Wellness Manager will be responsible for success of the Wellness Department, focusing on promoting healthy living choices, coping strategies, positive activity programming, and the overall mental and physical health of the students. This isn't just about filling a role; it's about finding someone who believes in the potential and well-being of Indigenous youth. Join us in making a difference!
Qualified applicants may forward their cover letter, resumé and three
most recent employment references to:
ATTENTION: HUMAN RESOURCES
Independent First Nations Alliance
P.O. Box 5010, 34 Prince St.
Sioux Lookout, ON P8T 1K6
Fax: (807) 737-3501
recruitment@ifna.ca
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Education Services Staff
LESLEY ANDERSON
Location: Sioux Lookout
Office: 807-737-1902
DARRYL ANDERSON
Location: Sioux Lookout
Office: 807-737-1902
AMY TOBEY
Location: Sioux Lookout
Office: 807-737-1902