ALLIED SPECIALISTS’ ASSOCIATION

Indigenous Arts and Culture Facilitator

Full-time Temporary Position until June 30, 2021 or Return of Incumbent

The Indigenous Arts and Culture Facilitator will provide district leadership in the development and implementation of Indigenous arts and music programs and initiatives across the District (K-12).  The goals of the program are to enhance appreciation and understanding among staff and students of the role of art and music in both traditional and contemporary Indigenous contexts, and to promote the exploration and expression of cultural identity among Indigenous students through the arts and music.

Role Description and Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the Indigenous Education Department team and schools in planning and implementing school-based programs and initiatives that enhance staff and student appreciation of Indigenous Art and Music
• Collaborate with the Indigenous Education Department team and schools in planning and implementing school-based programs and initiatives that provide opportunity for Indigenous students to express and explore their cultural identity through art and music (visual art, dance, traditional drum, contemporary music, digital media, theatre and other)
• Collaborate with local Nations, Indigenous organizations, schools and District staff to support events and celebrations that incorporate Indigenous art and music
• Develop and support appropriate protocols associated with Indigenous art and music programs and initiatives

Reporting Structure

• The Indigenous Arts and Culture Facilitator is accountable in the implementation of assigned duties to the District Administrator and District Principal of Indigenous Education.

Qualifications and Experience

• Demonstrated knowledge of Indigenous histories and cultures, including the traditional territories of the Lekwungen peoples and other Island Nations
• A Bachelor Degree in the field of Indigenous/First Nations Studies or related area
•  Experience and training in traditional Indigenous art and music
•  Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of local and community protocols
•  Ability to build effective working relationships with Indigenous and non-Indigenous community, schools, and district staff
• Minimum five years experience working with Indigenous children and youth in area of Indigenous art and music
• Ability to develop and implement programs
• Ability to speak or understand an Indigenous language is an asset

Preference will be given to candidates of Indigenous ancestry.

Qualified applicants are asked to submit a letter of application and comprehensive resume to:
Human Resource Services
Greater Victoria School District 61
556 Boleskine Road, Victoria, BC V8Z 1E8
or
email: hrs@sd61.bc.ca

Closing Date: 4:00 pm, Monday, January 4, 2021

The School District thanks all applicants but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.