Guidance Counsellor
Job No:
160162
Location:
Sandy Lake, ON
- Guide the students in our vibrant community, while honouring our heritage
- Receive a competitive annual salary of $65-91K plus full benefits & free accommodations
- Don't miss this chance to mentor the future leaders of Sandy Lake
About Sandy Lake First Nation
Neh gaaw saga'igan is the local translation of Sandy Lake, where the people traditionally and continues to live off the abundance of land as hunters and gatherers. Though wild game is still a staple in the diets of many, today the people of Sandy Lake enjoy games and sports such as hockey, volleyball, softball, taekwondo, golf, and other modern sports.
Located 450 km northeast of Winnipeg and 600 km northwest of Thunder Bay, we are a remote, fly-in First Nation community located in the boreal forested area of Northwestern Ontario along the Severn River. Beautiful landscapes surround our community, giving our people the opportunity for outdoor and social activities all-year-round. In the summer, we go hunting, hiking, kayaking, and fishing. In the winter, we go ice fishing, play ice hockey, and marvel at the beautiful northern lights above our open skies. Getting in and out of Sandy Lake is very convenient, with daily flights chartered by Wasaya Airways and Perimeter Aviations, from multiple cities and towns in Winnipeg and Ontario.
For more information about our vibrant community please visit our website by clicking here.
About the Opportunity
Currently, the Sandy Lake Board of Education has an exciting opportunity for a Guidance Counsellor to join our school in Sandy Lake, Ontario for the 2022/2023 school year.
The scope of your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:
- Assisting students in their social, academic, and personal lives by providing supervision, guidance, and instruction
- Mediating communication between students, faculty, and parents by holding meaningful and insightful conversations
- Providing assistance with homework and other study-related matters
- Offering information about scholarships, fellowships, internships, research, continuing education, and other academic opportunities to students
- Identifying methods for growth, development, and mentoring (assisting students in achieving their objectives by evaluating their attributes)
- Planning and implementing other guidance and counselling programs as needed
- Advising and assisting students with their vocational development
- Identifying behavioural problems and acting appropriately to remedy the situation
- Completing evaluations, analyzing results, and providing purposeful feedback
About You
To qualify, an Ontario teaching certificate or the ability to obtain one, is a requirement. We will also require a completion (or close to completion) of a Guidance and Career Education Specialist course.
As our Guidance Counsellor, you must possess excellent problem-solving and relationship-building skills. Your empathy, approachable attitude, and trustworthiness are essential to effectively guide students in their right academic or career path.
In addition, you will have knowledge of culturally responsive counselling practices, exceptional communication skills, and a natural aptitude for discovering potential in your students.
Knowledge of First Nations culture and experience with First Nations students is an asset.
Please note that membership and license with the Ontario College of Teachers and updated Criminal Record and Child Abuse Registry Check will be required for all shortlisted candidates.
For the safety of our remote community, mandatory COVID-19 screening and/or quarantine will be strictly enforced for all successful hires entering Sandy Lake.
About the Benefits
Compensation based on certifications, skills, and experience, is a competitive annual salary of $65-91K, plus a host of excellent benefits including:
- Extended health, vision, and dental coverage
- Reimbursement for fly-in/fly-out travel expenses of $1500 for individuals and $2000 for families (flights are covered for September and June)
- Vacation over the summer break, as well as 2 weeks vacation at Christmas and 1 week spring break vacation
- Provided individual or shared housing, depending on availability
- The opportunity to work within a friendly and inclusive community
- Work and live in a stunning natural landscape with wildlife, northern lights, and abundant natural wonders
- A vast array of community activities to get involved with including boating, canoeing, and our running club
- Social activities throughout the year that get the community socially connected with one another
For an extensive list of benefits, please click here.
If you share our values and have the skills necessary to bring success to the role, then we invite you to apply today!