Annapolis Valley Regional Centre for Education
Horton High School
Term Student Outreach Worker - 5.50 hours (2 Positions)
Term ending June 30, 2025
Closing date for applications November 6, 2024 at midnight
REQUIREMENTS AND GENERAL DUTIES FOR ALL SCHOOL OUTREACH WORKER POSITION
School Outreach Worker will require either a Human Services Diploma or equivalent secondary training and experience in a related Discipline. The position also requires current CPR and First Aid training and NVCI; previous experience working with identified students; ability to work as a team member; establish a rapport and communicate effectively with students and staff; exercise good judgment; remain calm when handling difficult situations; maintain confidentiality and accurate anecdotal records and be willing to undertake new learning experiences.
Under the direction of the Principal, the School Outreach Worker would provide direct support to students. The School Outreach Worker would work collaboratively with other school staff to support students by providing support to increase personal growth opportunities and experience success in a variety of areas. The School Outreach Worker will participate in all school-based activities.
All duties will include the following:
Applications will be considered:
First, in accordance with the Nova Scotia Government and General Employees Union (NSGEU) Local 73 Bargaining Unit.
Second, to applicants who self-identify and are members of the identified peoples in accordance with AVRCE's Employment Equity.
Third, if there are no successful candidates from the Employment Equity applicant pool, then other external candidates will be considered for this position.
We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
The Annapolis Valley Regional Centre for Education (AVRCE) includes 40 schools and two adult high schools, serving approximately 12,900 students.
Quick Facts:
- 40 elementary, middle & high schools
- 2 adult high schools
- 12,905 students
- 183 International students
- 3970 employees
- Annapolis County & Kings County, Nova Scotia
Geographic Area: AVRCE serves a diverse area in the Annapolis Valley, covering communities from Digby to Windsor, Nova Scotia. This includes 6 towns, 3 municipal regions, 3 Mi’kmaq communities and 10 historic African Nova Scotian communities contributing to a diverse population.
Schools and Programs: AVRCE oversees a wide range of elementary, middle, and high schools, as well as specialized programs and services to support student learning and development. Among these are French Immersion, International Baccalaureate (IB), and diverse vocational training opportunities.
Student Support Services: AVRCE is dedicated to supporting students by offering a range of support services including counselling, mental health resources, special education, and programs focused on improving literacy and numeracy.
Community Engagement: Encouraging parental and community participation in school activities and decision-making processes is very important at Annapolis Valley. This helps guarantee that our schools reflect the needs and values of the communities they serve.
Focus on Inclusive Education: at AVRCE, all students are valued. We make a conscious effort to create inclusive learning environments that accommodate the diverse needs of all students, including those with disabilities and those from different linguistic and cultural backgrounds.