ABOUT THE ROLE
The Student Success Coordinator is responsible for supporting the academic achievement, retention, and successful graduation of Fort McKay First Nation students in Grades 8–12 attending schools in Fort McMurray and the FMFN E-Learning program. This role serves as a key liaison and advocate between FMFN Education, students, families, and external school divisions. The Coordinator provides individualized academic, social-emotional, and cultural support to ensure students are set up for success and connected to appropriate resources and services.
The position plays a critical role in strengthening student transitions, monitoring progress, and ensuring timely interventions to support student success and well-being.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Student Support & Advocacy
- Provide one-on-one support to monitor student academic progress, attendance, and well-being
- Advocate for students within Fort McMurray schools to ensure appropriate supports and accommodations are in place
- Support students in navigating academic challenges, credit completion, and graduation pathways
- Facilitate access to tutoring, learning supports, and external services
- Act as primary point of contact for parents/guardians regarding student progress
Family Engagement
- Work closely with the Parent Liaison to support student engagement and family connection in community
- Build strong, supportive relationships with families to encourage engagement and shared accountability
- Conduct home visits and generate creative, measurable ways to support student engagement and attendance
- Provide regular communication on student progress, attendance, and available supports
School & Partner Collaboration
- Liaise with principals, teachers, Indigenous liaisons, counsellors, and support staff
- Attend IPP/IEP meetings and case conferences to advocate for students
- Coordinate supports between schools, FMFN Education, and external providers
Monitoring & Intervention
- Track student attendance, achievement, and engagement data
- Identify at-risk students and implement targeted intervention plans
- Support key transitions (Grade 7–8, 9–10, and post-secondary/employment pathways)
Program Coordination & Student Success Initiatives
- Support development and delivery of student success programming
- Coordinate and oversee tutoring supports
- Promote culturally responsive and inclusive programming aligned with FMFN values
Reporting & Accountability
- Maintain accurate student records and case notes
- Prepare reports on student progress, attendance, and outcomes
- Contribute to program evaluation and continuous improvement
KEY REQUIREMENTS
- Bachelor’s degree in Education, Social Work, or related field (preferred)
- 3–5 years’ experience working with youth in academic, school, or community settings
- Experience supporting Indigenous students strongly preferred
- Knowledge of First Nations communities, culture, and education systems is an asset
- Experience working with IPPs/IEPs and student support services
- Clean Criminal Record Check with vulnerable sector required
- Valid class 5 Driver’s License & Clean Driver’s Abstract required
- Successful candidate will be required to live in (or relocate to) Fort McMurray, Alberta
WHY APPLY?
At Fort McKay, we value the dedication of our employees, which is why we give so much in return. In addition to Competitive Pay, we also offer the following:
- An employer matched Pension Plan
- Comprehensive Health benefits package with Medical, Dental and Vision coverage
- Transportation to and from work
- On-site Fitness Centre because a healthy work-life balance is important to us
The opportunity to work with a community that is committed to preserving in traditional lands, culture and languages
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ABOUT FORT MCKAY
The Fort McKay First Nation (FMFN) is composed of over 800 band members, including those of Cree and Dene heritage, with approximately 400 members residing in the hamlet of Fort McKay — a community located approximately 65 km north of Fort McMurray. Fort McKay offers the best of both worlds: remote northern life for the nature lover and proximity to a large city of about 70,000 people with all the amenities you need.
ABOUT ELSIE FABIAN SCHOOL - Come Join the Team!
The Elsie Fabian School opened in September of 2022 and incorporates both the Dene and Cree language, culture, and Land-Based learning into daily programming. At Elsie Fabian School, our foundation is rooted in meaningful engagement—with students, families, community, and culture. We are guided by the principles of our sacred teachings: love, respect, responsibility, listening, nurturing, relationships, humility, and lifelong learning. We invite you to join our team and be part of the Fort McKay community—a Nation deeply committed to advancing quality education for First Nations learners through connection to the land and the revitalization of our languages and traditions.
HOW TO APPLY:
ONLINE: Job Board - Fort McKay First Nation
Closing Date: Open Until Filled
Please indicate Competition #032-2026
www.fortmckayeducation.ca
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Qualified candidates are invited to apply with a comprehensive resume detailing qualifications and experience as it relates to the position of interest. *Preference will be given to qualified applicants of Indigenous ancestry in any hiring decision, please declare your Indigenous status in your application.
