Description
POSITION TYPE PERMANENT, FULL-TIME (Mon – Fri, 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.)
JOB SUMMARY
An Educational Assistant is responsible to support students’ physical, social, academic, and behavioural well-being; to introduce and reinforce and model life skills and positive behaviour; to assist in delivering instructional programming; to implement strategies for student growth and development; and to provide care and supervision of students in various environments.
SUMMARY OF JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Support development of skills and growth, fostering independence under the direction and instruction of the early years teacher/principal for individual students.
- Implement student specific plans and articulate student programming.
- Adhere to all relevant policies and procedures.
- Perform a variety of record-keeping procedures as required.
- Supervise and assist students during instructional and non-instructional time.
- Preparation and organization of materials and equipment, for student specific plans and articulated student programming, as directed.
- Perform other related duties as assigned
QUALITIES AND QUALIFICATIONS
- Complete Grade 12 education and/or demonstrated ability in subject areas.
- Good written and oral communication skills are needed.
- An understanding of addictions and the effect on children.
- Knowledge and understanding of Indigenous history, culture, practices, customs, and beliefs.
- Able to work with minimal supervision and exercise mature judgment.
- Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
- Must be self-motivated and well organized.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:
- Satisfactory Criminal Record Check with vulnerable sector check and child abuse registry check (no older than three months)
- A valid driver’s license with a reliable vehicle and a satisfactory drivers abstract.
- Must be legally entitled to work in Canada.
- Mental Health First Aid Certificate is considered an asset.
- Valid First Aid / CPR Certification an asset
- Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment.
- Must demonstrate a strong work ethic and be reliable.
- Maintain strict confidentiality guidelines regarding all clients, conversations, and referrals.
Please send a cover letter and a resume to employerrep@abcentre.org.
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