Description
Splatsin offers a welcoming team environment and a rewarding job experience as you join us providing services to the students of the school. We offer a small student to teacher ratio allowing you to support children individually and in small groups. To be a teaching assistant you will need to be organized, patient, and firm when necessary.
PLEASE SEE COMPLETE JOB DESCRIPTION BELOW
Hours of work : 35 hours per week
Start Date: September 6, 2022
Term: Ending June 30, 2023
Deadline for Applications: Open until filled
Please send resume, cover letter and references in any one of three ways:
Email: hr_jobs@splatsin.ca
Fax: (250)838-2131
Mail: P.O. Box 460 Enderby, BC V0E 1V0
A Criminal Record Check required.
ONLY THE APPLICANTS WHO ARE SELECTED FOR AN INTERVIEW WILL BE CONTACTED
PURPOSE AND KEY FOCUS
The purpose of the Certified Education Assistant is to be responsible for students, with a focus on students with high needs. The Certified Education Assistant will provide a solid and safe foundation which fosters the student’s physical, intellectual, emotional, social and cultural development.
JOB SUMMARY
The Certified Education Assistant supports the classroom teacher in activities inside and outside the classroom. This position supports students in their educational programs and in an inclusive learning environment. He/she may need to support children to stay on task and/or complete work despite a wide range of learning, physical or behavioural difficulties.
This term position ends on or before June 30, 2023.
REPORTING STRUCTURE
Reports to the Head Teacher
JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Assist teachers with organization of material and lesson preparation
Assist teachers with small group instruction under the direction of the classroom teacher
Provide one to one support for students in literacy and math
Assist teachers in identifying ways to help and support student learning outcomes
Follow and provide input into Individual Education Plans and SMART Goals while continually assessing student progress and recommending adjustments to ensure IEP goal are met
Assist in managing classroom expectations through positive reinforcement
Be a positive role model for behaviour; practice respectful student/adult interactions
Supervise outside play at recess and lunch, while on fieldtrips, and assist in other supervision duties as required
Manage incidents involving students to ensure children have a safe and secure environment
Clear schoolyard of debris to ensure student safety
Secure gates to the schoolyard
Develop and maintain a good working relationship with parents
Perform other duties as required
ADMINISTRATIVE DUTIES
Monitor, record and report student success according to Individual Education Plans and SMART goals
Attend staff meetings and professional development day training
Communicate to educators any pertinent information regarding children, parents, staff, program etc. including incident and first aid reporting
Communicate with the Director/Head Teacher regarding assigned students
Keep informed of current trends in the treatment of children with special needs
Type, file, and duplicate materials
Participate in community events as requested
Performs all duties and responsibilities in accordance with Splatsin policies and procedures
QUALIFICATIONS
Education
Grade 12 diploma
Certified Education Assistant preferred, ECE will be considered
Current First Aid/CPR certificate or willing to obtain
Experience
Two years of experience as an Education Assistant is preferred
Experience working with elementary aged students
Experience working with First Nations communities
Competencies (KSAs & Desired Attributes)
Ability to work within a team and independently
Ability to listen and demonstrate empathy
Experience working with confidential information
Effective verbal and written communication
Ability to work as a part of the instructional team
Possess cultural awareness and sensitivity
Punctual
Ability to exercise tact and diplomacy
Honest, trustworthy and respectful
Energetic and enthusiastic
Computers use, specifically MS Word and MS Excel is an asset
WORKING CONDITIONS
Physical Demands
The Certified Education Assistant will have to spend long hours standing and/or sitting while helping students. The Teacher may also have to do some lifting of supplies and materials from time to time.
Environmental Conditions
The Certified Education Assistant may have to manage a number of students at one time, and may be interrupted frequently to meet the needs of individual students. The Certified Education Assistant may find the environment to be busy and noisy and will need excellent stress and time management skills. There will be some exposure to varying weather conditions as outside supervision is required. There is some potential to encounter local dogs on the grounds.
Sensory Demands
Sensory demands include use of the computer, learning aids, and speaking much of the time. The school may be noisy and busy making it difficult for the Certified Education Assistant to concentrate.
Mental Demands
The Certified Education Assistant deals with a variety of student behaviours and needs; maintaining a calm, respectful yet firm demeanor while maintaining compassion will require cognitive effort.
DIRECT REPORTS
None
CLASSIFICATION/PAY SCALE
Commensurate with experience
Pursuant to section 16 of the Canadian Human Rights Act, preference may be given to applicants of aboriginal ancestry.
