Description
The Ntamtqen snma?maya?tn School offers elementary grades (full time kindergarten to grade seven), with a vision of combining tradition with the tactics of modern education in order to provide our children with an encompassing future. We believe the union of Aboriginal tradition and academic excellence can live in one house in harmony for the betterment of all.
The Education Assistant is responsible for providing assistance to the teacher and the students in the development of strategies to achieve academic, behavioural, and social goals on an as and when required basis. Support services will be provided for pupils with special needs who may require direct physical assistance.
This position offers a competitive salary, superior extended health benefits, and a registered pension plan.
Qualified applicants are invited to email their resume and cover letter (including salary expectations) to Lori Fitzgerald at hrg@lsib.net.
Preference will be given to persons of Aboriginal ancestry.
For further information about the Lower Similkameen Indian Band and this position please visit www.lsib.net
Education and Experience
Completion of grade 12 or GED;
Education Assistant Certification;
Recent related experience in working with school age children in a classroom setting;
Experience teaching in multi-graded classrooms an asset;
Level 1 FoodSafe certificate;
Clean criminal record check required;
Valid standard first aid and CPR certificate;
Valid BC Class 5 driver’s license with clean drivers abstract.
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Thank you for your interest in this position, only those short listed will be contacted.
