Description
Temporary Part- Time (0.5 FTE) Educational Assistant
W.A. Day Elementary School
W.A Day Elementary School located in Fort Macleod, Alberta is seeking to employ the very best school based staff in Alberta! We believe in a team approach to learning that creates a safe and caring, student centered environment where everyone is encouraged to achieve to their highest capabilities. If you believe in contributing to a supportive caring learning environment for students we are looking for you to join our team.
W.A. Day Elementary School requires a Part -Time Educational Assistant (17.5 hours per week) to provide child support at the Preschool and in the Kindergarten class. The successful candidate will provide assistance for children in an inclusive program to help meet the goals of the children's learning plan.
Desired qualifications include the following:
Experience working with students in one-on-one, small group and inclusive classroom settings Demonstrated ability to build relationships with students and staff
Experience and training in working with children with diverse learning needs
Experience working with children with diverse physical needs and challenging behaviours
Experience in working collaboratively with a Learning Support Team
NVCI and/or SIVA training would be an asset.
Educational Assistant certification and/or Health Care Aide certification or equivalent
Knowledge of American Sign Language and/or Assistive Technology is an asset
Start date will be determined by when a suitable applicant is found. Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.
W.A. Day Elementary School is a preschool to grade five school with approximately 350 students. For further information, please contact Mr. Nick Beer, Principal at 403-553-3362. Apply online at http://www.lrsd.ca/Careers/jobs. This competition will remain open until a suitable candidate is found.
We thank all applicants for their interest in this position , however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted .
By virtue of the submission of an application, the applicant agrees that the principal or designate can contact previous employers for the purpose of conducting confidential reference checks whether or not the applicant has listed a reference for that employer.
Mr. Richard Feller, Deputy Superintendent
Livingstone Range School Division
P.O. Box 1810
Fort Macleod, AB T0L 0Z0
www.lrsd.ca
