Autism Tutor

St.Amant; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A community support organization in Winnipeg is looking for a passionate Tutor to support children with autism spectrum disorder. The role involves working closely with families to teach meaningful life skills. Candidates are required to have at least a Grade 12 diploma and strong communication skills. This position offers excellent ongoing training and benefits, promoting an inclusive and diverse work environment.

Benefits

Excellent benefits package

Ongoing training in teaching strategies

Collaborative team meetings

Qualifications

• Must possess strong communication skills and work well in a team.
• Current First Aid and CPR certification is required.

Responsibilities

• Support children with autism in a community setting.
• Teach meaningful skills based on individualized goals.

Skills

Strong written and oral communication skills

Strong interpersonal skills

Teamwork commitment

Education

Minimum education of Grade 12 diploma or equivalent

Tools

First Aid and CPR certification

Job description

We are currently looking for a Winnipeg Tutor! Scheduled work shifts are Monday to Friday 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM.

About Us

St.Amant supports over 5,000 people in Manitoba with developmental disabilities, autism and acquired brain injury. We are a not-for-profit organization that offers a wide range of supports for adults, children and their families. Our over 2,000 staff follow a person-centred approach and adapt to the needs of each person and each family. St.Amant is guided by its core values of Collaboration, Hospitality, Excellence and Respect.

Position Summary

St.Amant is committed to fostering a culture of diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility where everyone is respected, valued, and empowered to bring their authentic selves – free from fear of discrimination – while celebrating the diverse identities and experiences that enrich our community. We stand firmly against individual and systemic discrimination and racism as per the Canadian Human Rights Act.

We are seeking fun, energetic, enthusiastic and passionate individuals to join our team in supporting children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) to learn, discover and explore! As a tutor, you will be an integral part of a team, working one-on-one with children and families, teaching meaningful skills in all life areas based on individualized goals. This opportunity, taking place in a community setting: childcare centre, family home or a St.Amant classroom location, encourages creativity and play, inspiring both yourself and the child you are supporting to find joy in learning.

Please watch this video: Autism Tutor Recruitment Video

Qualifications:

• Minimum education of Grade 12 diploma or equivalent
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Strong interpersonal skills and a commitment to work within a team
• Current First Aid and CPR certification

Assets:

• Post-secondary course work in behaviour modification/applied behaviour analysis (ABA)
• Previous experience as a tutor in a supervised applied behaviour analysis (ABA) program
• Previous experience working with children and/or adults with developmental disabilities or ASD
• Knowledge of the philosophies and practices in education, care and support services for individuals with disabilities

We Provide:

• Excellent, ongoing training in creative teaching strategies and behavioural principles
• Regularly scheduled team meetings for collaboration with supervisors and co-workers
• A significant career path in the field of ABA specializing in ASD
• The opportunity to make a difference in the lives of children and their families
• Excellent benefits package

The above information is intended to describe the general nature of this position and is not considered to be a complete statement of duties and responsibilities. Additional duties and responsibilities may be assigned provided they are consistent with the qualifications identified and fall within the parameters of this role.

As a condition of employment, successful candidates will be required to provide a satisfactory Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Screening, Adult Abuse Registry Check, Child Abuse Registry Check and Prior Contact Check.

As a Condition of Employment, new hires must complete a series of Occupational Health checks. This includes the requirement to confirm immunization or immunity of specific communicable diseases. Must be Covid-19 Vaccinated (2 doses and 14 days) - able to provide proof of immunization is required.

St.Amant supports equitable employment practices and promotes an inclusive workforce representative of the people we support including diverse abilities, backgrounds, cultures, and identities. Applicants can request reasonable accommodations in all aspects of the selection and hiring process.