Casual Education Assistant

St. Clement's School; New Westminster; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An established educational institution is seeking a dedicated Casual/On-call Education Assistant to provide essential support to students in various classrooms. This role involves direct supervision, personal care assistance, and preparation of educational materials tailored for diverse learning needs. The ideal candidate will possess strong interpersonal and communication skills, along with relevant training in crisis intervention and special education. This position offers flexible hours and the potential for regular employment, making it an excellent opportunity for those passionate about making a difference in students' lives.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 graduation and Education Assistant certificate required.
• Experience with special needs children and behaviour management preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct educational support and supervision to students.
• Prepare adapted educational materials and assist with personal care.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Behaviour Management

Adaptive Skills

Education

Grade 12 Graduation

Education Assistant Certificate

Non-Violent Crisis Intervention Training

Job description

New Westminster Schools Job Opportunity

Casual/On-call Education Assistant

Job Function:

• Reports to the school principal or designate
• Provides direct educational support to students in various classrooms
• Supports students through direct supervision in a variety of settings
• Assists students with adaptive skills
• Actively involved with students in a variety of settings
• Prepares adapted and modified educational materials
• Expected to provide personal care assistance including but not limited to lifting, feeding, toileting, etc.
• Works with students who have a delegated care plan through Nursing Support Services
• Other related duties as required

Qualifications:

• Grade 12 graduation
• Education Assistant certificate or diploma from a recognized college, 2 year diploma preferred
• Non-Violent Crisis Intervention Training
• Special education/child care related experience
• Must acquire specific skills related to a special needs child
• Training and extensive behaviour management experience working with children with autism preferred
• Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with staff, students and the community
• Good interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to understand and effectively carry out oral and written instructions

Hours of Work & Salary:

• Casual/on-call shifts range from 4 to 6 hours per day, Monday - Friday, while school is in session
• Short-term assignments may also be available
• Casual employment may lead to a regular position in the district
• Education Assistant pay rate is $34.54/hour (plus $0.15 per hour Labour Market Adjustment)

Application process:

To apply for this position, click on the APPLY ONLINE button on this page. Please include your resume, including copies of relevant certificates or diplomas and references.

Note: Faxed resumes will not be accepted. Successful applicants will be required to consent to a Criminal Records Search prior to employment. New Westminster Schools values the time you have taken to submit your application; however, only those applicants selected to move forward will be contacted. To all others, thank you for your interest.