Certified Education Assistants On-Call

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

Job summary

An established educational institution is looking for Certified Education Assistants to join their team. This role involves providing essential support to students with special needs in a structured program. Candidates should possess a Grade twelve education and have completed the Certified Education Assistant Course or have equivalent experience. The position requires a compassionate approach, with the ability to be both firm and gentle while working with students. If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and have the required qualifications, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Grade twelve plus Certified Education Assistant Course or equivalent experience.
• Four months’ recent experience working with children in a structured setting.

Responsibilities

• Provide support to students with special needs in a school setting.
• Work effectively with school personnel and support services.

Skills

Working with special needs students

Ability to be firm and gentle

Effective communication with personnel

Education

Grade twelve

Certified Education Assistant Course

Job description

School District No. 83 is currently seeking:

Certified Education Assistants

School District No. 83 (North Okanagan-Shuswap) requires Certified Education Assistants to work On-Call in All Areas.

This is a Union Position; rate of pay is $28.29 per hour.

Qualifications Required:

• Grade twelve plus the Certified Education Assistant Course or equivalent recent experience (working with special needs students with partial physical and/or mental handicaps or learning disabilities).
• Four months’ recent successful experience working with children in a structured program or school setting.
• Demonstrated ability to be firm and gentle in dealing with individual students.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with all school and support services personnel involved in program delivery, often with minimal supervision.

Interested individuals are invited to submit their resume and supporting documentation (Proof of qualifications must accompany application), including three professional references.

We appreciate the interest of all applicants, but only those selected for interviews will be contacted.

We thank all those who apply; however, only those who are selected for an interview will be contacted.

S.D. 83 - AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER