Deafblind Intervenor (School & Student Support A)

Vancouver School Board; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 47,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Municipal Pension Plan (MPP)

Vancouver Employee Savings Plan

Extended Health

Dental

Group Life

Long Term Disability

Vacation

Gratuity Days

Job summary

Vancouver School Board (VSB) is seeking an Education Assistant – Deafblind Intervenor to support students in Oppenheimer Elementary School. This 100% in-person role runs September to June, 6.5 hours per day, 5 days a week, with a $34.61/hour wage plus a 5% second language premium.

A comprehensive benefits package accompanies the position. Responsibilities include developing individualized programs, tracking student progress, liaising with community agencies, and supporting students in various

Qualifications

• Completion of Grade 12 and Education Assistant program or related field with 2+ months of experience or an equivalent combination of training and experience
• Post-secondary coursework and/or training as Deafblind Intervenor required
• Knowledge of working with students with disabilities and diverse abilities
• Knowledge of education/developmental psychology and behaviour management
• Ability to assist students in behaviour management, skill development, and integration processes
• Ability to provide personal care and/or nurse delegated duties and lift/position students
• Willingness to obtain Occupational First Aid (OFA) certificate and perform OFA if required

Responsibilities

• Under the direction of a senior team member, develop and implement individual programs for students who cannot function in a regular classroom
• Evaluate and maintain records of student progress and discuss changes with the team
• Communicate with community agencies as required
• Participate in field trips, sports, social, recreational and craft activities
• Support students in community-based programming such as work experience and travel training
• Provide support for students with social and emotional needs
• Supervise students and manage disciplinary issues as needed
• Prepare instructional aids and operate related equipment
• Provide school and student support as assigned
• Perform other work within the job band as assigned

Skills

Disability support

Behaviour management

Personal care assistance

Communication with families

Lifting and positioning students

Education

Grade 12 + Education Assistant program

Post-secondary Deafblind Intervenor training

OF A certificate or willing to obtain

Job description

THE VANCOUVER SCHOOL DISTRICT WELCOMES APPLICATIONS FOR:

EDUCATION ASSISTANT – DEAFBLIND INTERVENOR (SCHOOL & STUDENT SUPPORT A, SSA, EA)

Location : Oppenheimer Elementary School

This position is 100% in-person in VSB schools

Working Months : September to June each year

Hours : 6.5 hours/day, 5 days/week

Salary : $34.61/hour + 5% second language premium

This position comes with a comprehensive benefits package including Municipal Pension Plan (MPP), Vancouver Employee Savings Plan, Extended Health, Dental, Group Life, Long Term Disability, Vacation, & Gratuity Days

Only applicants who are fully qualified will be considered for this position

THE ORGANIZATION: VANCOUVER SCHOOL BOARD (SCHOOL DISTRICT 39)

With deep gratitude and respect, we are honoured to be learning and unlearning on the ancestral and unceded landsof the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm(Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Úxwumixw (Squamish) Nation, and səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) Nation.

At the VSB, we are proud to provide exceptional learning experiences for students. As a large, urban school district, the VSB is one of Canada’s most diverse school systems and equity and inclusivity are at the forefront of our approach to education.

Throughout the District, more than 7,700 staff work to create learning environments where every student thrives by prioritizing students’ needs, applying evidence-informed practices, and building relationships. The VSB’s culture reflects the diversity of our city. Students enrolled in VSB come from varied backgrounds and lived experiences and are encouraged to explore and share their unique selves and gifts. Our commitment to students goes beyond academics with students’ overall well-being and sense of belonging being equally important. As an organization, we strive to build a school system where every student can be their authentic self and succeed throughout their learning journey. In doing this work, we champion equity and accountability by making evidence-based decisions. As a learning organization, humility is our guidepost as we work to continually improve student outcomes in service to them, their families, and the broader community. For more information about our school district, visit https://www.vsb.bc.ca/.

THE OPPORTUNITY: DEAFBLIND INTERVENOR (SCHOOL & STUDENT SUPPORT A, SSA, EA)

In this position, you will:

• Under the direction of a senior member of the team, contribute to the development and implement individual programs and contracts for students who are unable to function in a regular classroom setting
• Evaluate and maintain records of student progress through communication log; discuss with team members any changes which may be made to an individual student's program
• Communicate and engage with community agencies as required
• Participate in a wide variety of field trips, sports, social, recreational and craft activities
• Support students in community-based programming such as work experience, travel training, and relevant community outings
• Provide support to students with respect to their social and emotional problems
• Supervise students, as required, and deal with disciplinary problems as they occur
• Prepare instructional aid materials; set up and operate instructional aid equipment
• Provide School & Student Support to assist the school as assigned
• Perform other work within the job band as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

• Completion of Grade 12 and successful completion of Education Assistant program or related field and over two (2) months of experience or an equivalent combination of training and experience
• Post‑secondary coursework and/or training as Deafblind Intervenor required
• Sound knowledge and related experience working with students with disabilities, diverse abilities, intellectual, behavioural and/or physical abilities
• Sound knowledge of education/developmental psychology and behaviour management
• Ability to effectively assist students in behaviour management, individual skill development, and the integration process
• Required to have ability to provide personal care and/or nurse delegated duties to meet students’ requirements and able to lift and position students of varying weights
• Must possess or be willing to obtain an Occupational First Aid (OFA) certificate and will be required to perform Occupational First Aid if assigned by the Supervisor. OFA attendants may, at the direction of Employee Services, be required to perform emergency coverage at other locations.

COMPENSATION

The salary for this position is $34.61/hour (+5% Second Language Premium), plus a comprehensive benefits package, including Municipal Pension Plan (MPP), Vancouver Employee Savings Plan, Extended Health, Dental, Group Life, Long Term Disability, Vacation, & Gratuity Days. Working months are September to June each year.