Education Assistant

Northwest Employment Works; Fort Frances; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic and supportive environment is seeking a Special Education Assistant to assist the Couchiching First Nation children. The role requires collaboration with teachers to provide tailored educational support to students with diverse needs. Candidates should enjoy working with children, have a diploma in education, and possess strong communication skills.

Benefits

Accommodation available for candidates with disabilities

Qualifications

• College diploma in Education plus one-year experience or Secondary school diploma and two years’ experience.
• Ability to work with children and a team-oriented approach.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist students with special educational needs.
• Support classroom management and student performance.
• Set up classroom materials and supervise activities.

Skills

Effective communication

Adaptability

Teamwork

Flexibility

Education

College diploma in Education

Secondary school diploma

Job description

Education Assistant

Job Category:Couchiching First Nation
Job Type:Full Time
Job Location:Fort Frances

Reporting directly to the Education Manager and under the general supervision of the Teachers, Principal and Special Education Resource Teachers, the Special Education Assistant is responsible to assist with the delivery of the programs of the Couchiching First Nation children as determined by the Teachers and Principal. The role of the Special Education Assistant will be influenced by the needs of the students. Training required to perform the duties of the position will be provided by the immediate supervisor (s) or other qualified personnel.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assist students with special educational needs.
• Also, assisting in classroom management and students’ performance.
• Assist students with schoolwork such as assignments.
• Set up classroom materials or equipment.
• Supervise school or student activities.
• Provide universal supports for learning in collaboration with both the teacher and principal.
• All other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• College diploma in Education plus one-year experience or Secondary school diploma and two years’ experience.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Adaptable to students needs.
• Must be able to function as a team member.
• Flexibility to meet the varied needs of the students.
• Must enjoy working with children.

Conditions of Employment:

• Successful completion of a Criminal Record Check of the Vulnerable Sector Type
• Acknowledgement as well as agreement to all CFN Policies, Procedures and Guidelines upon hire.

How to Apply:
Applicants should include their resume, cover letter and 3 references. References must include three employment-related references as well as written permission to contact those references. You can submit your application toCouchiching First NationHuman Resources [e-mail]

We appreciate all applicants; however, we will contact only those selected for an interview.
Also, we will return all late applications unopened.
Additionally, we will return all incomplete applications to the applicant.
CFN welcomes applicants from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request.
For candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

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