Education Assistant

Lilwat Nation; Mount Currie; On-site; CAD 47,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Lil'wat Nation Education Assistant position within the Community School supports daily class activities, supervises students during morning, recess, lunch, and assists with reading and math programs. The role reports to the School Admin Team and strives to uphold classroom routines.

Applicants should have Grade 12 or equivalent; ECE or related certificates are assets. Minimum 2+ years with children, familiarity with behavior supports and development is preferred.

Qualifications

• Must have Grade 12, ECE or other related certificates, diploma an asset.
• 2+ years of experience working with kids.
• Some knowledge of child development is preferred.
• A clear criminal record check, including the vulnerable sector, is required.

Responsibilities

• Follow daily class schedule and supervise morning, recess, and lunch.
• Assist with math and reading programs and other classroom duties.
• Provide student assistance under the Elementary Vice Principal guidance.
• Work with other professionals to support student success.
• Maintain a daily journal and follow the student improvement plan as directed.

Skills

2+ years experience with kids

Good communication

Team collaboration

Education

Grade 12

ECE or related certificates

Diploma (asset)

Job description

Title: Education Assistant

Department: Community School

Status: Regular Full Time

Pay Grid: Salary Range 2 ($47,120.00 to $61,845.00 per year)

Reporting to: School Admin Team

Summary of Duties:

The Education Assistant will follow the daily schedule of the class they are assisting. Responsibilities will include, but not limited to morning, recess, lunch supervision; math and reading programs; and other classroom duties.

Key Deliverables and Expectations:

• To provide student assistance in and out of class under the direction of the Elementary Vice Principal.
• Working with other professionals.
• Ensuring a reporting format is established and maintained.
• Keep a daily journal.
• Ability to follow instruction as outlined in student improvement plan.
• Perform other related duties as requested.

Experience and Attributes:

• Must have Grade 12, ECE or other related certificates, diploma an asset.
• 2+ years of experience working with kids.
• Experience working with special needs children/youth an asset.
• Some knowledge of child development.
• Some understanding of behaviour problems would be an asset.
• B.C. Standard First Aid Certificate for working with young children (recommended but not mandatory).
• Able to foster professional relationships between teacher and parents to support students’ best interest and to work.
• Knowledge of Lil’wat culture an asset.
• Must be able to provide a clear criminal record check, including the vulnerable sector.