EDUCATION ASSISTANT - 12 MONTH TERM FULL-TIME

Kootenay Rockies Tourism Association; Cranbrook; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a vibrant community as an Education Assistant, supporting student learning at ʔaq̓amnik̓ School. You'll work closely with students and staff to foster a safe and inclusive learning environment, contributing to a positive school culture and helping students achieve their learning goals. Your role will involve collaboration with families and agencies, ensuring students receive the support they need during school transitions and in afterschool programs.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting an Indigenous community is an asset.
• Valid BC driver's license required.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with school team and agencies to meet objectives.
• Assist students during transitions and ensure safety.
• Plan afterschool and summer programs.

Skills

Collaboration

Relationship-building

Education

Education Assistant Certification

Human Services education

Post-secondary education in social services

Job description

Full Job Description

ʔaq̓am is located in the beautiful, sunny centre of Ktunaxa Traditional Territory in the southeast corner of British Columbia. If you love the outdoors, the mountains, fresh air, and the sun, this is the place for you. We are here to work towards achieving ʔaq̓am’s Vision: “A vibrant, healthy community, speaking our language, governing effectively, and maximizing our lands and resources for the benefit of future generations and all living things, in a manner consistent with qanikitȼi (our values and principles).”

Be a part of an excellent team, perform meaningful work that will realize long-term benefits, share in worthwhile accomplishments, celebrate successes, join in camaraderie, build strong relationships, and enjoy lifelong learning!

Position Summary

As the Education Assistant, this position is responsible for supporting student learning at ʔaq̓amnik̓ School by assisting with the facilitation of learning activities and ensuring a safe environment for the students. Relationship-building with students, colleagues, and the community is prioritized. This position works primarily one-to-one to provide support to a child within the school. It works closely with the Student Services Teacher to create and review individual learning plans that include successful and inclusive support strategies.

Key Responsibilities

1. Collaborate effectively with the school team and partnering agencies to meet annual work plan objectives and contribute to a positive school culture.
2. Collaborate with family members, teaching staff, and outside agencies to help students reach learning goals.
3. Assist students during transitions at the beginning/end of the day, between classes, and during breaks (helping with shoes, jackets, etc.) and ensure students get on the bus.
4. Plan and share the implementation of afterschool and summer programs.

The successful candidate holds an Education Assistant Certification and/or has completed Human Services education or training, or post-secondary education in a relevant field such as social services or recreation, or an acceptable combination of relevant education and experience. Previous experience supporting an Indigenous community would be an asset. A valid BC driver’s license, along with a clear Vulnerable Sector Check and Criminal Record Check, are required.

To see the full job description of this position, please visit our website: www.aqam.net under Employment Opportunities.