Education Assistant (Casual)

School District 68; Nanaimo; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Eine dynamische und engagierte Bildungseinrichtung sucht nach leidenschaftlichen Bildungsassistenten, die bereit sind, die Lernbedürfnisse der Schüler in einer unterstützenden Umgebung zu fördern. Diese Rolle erfordert hervorragende Kommunikationsfähigkeiten und die Fähigkeit, sich an die unterschiedlichen Bedürfnisse der Lernenden anzupassen. Als Teil eines engagierten Teams werden Sie die Möglichkeit haben, einen positiven Einfluss auf das Leben der Schüler zu nehmen, während Sie gleichzeitig an Ihrer eigenen beruflichen Entwicklung arbeiten. Wenn Sie an einer sinnvollen Karriere interessiert sind, die das Lernen und die Entwicklung von Schülern unterstützt, freuen wir uns auf Ihre Bewerbung.

Qualifications

• Abschluss der High School oder gleichwertig.
• Erfolgreiche Absolvierung eines anerkannten Programms für Sonderpädagogische Assistenz.

Responsibilities

• Unterstützung bei der Umsetzung von Lehrprogrammen für Schüler.
• Dokumentation von Lernfortschritten und Verhaltensmustern.

Skills

Kommunikationsfähigkeiten

Verhaltensmanagement

Aufzeichnung von Schülerleistungen

Anpassung von Lehrmaterialien

Vertraulichkeit

Education

High School Abschluss

Post Secondary Special Education Assistant Programm

Tools

Spezialisierte Lehrtechnologie

Computer

Job description

Education Assistant (Casual)

We are looking for dedicated Educational Assistants to join our team and play a crucial role in supporting the educational success and well-being of our students. In this position, you will work closely with both students and staff to provide individualized assistance, ensuring that each student’s learning needs are met in a supportive and inclusive environment.

This role requires a strong commitment to student success, excellent communication skills, and the ability to adapt to the diverse needs of learners. The ideal candidate will be proactive in their support, collaborative with colleagues, and eager to engage in ongoing professional development to continuously improve their skills. If you are passionate about creating an inclusive educational experience and making a positive impact on students’ lives, we encourage you to apply.

Assignments include : On Call, Monday thru Friday, and temporary long term assignments, leading to regular assignments.

Wage : $31.12 per hour, plus 10.8% pay in lieu of vacation and statutory holidays.

As an Education Assistant you will:

• Assist in implementation of instructional programs for designated students by monitoring, observing, recording and reporting on behavioural, learning and personal patterns.
• Assist students, individually and in small groups, with learning activities and/or independent study projects.
• Assist with supervision of individual or small groups of students, during the temporary absence of teacher.
• Support learning and skill development activities in worksite and community-based settings.
• Assist professional staff to adapt/modify curriculum and resource material and adapts strategies to accommodate individual learner needs/styles.
• Observe and documents learner strengths, achievements and needs through daily learning activities. Assist in the collection of data and maintaining student records for the purpose of evaluating student progress. Provides information to teacher for home/school formal/informal communications.
• Provide behaviour support and, when necessary, applies physical restraint following the District’s policies and procedures.
• Carry out personal and health care plan as directed.
  • supports occupational and physical therapists, including feeding, dressing and undressing, toileting, cleaning or washing child or clothing and lifting into and out of wheelchairs, buses and cars.
  • Supports speech-language pathologists, vision and hearing impaired specialists and nurses in the delivery of required services.
  • follows established protocol regarding administration of medicine and/or medical procedures.
  • assists with the physical safety of students and assists them with crutches or equipment, at and in the swimming pool and during exercise or play activities.
  • operates, services, adjusts, and sanitizes specialized personal and medical care equipment.
    
• Prepare classroom and plans activities by gathering resources, including organizing and participating in field trips.
• Operate or assists students in the operation of personal computers and other specialized instructional equipment/technology.
  
• Communicate with students using sign language, Braille or other specialized skills as required.
• Participate in meetings, planning and liaison with parents, District staff and health professionals, as directed.
• May, on occasion, be required to perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications Include

• High school graduation or the equivalent.
• Successful completion of a recognized Post Secondary Special Education Assistant program, or a Degree/Diploma in a related field, including two 105 hour practicums, or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
  
• Excellent leadership, interpersonal and communication skills.
• Demonstrated skills in basic behaviour management.
• Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain respect for and from students.
• Ability to keep accurate records.
• Knowledge of sign language and/or Braille.
• Physical capability to perform the job duties.
• Ability to maintain the confidentiality of sensitive information seen or heard.

How to Apply

Please apply by clicking on the “APPLY” button next to the job details.

Application packages for this position must include the following

• A detailed personal resume and professional profile which clearly demonstrates related qualifications
• Name and contact information including email, of two professional references who are familiar with your professional performance.

Nanaimo Ladysmith Public Schools wishes to thank all those interested in the position, however only those shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

If you have questions or require assistance with this application process, please contact the Customer Care department at MakeAFuture at 1 866 806 6851 or [e-mail]