Education Assistant – Deaf or Hard of Hearing Support - ASL Required

School District #39 (Vancouver); Vancouver; Sur place; CAD 42 000 - 48 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Municipal Pension Plan

Extended Health

Dental

Group Life

Long Term Disability

Résumé du poste

The Vancouver School Board invites applications for an Education Assistant - Deaf or Hard of Hearing Support (ASL required) located at Gordon Elementary (0.60 FTE) and Sir John Franklin Elementary (0.40 FTE). The role is 100% in-person within VSB schools, from September to June, 6.5 hours per day, five days a week, with a salary of $32.62 per hour plus a 5% second language premium.

Other benefits include Municipal Pension Plan, Vancouver Employee Savings Plan, Extended Health, Dental, Group

Qualifications

• Completion of Grade 12.
• Education assistant program or related field with related experience.
• Fluency in basic ASL is required.
• Must possess or be willing to obtain an Occupational First Aid (OFA) certificate.

Responsabilités

• Provide school and student support to assist the schools as assigned.
• Under supervision, develop and implement individual programs for students who cannot function in a regular classroom setting.
• Evaluate and maintain records of student progress and discuss changes with the team.
• Engage with community agencies as required.
• Participate in field trips, sports, social, recreational and craft activities.
• Support community-based programming such as work experience and travel training.
• Assist with social and emotional needs of students.
• Supervise students as required and handle disciplinary needs.
• Prepare instructional aid materials and operate instructional aid equipment.

Connaissances

ASL

Communication

Formation

Grade 12

Education assistant program

Description du poste

THE VANCOUVER SCHOOL DISTRICT WELCOMES APPLICATIONS FOR:

EDUCATION ASSISTANT - DEAF OR HARD OF HEARING SUPPORT - ASL REQUIRED (SCHOOL & STUDENT SUPPORT A, SSA, EA)

Location : Gordon Elementary (0.60 FTE) and Sir John Franklin Elementary (0.40 FTE)
(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 : $32.62/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

With deep gratitude and respect, we are honoured to be learning and unlearning on the ancestral and unceded lands of the xmkym (Musqueam), Swxwú7mesh Úxwumixw (Squamish Nation) & slilwta (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 Canadas 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 VSBs 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: EDUCATION ASSISTANT - DEAF OR HARD OF HEARING SUPPORT - ASL REQUIRED (School & Student Support A, SSA, EA)

For information about the role of an EA (SSA) within the VSB see the following videos provided by Langara College: Role of an On-Call SSA, Role of an EA in a Secondary School, Secondary Life Skills

In this position, you will:

• Provide school & student support to assist the schools as assigned
• Under the direction of a senior member of the team, contribute to the development and implementation of 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 needs
• Supervise students, as required, and deal with disciplinary needs as they occur
• Prepare instructional aid materials; set up and operate instructional aid equipment
• Perform other work within the job band as assigned

Itinerant Assignment:

A School & Student Support worker is hired to work throughout the Vancouver School District and not for a particular school or a restricted set of duties. Although in posted vacancies specific reference may be made to a school and to the duties associated with that assignment, Employee Services may transfer staff within the system in certain circumstances as deemed appropriate.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Completion of Grade 12
• Completion of education assistant program or related field and over two (2) months of experience or an equivalent combination of training and experience
• Sound knowledge and related experience working with students with disabilities, diverse abilities, intellectual, behaviour and/or physical abilities
• Sound knowledge of educational/developmental psychology and behaviour management
• Ability to effectively assist students in behaviour management, individual skill development and the integration process
• Ability to provide personal care and/or nurse delegated duties to meet students’ requirements
• Ability to lift and position students of varying weights required.
• Fluency in basic ASL required
• 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 is $32.62 per 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.

Additional Information for Applicants:

As a public body, the personal information provided in this application is collected and used by the Vancouver School Board (VSB) in accordance with section 26(c) of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (FIPPA), RSBC 1996, c.165, as amended. This information will be used by VSB staff for the purpose of evaluating your qualifications, experience, and suitability for this position. It may also be used to verify the information provided, conduct reference checks, and/or contact you about next steps in the job competition. Pursuant to section 30 of FIPPA, the VSB takes reasonable security measures to protect the personal information within its custody and control, including what has been provided in this application. Should you have any questions about the collection and use of your personal information, please email [e-mail].