Education Assistant Relief

Applytoeducation; Canada; On-site; CAD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Applytoeducation in Canada is seeking an Education Assistant to support teachers in delivering classroom programs and to work directly with students, providing supervision, guidance, and support in academic, social, and behavioral development. The role involves implementing individualized programs, assisting with class activities, and collaborating with staff to create an inclusive learning environment.

Preference given to applicants of Indigenous descent; strong communication and reliability

Qualifications

• Grade 12 diploma or equivalent required.
• Diploma/certification as Education Assistant or Native Classroom Assistant.
• Sensitivity to First Nations culture and traditions.
• Experience working with youth/children and facilitation skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Criminal background check is required.
• Ability to interact with parents, teachers, and specialists.
• Physical and emotional stamina to perform duties.

Responsibilities

• Assist teachers with subject areas and projects.
• Supervise and support students in life skills and daily activities.
• Assist small groups or individuals with assignments.
• Provide ongoing communication about programming to teachers.
• Maintain daily records of student activities.
• Support behavior management and supervise recess.
• Assist in preparing lesson materials and classroom displays.
• Help with administrative duties in the classroom.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Experience with youth/children

Facilitation/leading youth

Criminal Reference Check

Education

Grade 12 Graduate

Education Assistant Diploma

Native Classroom Assistant Diploma/Certification

Job description

Overview

An Education Assistant (EA) position involves supporting teachers in the delivery of classroom programs for students. EAs work directly with students, providing supervision, guidance, and support in academic, social, and behavioral development. They assist with the implementation of individualized programs and daily classroom activities. EAs collaborate with teachers to create a positive and inclusive learning environment. Preference will be given to applicants who are of Indigenous descent.

Key Responsibilities Include

• Assist teachers with subject areas and projects
• Assist with the supervision and training of students in the development of life skills and performance of daily activities
• Assist small groups of students or individuals with the interpretation and completion of assignments
• Provide ongoing and regular communication about the any assigned programming to the teacher
• As directed by teacher/principal, keep a daily record/journal of student activities
• Assist small groups of students with review/drills
• Assist small groups of students with speech and language as directed by SERT or Speech Language Pathologist
• Assist staff in the development of appropriate behavior
• Supervise students at recess and in the absence of teachers as directed
• Assist in supervising extra-curricular activities either within or outside school building
• Assist in preparing and arranging lesson materials, displays and any other classroom requirements
• Assist with administration duties related to a particular classroom (eg. Copying, collating, filing, laminating, typing, etc.)
• Assist with collecting, recording and accounting for monies from student projects, etc.
• Assist in implementing behavioral management strategies
• Lead groups of students as directed
• Any other duties as assigned by Principal

Qualifications

• Grade 12 Graduate
• Education Assistant or Native Classroom Assistant Diploma/Certification
• Sensitivity to First Nations culture, lifestyle and tradition
• Must have experience working with youth/children/proficiency in facilitation/leading youth
• Excellent communication skills
• Criminal Reference Check
• Ability to interact with parents, teachers, administrators and special needs professionals
• Be physically and emotionally capable of performing all duties
• Knowledge of Aboriginal culture and ability to speak Ojibway an asset

Accessibility

BFN is committed to an inclusive, barrier-free process under the Ontario Human Rights Code and AODA. Accommodations are available on request.

AI Use

AI will not be used to make hiring decisions. In rare cases, it may assist with organizing application data.