Education Assistants - Temporary (On Call)

British Columbia Public School Employers' Association | Make a Future - Careers in BC Education; Nakusp; On-site; CAD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

School District 10 (Arrow Lakes) is seeking temporary education assistants to support classrooms under supervision of teachers. This temporary/relief role may lead to regular opportunities and involves instructional support, student development, and data collection.

Qualifications include Grade 12 plus Education Assistant credentials or related post-secondary coursework, four months of recent K-12 experience, and strong interpersonal and digital literacy skills.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 plus Education Assistant certificate/diploma or related post-secondary coursework; or BC certified teacher.
• At least four months recent experience with K-12 children in structured programs or school settings.
• Course work related to diversity, behavioral intervention, literacy, etc.
• Ability to perform personal and specialized care procedures.
• Proven ability to work with students and school personnel.
• Capable of working independently and in a team.
• Strong problem-solving and organizational skills.
• Solid digital literacy to integrate technology into learning.

Responsibilities

• Provide classroom support in collaboration with teachers and school staff.
• Assist students with academic, social, emotional, and behavioural development.
• Monitor student progress and collect objective data as required.
• Implement personal care programs as needed.
• Utilize technology to support learning.
• Attend meetings and accompany students on field trips when asked.
• Maintain confidentiality and follow district policies and safety regulations.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Digital literacy

Problem-solving

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

IEP adaptations

Physical ability

Education

Grade 12 plus Education Assistant certificate/diploma

Post-secondary courses in education/diverse learning needs

BC certified teacher

Job description

Temporary/Relief Education Assistants

School District 10 (Arrow Lakes) is seeking temporary education assistants available to work on a temporary or relief basis. Temporary employment may lead to regular employment opportunities. Under the supervision of the principal or designate, and the guidance of teachers, the Education Assistant provides classroom support for students.

ILLUSTRATIVE EXAMPLES OF JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide classroom support in collaboration with teachers, the principal/ vice-principal, and the school-based team.
• Assist students in the development of effective academic and social, emotional, and behavioural strategies.
• Monitor student progress through the collection of objective data as requested.
• Implement personal care programs for students as required.
• Utilize technology to support student learning.
• Attend meetings and/or accompany students on field trips as requested.
• Keep current by participating in job-related training and professional learning.
• Communicate positively and effectively and participate as a collaborative and consultative team member.
• Implement adaptations and modifications as outlined in Individual Education Plans (IEP).
• Maintain confidentiality.
• Act in accordance with school and district policies and procedures, district Health and Safety protocols and WorkSafeBC regulations.
• Other related duties as assigned.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE, AND SKILLS:

• Grade 12 plus Education Assistant certificate/ diploma; or at least one year of post-secondary courses in education and diverse learning needs; or a BC certified teacher.
• At least four months recent and successful experience working with K-12 children in structured programs or school settings.
• Specific course work related to diversity, behavioral intervention, literacy etc.
• Ability to perform personal and specialized care procedures.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with students and school personnel.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong problem-solving and organizational skills.
• Demonstrated digital literacy skills including the ability to integrate the use of technology to support an effective learning environment.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Effective communication skills in verbal, written and digital format.
• Physical ability to perform all aspects of the position.

Temporary hours can range from 5.5 hrs/day up to 30 hrs/week. The wage rate for this position is $30.43/hour as per the Collective Agreement between the Board of School Trustees for School District 10 (Arrow Lakes) and the Canadian Union of Public Employees, Local 2450.

Please note that successful applicants will be subject to a Criminal Record Check.