Educational Assistant: Complex Behavior & Inclusion

Prairie Land Public School Division; Village of Veteran; On-site; CAD 25,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

Prairie Land Public School Division is seeking a compassionate Specialized Educational Assistant for Veteran School to support students with complex behavioral, social-emotional, communication, and learning needs in an inclusive setting.

The role involves collaborating with teachers and support staff to foster self-regulation, independence, and positive engagement, with emphasis on neurodivergent learners and trauma-informed practices.

Qualifications

• Educational Assistant Certificate or a combination of relevant education and experience.
• Strong communication, observation, problem-solving, and teamwork skills.
• Experience working with neurodivergent students and complex behavioral needs.
• Training in SIVA and/or Nonviolent Crisis Intervention (NVCI) is a strong asset, as is knowledge of trauma-informed practices and inclusive education.

Responsibilities

• Support student self-regulation and transitions.
• Encourage independence and positive engagement in learning.
• Monitor progress and respond to challenging situations using positive, evidence-informed practices.
• Collaborate with classroom teachers, school administration, and student support personnel.

Skills

Communication

Observation

Problem-solving

Teamwork

Education

Educational Assistant Certificate

Job description

Prairie Land Public School Division is seeking a compassionate Specialized Educational Assistant for Veteran School to support students with complex behavioral, social-emotional, communication, and learning needs in an inclusive setting.

The role involves collaborating with teachers and support staff to foster self-regulation, independence, and positive engagement, with emphasis on neurodivergent learners and trauma-informed practices.