Educational Assistant for Inclusive Learning & Behavior

Fort McKay First Nation; Fort McMurray; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer matched Pension Plan

Comprehensive Health benefits

Job summary

The Elsie Fabian School at Fort McKay First Nation is seeking Educational Assistants to join a new school team. The role involves supporting students with diverse needs including conduct, sensory, trauma and ADHD related behaviours, and assisting with inclusive education plans.

You will work under the guidance of teachers and a multi-disciplinary team, using strategies from related therapies, and contributing to a positive learning environment.

Qualifications

• Educational Assistant Certificate or above is required.
• Related degree or diploma is considered an asset.
• Clean Criminal Record Check with vulnerable sector required.
• Valid class 5 Driver's License & Clean Driver's Abstract required.
• Computer literate - including fluency with e-mail, internet and Microsoft Office program.

Responsibilities

• Support students' growth in cognition, communication, physical and social development.
• Support and/or implement teacher directed programming.
• Work collaboratively under guidance of teacher and multi-disciplinary team.
• Implement strategies from Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, Speech Language, etc.
• Document student progress as directed.
• Communicate effectively with students using age-appropriate positive reinforcements.
• Observe student behaviour to achieve positive outcomes and mitigate negative ones.
• Provide structure to facilitate learning outcomes.
• Provide support for adaptive and learning technologies.
• Assist with modified curriculum and support for Autism or complex medical needs.

Education

Educational Assistant Certificate or above

Related degree or diploma

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

The Elsie Fabian School at Fort McKay First Nation is seeking Educational Assistants to join a new school team. The role involves supporting students with diverse needs including conduct, sensory, trauma and ADHD related behaviours, and assisting with inclusive education plans.

You will work under the guidance of teachers and a multi-disciplinary team, using strategies from related therapies, and contributing to a positive learning environment.