Educational Assistant - Pilot Butte, SK

Equest; Pilot Butte; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading organization as an Educational Assistant in Pilot Butte, Saskatchewan. This role is crucial in providing individualized support to students with various needs, including behavioral and developmental challenges. You'll work directly with teachers to implement education plans, ensuring every student achieves their goals. We offer a competitive rewards package that emphasizes professional growth and a supportive team environment.

Benefits

Comprehensive health and wellness benefits

Professional development opportunities

Recognition programs

Supportive work culture

Qualifications

• Completion of a high school diploma is mandatory.
• Educational assistant or youth care worker certificate preferred.
• Experience working with diverse student needs is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Provide supervision and support to students with diverse needs.
• Implement individualized education plans in collaboration with teachers.
• Communicate effectively with stakeholders regarding student progress.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Problem-solving

Empathy

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma

Educational assistant certificate or related degree

Tools

Basic computer proficiency

Job description

Join Our Team as an Educational Assistant!

As an Educational Assistant, you will play a vital role in supporting students with diverse needs, including those with behavioral challenges, developmental disabilities, mental health conditions, and other related factors. You'll provide supervision, academic support, and compassionate care while serving as a positive role model for our students. By working closely with teachers, you'll help implement effective educational routines and strategies that promote both behavioral and life skills. Your dedication will ensure that each student receives the personalized support they need to thrive and achieve their educational goals through individualized education plans.

Qualifications

Education and Professional Certification

• Completion of a high school diploma.
• An educational assistant or youth care worker certificate or diploma, or a certificate, diploma, or degree in a related field of study is an asset.

Experience

• Up to one (1) year of experience working with children, youth, and / or adults with behavioral, cognitive, mental health, and / or developmental challenges.
• Experience as an educational assistant, job coach, or youth care worker is an asset.

Skills and Characteristics

• Ability to work collaboratively in a diverse team environment.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build meaningful relationships and professional alliances with internal and external stakeholders.
• Ability to lead through encouragement, positive role-modeling, and support.
• Engaging personality with diverse interests (e.g., outdoors, arts, sports) that can be leveraged to connect with students.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• High emotional intelligence and self-awareness.
• Ability to demonstrate empathy, patience, and understanding in daily interactions.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Ability to set clear, achievable goals and meet individual and program objectives.
• Adaptability to new situations.
• Understanding of budgeting and resource allocation.
• Commitment to continuous learning and professional development.
• Basic computer proficiency.

Duties and Responsibilities

Services

• Provide supervision, care, and support to individuals with diverse needs, including behavioral challenges, developmental disabilities, mental health conditions, and other related issues.
• Supervise and actively engage with students in a safe and structured environment.
• Collaborate with the teacher in planning and programming.
• Assist in implementing individualized education plans and programming.
• Monitor and guide students' behavior and educational progress.
• Support students in reaching their educational goals.
• Communicate and collaborate effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
• Address conflicts and manage crisis situations calmly and compassionately. Identify potential triggers, recognize escalating behaviors, and de-escalate situations safely and effectively.
• Administer medications to students when necessary.
• Transport students as required.
• Document incidents and updates, including critical incidents, medication administration, and other classroom or student-related information. Complete all reports and documentation clearly, accurately, and promptly.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Leadership

• Provide guidance, direction, and mentorship to new employees, potential employees, practicum students, and volunteers.
• Display positive role modeling, uphold agency values, and ensure fairness.
• Collaborate and communicate with the multidisciplinary team when needed.
• Take on the teacher's responsibilities in their absence (e.g., attendance, budgeting).

Management of Resources

• Submit receipts and reconcile expenses for teacher-approved expenditures.
• Ensure the mileage log is accurately completed when using agency vehicles.
• Maintain the care, cleanliness, and upkeep of assigned assets and resources, including buildings, vehicles, furnishings, and equipment.

Safety

• Promote and reinforce safe work habits, practices, and procedures.
• Adhere to agency and government regulations, policies, practices, and instructions, whether written or verbal.

Additional Requirements

• The incumbent must complete all mandatory training requirements for the position as per agency policy and guidelines.
• Employees must hold a class five (5) novice two (2) or higher driver's license and be eligible for coverage under our commercial auto insurance policy.

At Ranch Ehrlo Society, we understand the importance of recognizing and rewarding the valuable contributions of our team members. That's why we offer a competitive total rewards package which goes beyond just salary. From comprehensive health and wellness benefits to opportunities for professional development and growth, we prioritize the well-being and success of our employees. Additionally, our package includes perks such as recognition programs, and a supportive work culture that fosters inclusion, collaboration and innovation.

Educational Assistant • Pilot Butte, Saskatchewan, Canada