Educational Support Specialist for Diverse Needs (Temporary)

Parkland School Division No 70 Centre for Education; Carlyle; On-site; CAD 23,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

South East Cornerstone Public School Division is seeking a temporary Educational Assistant for Carlyle Elementary School in Carlyle, SK. The role supports students with diverse and high behavioral needs and aligns with the school’s life-skills and academic programming under teacher direction.

The position is 6 hours per day on student days, with a starting wage of $20.12/hour plus a full benefit package and a pension plan. A clear criminal record check is required.

Qualifications

• Minimum Grade 12 diploma from an institution recognized by the Board of Education.
• Ability to adapt to change and be flexible.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively as an effective team member.
• Valid driver's license.
• Demonstrated knowledge of school computer software such as word processing and computer assisted learning software.
• An educational assistant or equivalent diploma, NVCI, First Aid, Autism and Behavioral educational background will be considered assets.
• Commitment to the ideals of public education as well as the mission, vision and guiding principles of the South East Cornerstone Public School Division.

Responsibilities

• Support students with diverse needs and behavioral needs.
• Lift up to 60 pounds without a lift and up to 120 pounds with assistance.
• Transport students (personal vehicle may be required).
• Attend to personal hygiene and medical needs as required.
• Prepare and plan student-based life skills and academic programming under direction of teacher.
• Focus on transitioning the student to work with others and adults.
• Follow behaviour and safety plans created for students.
• Supervise intensive needs students and small groups as required.

Skills

Adaptability

Teamwork

Driver's license

Education

Grade 12 diploma

Educational assistant diploma

NVCI

First Aid

Autism & Behavioral background

Tools

Word processing

Learning software

Job description

South East Cornerstone Public School Division is seeking a temporary Educational Assistant for Carlyle Elementary School in Carlyle, SK. The role supports students with diverse and high behavioral needs and aligns with the school’s life-skills and academic programming under teacher direction.

The position is 6 hours per day on student days, with a starting wage of $20.12/hour plus a full benefit package and a pension plan. A clear criminal record check is required.