Full Time Temporary Educational Assistant

Buffalo Trail Public Schools; Wainwright; Presencial; CAD 38.000 - 48.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Buffalo Trail Public Schools is seeking an Educational Assistant for Wainwright High School in Wainwright, Alberta. The role supports students with diverse needs in an inclusive learning environment, under the direction of the teacher, with a 6-hour daily schedule from Monday to Friday aligned to the school calendar.

Ideal candidates will have a diploma in Childhood or Educational Assistant programs, experience with special needs, and a commitment to safety and collaboration.

Formación

• Diploma in Childhood or Educational Assistant programs (preferred).
• Experience working with individuals with special needs (children or adults).
• Familiarity with supporting individuals who experience language delays, behavioral challenges, emotional dysregulation, or motor delays.
• Ability to provide support with personal hygiene and other care needs as required.
• Training in SIVA or other non-violent crisis intervention strategies (asset).

Responsabilidades

• Deliver educational support tailored to identified students under teacher guidance.
• Assist in student data collection, monitor progress, and provide observations and recommendations.
• Modify classroom and curriculum materials to meet individual or group needs.
• Support students in developing academic, social, behavioral, and life skills to foster independence.
• Assist with integration and transitions within the school system or into work/community environments.
• Help students with specialized supports, including assistive devices or service animals.
• Attend to students' personal needs including feeding, hygiene, toileting and other care.
• Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams and participate in professional learning.
• Supervise students during instructional and non-instructional times.
• Act as liaison or advocate for students and share information with staff.

Conocimientos

Special needs experience

Educational support

Educación

Diploma in Childhood or Educational Assistant programs

Descripción del empleo

Buffalo Trail Public Schools is committed to maximizing student learning in a safe and caring environment supported by a highly effective team.

Buffalo Trail Public Schools Division is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Educational Assistant to join our team at Wainwright High School in Wainwright, Alberta. This is an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of students by providing support in an inclusive and dynamic learning environment. If you are passionate about helping students achieve their full potential and thrive in a collaborative school community, we encourage you to apply!

Specific Position Details

Start Date: Immediately

End Date: With the return of the regular employee

Location: Wainwright High School – Wainwright, Alberta

Assignment: 6 hours per day, Monday to Friday, following the school calendar

Contract Type: Full Time, Temporary

Qualifications and Desired Experience

The ideal candidate should possess the following:

• A diploma in Childhood or Educational Assistant programs (preferred)
• Experience working with individuals with special needs, including children or adults
• Familiarity with supporting individuals who experience:
• Language delays.
• Behavioral challenges.
• Emotional dysregulation.
• Fine and gross motor delays.
• Ability to provide support with personal hygiene and other care needs as required.
• Training in SIVA or other non-violent crisis intervention strategies (considered an asset)

Primary Responsibilities

Under the direction of the teacher, the successful candidatemay be required to provide the following :

Educational Support :

• Deliver educational instruction tailored to the needs of identified students, including researching, preparing, and organizing materials and supplies.
• Assist in student data collection, monitor progress, and provide observations and recommendations to the classroom or Inclusive Learning Teacher.
• Modify classroom and curriculum materials to meet individual or group needs collaboratively

Student Development :

• Support students in developing academic, social, behavioral, and life skills to foster independence.
• Assist with integration and transitions within the regular school system or into work/community environments.
• Help students with specialized supports, including assistive devices, equipment, or approved service animals, per Administrative Procedure 205.1 AP.

Personal Care :

• Attend to students' personal needs, including feeding, hygiene, toileting, and other personal care.

Team Collaboration :

• Participate in professional learning and specialized training as required by the school or Central Services.
• Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary team members to implement prescribed exercises and programs.
• Provide input during team or parent meetings as appropriate.

Supervision :

• Supervise students during instructional and non-instructional times, such as in classrooms, gyms, on playgrounds, or during field trips

Advocacy and Communication :

• Act as a liaison or advocate for students as needed.
• Share relevant program or student information with other staff members.

Health and Safety :

• Administer medication in compliance with Administrative Procedure 203.1 AP (Administration of Medication/Medical Assistance to Students).
• Follow Alberta Health Services (AHS) and Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) guidelines to ensure safety for staff and students.

Other Duties :

• Perform other comparable duties as assigned within the scope of the job's knowledge and skills.
• Comfortable working in a split-grade classroom (an asset).

Closing Information

This competition will remain open until a suitable candidate is found.

Resumes will be reviewed on an ongoing basis.

Please note that applications submitted for this position may also be considered for future opportunities within the division.

For Further Information

Jody Cook, Principal

Wainwright High School

Phone: [phone]

Buffalo Trail Public Schools thank all applicants for their interest. Only those candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.