On-Call Special Education Assistant

British Columbia Public School Employers' Association | Make a Future - Careers in BC Education; Chilliwack; On-site; CAD 25,000 - 33,000; Part time

Job summary

The Board of Education of School District No. 33 (Chilliwack) is seeking Educational Assistants for on-call casual work. You will support teachers and special needs students, one-to-one or in small groups, reinforcing instruction and assisting with supervision and self-care.

Experience as an Educational Assistant or formal post-secondary training with practicum is encouraged. Applicants should include references, transcripts, First Aid, and a cover letter.

Qualifications

• High school diploma and special education assistant certificate or equivalent.
• Valid Class 5 driver's license.
• Basic knowledge of computer functions.
• A valid Safety Oriented First Aid certificate.
• Knowledge of psychosocial issues of special needs students.
• Knowledge of health and safety procedures including WHMIS and WCB regulations.
• Ability to extend and model patience, care, tolerance and understanding.
• Ability to apply behavior management strategies to a given situation.
• Ability to respond to violent behavior.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to perform individually and as part of a team.
• Ability to use tact, diplomacy and human relations skills for frequent contacts of a difficult, specialized or sensitive nature for such purposes as influencing, persuading or securing the co-operation of others when dealing with the public, parents, staff and students.

Responsibilities

• Work with students on a one to one or small group basis to reinforce instruction.
• Assist with student supervision and classroom management.
• Assist student with the development of personal independence and self-care, including feeding, dressing, toileting and mobility.
• Lifts or assists other staff with lifting and/or positioning students.
• Performs procedures as directed by a Health Care professional such as catheterization, tube feeding and seizure management.
• Administers student medication as directed by the Principal or Health Care professional.
• Administers First Aid to students.
• Assists with the occupational/physiotherapy program with direction by an occupational/physiotherapist.
• Encourages development of social and life skills by demonstration and positive reinforcement of acceptable behaviour.
• Confers with special education and classroom teachers and parents to determine student needs and progress.
• Cleans, disinfects and washes all therapy equipment, toys, appliances and cupboards.
• Assists with food purchase, preparation, and cleanup of kitchen.
• Assists with integration of students into regular classes.
• Assists with implementation and monitoring of behaviour management programs, including observation, record keeping and follow‑up.
• Provides transportation to students for school related activities.
• Adapts instructional materials to the specific needs of a student or students, such as simplifying instructions or student responses.
• Assists with preparation and marking of instructional materials such as worksheets and tests.
• Assists with distribution and collection of materials and equipment for students.

Skills

Patience

Communication

Teamwork

First Aid

Health & safety

Driver's license

Basic computer skills

Education

High school diploma

Special education assistant certificate

Driver's license

Job description

The Board of Education of School District No. 33 (Chilliwack) is seeking Educational Assistants for on-call casual work. You will support teachers and special needs students, one-to-one or in small groups, reinforcing instruction and assisting with supervision and self-care.

Experience as an Educational Assistant or formal post-secondary training with practicum is encouraged. Applicants should include references, transcripts, First Aid, and a cover letter.