Part Time Educational Assistant- Alexandra Middle School

Medicine Hat Public School Division; Medicine Hat; On-site; CAD 13,363,000 - 16,366,000; Part time

Job summary

Medicine Hat Public School Division seeks a Half-time Educational Assistant for Alexandra Middle School. The role supports students with diverse needs and provides positive behaviour supports in an inclusive classroom.

The position involves 3 hours per day, with supervision during school activities and collaboration with classroom staff to implement Individual Support and Behaviour Support Plans.

Qualifications

• Educational assistant role in a school setting with diverse needs.
• In-class and small group support to access learning.
• Support positive behaviour and inclusive practices.

Responsibilities

• Provide supervision during recess, classroom, lunch, etc.
• Support students with diverse and complex learning needs.
• Implement strategies from Support Plans as directed by teachers.
• Collaborate with the teacher and school team to plan supports.

Skills

Student support

Behaviour support

Interpersonal skills

Collaborative teamwork

Digital communication

Education

Educational Assistant Certificate or equivalent

Experience in school setting

Strong communication skills

Job description

Alexandra Middle School

Half-time Educational Assistant (3 hours per day)

Alexandra Middle School

Position Summary

An opportunity exists for an Educational Assistant to join the Alexandra Middle School team. This includes supporting students with diverse and complex learning needs and providing positive behaviour supports in an inclusive classroom setting.

Position Summary

An opportunity exists for an Educational Assistant to join the Alexandra Middle School team. This includes supporting students with diverse and complex learning needs and providing positive behaviour supports in an inclusive classroom setting.

Skills & Requirements

• Experience working with students with diverse and complex needs would be an asset
• Experience with supporting developing numeracy skills would be an asset
• Support with in class and small group supports to help students access learning
• Support students with positive behaviour, development of self-regulation strategies and inclusive practices
• Excellent interpersonal and digital communication skills with students and adults
• Work collaboratively with the classroom teacher & school team
• Implement strategies and recommendations effectively as outlined in Individual Support and Behaviour Support Plans
• Ability to work in a flexible learning environment
• Ability to adapt quickly for classroom or student needs
• Supervision duties (recess, classroom, lunch, etc.)

Qualifications

• Educational Assistant Certificate or equivalent experience preferred
• Experience working with students in school setting
• Strong communication and collaboration skills
• Ability to work with children with varied skill level, needs and abilities

Thank you for your interest in Medicine Public School Division.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview.