Relief Support Assistant

Government of Northwest Territories; Community of Délı̨nę; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A regional education authority seeks a Relief Support Assistant to assist with specialized learning activities for students with diverse needs. This role requires individuals with a High School diploma and experience in education. Flexibility in hours is necessary, and knowledge of sign language is beneficial. The position starts at $37.90 per hour plus Northern Allowance.

Qualifications

• High School diploma with experience in an educational environment.
• Knowledge of sign language is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Assist with implementing specialized learning activities.
• Provide academic assistance to designated students.

Skills

Knowledge relating to child development

Ability to provide instruction in core academic subjects

Planning and organization skills

Analytical and problem-solving skills

Ability to work in a multi-cultural setting

Ability to work with students with exceptional needs

Education

High School / Secondary School diploma

Job description

Department: Sahtu District Education Council

This job opening is limited to residents living within 25 kilometres of Deline NT.

Department Information

Sahtu Divisional Education Council

Job Information

At the discretion of the Principal, the Relief Support Assistant reports to the Principal, Program Support Teacher and/or Classroom Teachers. The Relief Support Assistant is responsible for assisting with implementing specialized and modified learning and education activities in order to provide a positive learning experience for students with diverse needs. The position is responsible for working with designated students either individually or in small groups to provide academic assistance. The Relief SA may work in the classroom or in other areas of the school.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge relating to child development, disabilities and other challenges faced by students and the effects of living with a disability or challenge.
• Ability to provide instruction in core academic subjects (reading, writing, mathematics) to students in a wide range of grade levels.
• Ability to acquire knowledge of the goals, objectives and operations of the school and DEA as well as the local people and culture.
• Ability to acquire knowledge relating to community resources and services.
• Planning and organization, and time management skills.
• Ability to read and understand instructions, IEPs, meeting minutes, and communications.
• Ability to write and maintain accurate student records.
• Analytical, decision making, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work in a multi-cultural setting with young people, staff and parents.
• Ability to work with students with exceptional needs.

Typically, the above qualifications would be attained by:

• High School / Secondary School diploma, and related experience in an educational environment. Equivalencies will be considered.
• An ability to communicate using sign language would be considered an asset for this position.

GNWT Inquiries

Inquiries Only:

• Sahtu HR Client Service Centre
• Department of Finance
• Government of the Northwest Territories
• 2 MCKENZIEDRIVE
• BOX360
• NORMAN WELLSNT X0E 0V0
• Tel [phone]
• Fax [phone]
• [e-mail]

Note: If you do not receive electronic notification confirming receipt of your application, please follow up via telephone.

More Information

Relief Worker

This job opening is for a Relief position where there are no established hours of work on a daily, weekly or monthly basis and may be required to report to work on an as and when required basis for facilities where services operate on a daily basis throughout the entire year.

Candidates must clearly identify their eligibility in order to receive priority consideration under the Indigenous Employment Policy.

Criminal Records Check

Candidates must provide a satisfactory vulnerable sector check. Failure to provide a satisfactory check may deem you disqualified from the competition.

Diversity and Inclusion

The Government of the Northwest Territories is an inclusive workplace. If you have a disability and you require support during the hiring process, you are encouraged to identify your needs if you are contacted for an assignment or interview so that you may be accommodated during the hiring process.

Eligibility lists may be created from this competition to fill future term and indeterminate positions.

Equivalencies may be considered based on a one-year of directly related experience equivalent to one year of education or one year of education for one year of experience. However, combinations of education and experience must often be considered on a case-by-case basis. For a full list of equivalencies that will be considered for this role, please contact human resources.

Job Opening Information

Job Opening ID # 27204

Salary Information

The salary for this position starts at $37.90 per hour plus a pro-rated annual Northern Allowance of $14.43 per hour.