S2627-50 Educational Assistant - Ecole Plamondon School

Northern Lights Public Schools; Plamondon; On-site; CAD 22,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Northern Lights Public Schools invites applications for a part-time Educational Assistant position at Ecole Plamondon School in Plamondon, AB. The role involves assisting with student educational program needs, including social skills, behaviour skills, self-help and personal care needs, in a collaborative team setting.

The successful candidate will have post-secondary training or experience as an Educational Assistant, knowledge of behavioral strategies, and strong communication and

Qualifications

• Post-secondary training and/or experience as an Educational Assistant.
• Knowledge and experience with behavioral strategies.
• Experience working one-on-one and/or in group settings.
• Knowledge of documentation procedures and proficiency with computers.
• Knowledge of alternate communication strategies.
• Experience assisting students with self-help and personal care needs.
• Familiarity with Individual Program Plans.

Responsibilities

• Assist with student educational program needs including social skills, behaviour skills, self-help and personal care needs.
• Work in a team environment.
• Support students in educational activities across the school as directed by staff.

Skills

Social skills

Behavioural strategies

Documentation

Alternate communication

One-on-one support

Group support

Computer skills

Education

Post-secondary training as Educational Assistant

Tools

Computers

Job description

Located in Alberta's scenic Lakeland region, Northern Lights Public Schools offers an inspiring place to live and work - with access to abundant outdoor recreation and stunning displays of the Aurora Borealis. Our division is dedicated to student success and well-being, with a strong focus on literacy and numeracy, enhanced learning pathways, and student mental health as division priorities. We are committed to creating safe, caring, and inclusive learning environments where every student can thrive.

Northern Lights Public Schools invites applications for the following position:

S2627-50 Educational Assistant - Ecole Plamondon School

We are seeking a part-time (0.5 FTE) Educational Assistant to commencing as soon as possible. The assignment involves assisting with student educational program needs including social skills, behaviour skills, self-help and personal care needs. This position requires a compassionate and energetic individual to work in a team environment.

Ecole Plamondon School is located in the Village of Plamondon with approximately 300 students in ECS to Grade 12 and offers instruction primarily in English. Russian and French are offered as second languages. The vision at Ecole Plamondon School is to graduate students who value multiculturalism, family, honesty, commitment, and work ethic.

Preference will be given to applicants who have:

• Post-Secondary training and/or experience as an Educational Assistant
• Knowledge and experience with behavioral strategies
• Experience working one-on-one and/or in group settings
• Knowledge of documentation procedures and proficiency with computers
• Knowledgeand experience in alternate communicationstrategies
• Experience assisting students with self-help and personal care needs
• Familiarity with strategies to address different learning styles and experience with Individual Program Plans

Training and skills that would be an asset include:

• Relative experience in educational assistance, nursing and/or rehabilitation
• SIVA and/or Non-Violent Crisis Intervention training
• Literacy and Numeracy Interventions
• Behavioural supports and interventions
• Trauma informed approach

The successful candidate will be required to obtain and provide a criminal records check which includes a vulnerable sectors check. We thank all interested applicants, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.