S2627-75 Educational Assistant - H. E. Bourgoin Middle School

Northern Lights Public Schools; Town of Bonnyville; On-site; CAD 25,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

Northern Lights Public Schools invites applications for an Educational Assistant at H. E. Bourgoin Middle School in Bonnyville.

The position is part-time (0.5 FTE) commencing as soon as possile, supporting social skills, behaviour, self-help, and personal care needs within a collaborative team. Preference will be given to applicants with EA experience, behavior strategies knowledge, one-on-one or group experience, and documentation/computer skills.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary training and/or experience as an Educational Assistant.
• Knowledge of behavioral strategies.
• Experience working one-on-one and in group settings.
• Knowledge of documentation procedures and proficiency with computers.
• Knowledge and experience in 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 and support classroom staff.
• Maintain documentation procedures and use computers as required.

Skills

Educational support

Behavior management

One-on-one support

Documentation

Alternate communication

Education

Post-secondary training (EA)

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:

S2627-75 Educational Assistant - H. E. Bourgoin Middle School

We are seeking a part-time (0.5 FTE) Educational Assistant commencing as soon as possile. This 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.

H.E. Bourgoin Middle School

is located in the Town of Bonnyville with approximately 260 students from grades 5-8. H. E. Bourgoin Middle School is committed to young adolescences, has a shared vision, has high expectations for all, believes in an adult advocate for every student, has family and community partnership and has a positive school climate.

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

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