S2627-89 Educational Assistant - Ardmore School

Northern Lights Public Schools; Ardmore; On-site; CAD 25,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Northern Lights Public Schools in Alberta's Lakeland region invites applications for the position of Educational Assistant at Ardmore School. This part-time role (0.615 FTE) supports students with social, behaviour, self-help, and personal care needs in a collaborative team.

Ideal candidates have post-secondary training or EA experience, familiarity with Individual Program Plans, and skills in tailoring support for diverse learners.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Assist with student educational program needs including social, behaviour, self-help and personal care.
• Provide one-on-one and small-group support in classroom settings.
• Help implement Individual Program Plans and learning strategies.

Skills

Social skills

Behaviour support

Self-care assistance

Team collaboration

Computer literacy

Education

Post-secondary EA experience

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 dedicatedto student success and well-being, with a strong focuson literacy and numeracy, enhanced learning pathways, and student mental health as division priorities. We are committed to creating safe, caring, and inclusive learning environmentswhere every student can thrive.

Northern Lights Public Schools invites applications for the following position:

S2627-89 Educational Assistant - Ardmore School

We are seeking a Part-time (0.615 FTE) Educational Assistant commencing as soon as possible. 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.

Ardmore School is located in the Hamlet of Ardmore with approximately 110 students in grades K to 8. Ardmore School's mission is to grow learning and achieve together while building lifelong learners through support and diversity.

Preference will be given to applicants who have :

• Post-Secondary training and/or experience as an Educational Assistant
• Knowledge and experience with behaviouralstrategies
• Experience working one-on-one and/or in a group setting
• Knowledge of documentation procedures and proficiency with computers
• Knowledge and experience in alternate communications strategies
• 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 checkWe thank all interested applicants; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted