Special Education Support Specialist

New Frontiers School Board; Quebec; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

New Frontiers School Board in Capitale-Nationale, Quebec seeks a Special Education Technician to support students with diverse needs within a multidisciplinary team. You will help implement individualized education plans and assist with classroom activities, instruction, and behavior support.

Responsibilities include preparing and delivering educational and recreational activities, supporting reading and writing, and documenting progress.

Qualifications

• Hold a Diploma of College Studies in special care counseling or an equivalent credential.
• Experience creating IEPs and working with students with special needs.
• Experience collaborating with teaching staff and pedagogy.
• Knowledge of intervention strategies for challenging behaviors.
• Computer skills and ability to document and report observations.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills; ability to work in a team.
• Bilingual communication abilities; Kindergarten cycle toileting support may be required.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement individualized education plans with a multidisciplinary team.
• Prepare, organize and conduct educational, cultural and recreational activities.
• Assist students with reading, writing, and homework; provide needed explanations.
• Observe, counsel and apply crisis intervention techniques to maintain a calm classroom.
• Record observations, keep files and prepare reports on student progress.
• Coordinate with staff and may accompany students on bus arrivals/departures.

Skills

Bilingual

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Computer skills

Education

Diploma of College Studies in special care counseling

Job description

New Frontiers School Board in Capitale-Nationale, Quebec seeks a Special Education Technician to support students with diverse needs within a multidisciplinary team. You will help implement individualized education plans and assist with classroom activities, instruction, and behavior support.

Responsibilities include preparing and delivering educational and recreational activities, supporting reading and writing, and documenting progress.