Opokaa'sin Early Intervention Educational Assistant
Job Description
Position Summary:
Under the supervision of the Lead Teacher, you will be responsible to work in a team environment in providing supports to the children and families involved with the Early Learning program, wage: $20/hr.
The Education Assistant works collaboratively with classroom teachers, parents and community for the best interest of the students. You will be responsible for carrying out the goals and objectives of the Early Learning program, as well as the following;
Duties and Responsibilities:
Provide support for all students to be included in the classroom and school.
Implement lesson and Behavioral plans for students as directed by the teacher i.e.
Individual Education Plans (IPP) goals and objectives
Participate in collaborative meetings that will assist in students' progress
Motive and encourage students to participate in learning activities,
Use effective instructional strategies to help students with lessons and assignments. Demonstrate activities set up and dismantle displays, play spaces and work spaces.
Observe and report student behavior and progress
Assist students who have physical and personal care needs Facilitate and encourage positive student behaviors.
Collect and prepare learning materials to support student learning
Assist with school wide special events and activities
Supervise children during lunch and recess breaks or field trips
Support students to develop healthy relationships at school within the classroom and throughout the school
Participate in opportunities for professional development growth [e. Monthly staff meetings, team meetings, and parent meetings
Support teachers in preparation of the classroom materials and resources
Reporting Line: This position reports directly to the Lead Teacher.
Qualifications:
- High school diploma and related post-secondary education
- Ability and experience working with Aboriginal children
- Awareness and understanding of Aboriginal culture and issues, CPR & First Aid certification
- Must submit a Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector(current six months) & Child Intervention Record Check(current six months)
- Early Learning (Revised May 2023
- All potential applicants are required to submit a 6 months current Criminal Records Check with
- Vulnerable Sector, Child Welfare Check, and provide two (2) references, cover letter and resume. Screening Criteria: Please be advised that in order to be considered for the position applicants must clearly indicate how they meet criteria. Failure could result in elimination from hiring pool.
Submit complete package to:
Opokaa'sin Early Intervention Society
241 Stafford Drive North, Lethbridge AB TIH 2A5
ATTN: Human Resources
Email: [email protected]
Phone: (403) 380-2569 | Fax: (403) 327-6775
Job Type: Fixed term contract
Contract length: 12 months
Pay: From $20.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Company events
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- RRSP match
Flexible language requirement:
- French not required
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
