Full-Time Educational Assistant (30-40 hours a week)
kcs Association is looking for an Educational Assistant, who is able to work between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. Monday to Friday. Experience with children with exceptional needs is an asset. Responsibilities of the Educational Assistant will include (but not be limited to):
- To support other team members in the classrooms
- To help children pursue developmental goals
- Foster child’s independence within a safe learning environment
- Work collaboratively with the learning team (Educators, Educational Assistants, IPP Coordinator, Program Director)
- Provide personal care assistance if needed (feeding, toileting, etc.)
- Utilize consistent positive reinforcement, redirection, modeling and cueing, to help the child learn appropriate social interactions
- Maintain required documentation of child’s progress (monthly reports, year-end summaries etc.)
- Assist with classroom activities and duties if the child is functioning with immediate supports (e.g. engaged with other children and staff)
Qualifications:
- Early Childhood Certificate or equivalent, minimum Level 1 (can be acquired as you work)
- Experience working with children, experience with developmental delays considered an asset
- Good communication skills
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
- Must be 18 years of age
- Criminal Record/Vulnerable Sector Check
- Child Intervention Check
- First Aid/CPR
Required training (e.g. First Aid) can be taken upon successful hire.
Please forward resume, including references to:
kcs Association
ATT: Lauren Doan
Email: [email protected]
Fax: (403) 887-5331
kcs Association wishes to thank all applicants in advance, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Competition will remain open until a suitable candidate is found.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $16.00-$18.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- On-site parking
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Sylvan Lake, AB: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Licence/Certification:
- Alberta Child Care Certification, minimum Level 1 (preferred)
Work Location: In person
