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Title posted on indeed.com - Educational Assistant

Posted on May 07, 2024 by Employer details KIS

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Kimberley Independent School ? FT Education Assistant Location: Kimberley, BC Closing Date: May 31st, 2023 - 4:00pm Job Start Date: Aug 30, 2023 Hours Per Week: 8:30 ? 3 (with some aftercare shifts) *Additional Information:* Kimberley Independent School is now accepting applications for Education Assistants. The Education Assistant is a member of a school team, who participates in the development and delivery of support services to individuals or small group(s) of students under the supervision of a Teacher or Principal and in a manner that reflects the school's policy regarding inclusion. Kimberley Independent School focuses a lot of its learning outside and would require the EA to be comfortable spending up to a full day outside in all weather. General duties of EA include implementation of adapted and/or modified curriculum methods and strategies, augmentative and alternative communication, providing personal care, understanding and supporting behaviour, knowledge of specific disorders including learning disability, intellectual disability, FASDS, ASD, medical/ health needs, mental health and addictions. An EA must respect the intrinsic worth of all individuals and belief in the dignity, individuality, and rights all persons with core values of empathy, respect, genuineness and warmth. More specifically may include: 1.Participating in Individual Educational Planning, school-based team meetings, parent meetings, Open Houses, etc., which are relevant to the student(s) with whom they are directly involved. 2.Providing instructional support, behaviour management support and record keeping support (i.e. home/school communication book, journals, charting and observations, etc. as specified). 3.Assisting in modifying and adapting classroom materials. 4.With appropriate training, may assist with delivery of medical procedures, occupational therapy, physical therapy, and speech programs as prescribed by professionals. 5.Supervise students on school outings. 6.Assisting students with personal care needs. 7.Working with assistive technologies, including computers, peripherals and a variety of software applications. 8.Assisting students to be included in the school community. 9.Behaving in a manner that respects the sensitivity and confidentiality of all information related to staff and students. 10.Performs other duties as assigned. *Required Knowledge, Abilities and Skills* 1.Demonstrates a genuine interest in and understanding of students. 2.Demonstrates initiative and the ability to work with limited supervision and/or within a complex team environment. 3.Demonstrates a high level of adaptability and responsibility. 4.Demonstrates effective interpersonal skills. 5.Maintains a flexible and co-operative manner. 6.Exhibits a mature and positive attitude and models appropriate behaviour. *Training and Experience* 1.High School Diploma or equivalent. 2.Appropriate post-secondary training would be an asset (i.e. Special Education Assistant Program or a diploma in counselling, social work, childcare or education). Non-certified candidates will require a Responsible Adult certification. 3.Successful experience working with students with special needs. 4.Additional training in supporting students with Autism or other specific special needs is an asset. 5.First Aid Certificate would be an asset. *Rate of Pay* Based on experience and qualifications For further information, please contact Louisa Neufeld (Principal) at principal@kis.ca Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and resume, along with two (2) references who have supervised you by Wednesday, May 31, 2023 at 4:00 pm (MST) to the principal at: principal@kis.ca Job Type: Full-time Pay: $18.50-$22.00 per hour Benefits: * Dental care * Extended health care * Vision care Schedule: * 8 hour shift * Monday to Friday Work Location: In person Application deadline: 2024-05-31 Expected start date: 2024-08-28