BZA Education is seeking 2
Educational Assistants
Spirit Bay Elementary School
Position Title:
Education Assistant
Type:
Full-Time
Department:
Elementary
Supervisor:
Elementary Principal
Position Safety and Security Requirements:
☐ Not applicable
☐ Safety Sensitive Position
☒ Criminal Record Check
☐ Credit Check
☒ Vulnerable Sector Check
☐ Other_______________
The Education Assistant will support teachers with various classroom duties, including supervising students and helping them learn concepts and skills across a wide range of subjects. The incumbent will work in diverse settings, such as one-on-one with students or within larger group sessions to ensure productive learning.
Primary Job Responsibilities:
Main Responsibilities
- Reinforce the learning of students in small groups or with individuals throughout the lesson.
- Prepare relevant course materials such as supplies, equipment or handouts for the use of students or other staff throughout the lesson.
- Support the development of student Individual Education Plans (IEPs) for the use and review of the Developmental Service Worker.
- Implement strategies to accommodate individual student learning styles to ensure quality learning.
- Support the development of the Educational Assistant Program through the informal assessment of activities.
- Monitor, assess, and re-evaluate learning strategies to the educational team.
- Support the observation and assessment of students for any knowledge growth or delays.
- Observe and document student strengths, needs, gaps, and achievements to support their ongoing learning and development.
- Assist with crisis problems and behaviour management of students who may be disrupting the learning of others.
- Support the development and maintenance of student records, grades, and attendance.
- Identify concerning student incidents and escalate the situation to the teacher.
- Support the inclusion of students who experience behavioural, social, and / or emotional issues.
- Supervise and monitor the safe learning of students throughout lessons.
- Supervise students in classrooms, hallways, recesses, or lunch as required to ensure a safe and positive environment.
- Contribute to maintaining student files and documenting observed behaviours and support plans.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Strong communication skills with the ability to communicate effectively and professionally both verbally and in writing.
- Broad knowledge of child development and best practices for learning.
- Ability to demonstrate patience and empathy with all students.
- Strong advocate for youth who may be unable to for their own wellbeing.
- Ability to relate to youth of multiple ages and support their growth and development.
- Ability to uphold confidentiality requirements related to student information
Experience:
- Experience and knowledge of trauma informed educational techniques and practices.
- Experience working with youth in a school is an asset.
- Experience working in a First Nation environment is an asset.
Education:
- Completion of a high school diploma is required.
- Completion of an Early Childhood Education program or diploma or an equivalent teaching certificate is preferred.
- First Aid Certification is an asset.
Other Requirements:
- Follow all Biinjitiwaabik Zaaging Anishinaabek (BZA) policies and procedures and display a commitment to the values and culture of the Biinjitiwaabik Zaaging Anishinaabek (BZA)
- Understand and follow all human resources policies through respectful behaviours and actions aligned with the culture and values of Biinjitiwaabik Zaaging Anishinaabek (BZA).
- Awareness of recent, historical, and intergenerational trauma that Indigenous children and their families may have experienced. Including the psychological, neurological, physiological, social, and spiritual impact of trauma.
- Uphold the reputation of Biinjitiwaabik Zaaging Anishinaabek (BZA) through individual actions and behaviours.
- Follow workplace expectations including attendance and assigned work activities.
- Ability to successfully and periodically undergo an appropriate criminal and vulnerable sector check is required.
Please forward your resume to Kayla Thompson at executiveassistant@bzaeducation.ca
