Start Date: 2021-09-01
Language: English
Minimum Education: Diploma
Positions Available: 2
NOC Group: Elementary and Secondary School Teacher Assistants (6472)
NOC Job Title: Educational Assistant
Expires in 68 days
Expires: 2021-08-31
Posted: 2021-06-22
Last Updated: 2021-06-24
Job Location(s)
S204-750 Cottonwood Ave.
Kamloops, British Columbia
V2B 3X2, Canada
Job Description
Social Butterflies Activities and Learning is an organization dedicated to improving the lives of children and families affected by developmental disabilities. We are currently seeking an Education Interventionist for our Individualized Inclusion Program, a school-based program that supports students with ASD and other needs ranging from kindergarten to grade 7. The successful candidate will assist in educating students in accordance with their IEP goals by using a variety of instructional techniques, communication strategies, behaviour intervention programs, and reinforcement methods. EI’s are responsible for the implementation of curriculum, data collection, and behavior interventions, under both direct and indirect supervision. The position is a permanent, part-time position and the candidate should be available Monday to Friday during school hours with the potential for more hours after school in our social skills groups and behaviour intervention programs. We offer competitive wages and a benefits plan* (some conditions apply) Duties and Responsibilities include: • Work with colleagues to assist and implement day-to-day activities, including special activities and programs • Guide individuals and small groups in educational activities, creative and structured play, and social activities • Help monitor student activities in the classroom and in various other locations • Assist children with classwork and assignments • Accompany and supervise students on field trips and during activities in the classroom, school gym, labs, library, and resource centers • Assist in daily monitoring of student activities and ensure student safety at all times, including during recess, lunch, or other break periods • General classroom maintenance including ensuring a clean and safe environment is always maintained • Provide instructional support, behaviour management, and classroom management • Perform clerical support duties including maintaining documents as directed by the Program Coordinator • Attend staff development classes, training, and meetings • Perform other related duties as assigned
Qualification, Skills, and Knowledge Requirements: • Associate’s degree in Special Education or another related field (Certified EA, Psychology, Education), or any combination of education and experience that would provide the applicant with the skills, knowledge and ability to perform the job • Experience working with children with special educational needs • Confidence needed to work in a challenging classroom setting and manage student behaviour effectively • Highly organized and able to work collaboratively • Ability to perform all physical interventions • Ability to follow directions, follow through on classroom plans, and maintain effective working relationships with other personnel • Ability to listen, make sound emergency decisions, and effectively work with students in sometimes stressful environments • First aid certification or willingness to attain • Able to provide a criminal record check
How to Apply
Expiring: Aug 31, 2021
Email: [email protected]
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