We are the second largest school division in Alberta, serving students, families and communities throughout Edmonton. As elected officials, our Board of Trustees is responsible for creating policies and making important decisions that shape the Division’s work. At Edmonton Public Schools, we provide a range of programs, learning spaces and supports that foster success, one student at a time.
Position Summary
Supply Special Needs Educational Assistants support children and youth in educational settings who have a wide range of abilities and exceptionalities including autism, significant emotional and behavioural challenges, mental health issues, learning difficulties, and physical health concerns.
Job Duties/Responsibilities
supporting the instructional, behavioural and social needs of students in an increasingly complex environment
assisting with planning, implementing and reviewing individualized program plans
adapting or modifying classroom materials to meet the specialized needs of students
assisting students to acquire skills in the areas of communication and language development
facilitating and encouraging positive interactions between students, staff and the community
monitoring student conduct and intervening when students engage in challenging behaviours
supervising students during break periods, bus arrival and departure, and in the community
Education/Qualifications
Special Needs Educational Assistant Certificate or Child and Youth Care Diploma
two years related experience preferably in an educational environment
ability to work in complex environments requiring constant supervision of high risk students
proven ability to implement effective de-escalation strategies
flexibility to undertake a variety of assignments
excellent organizational, interpersonal and communication skills (both oral and written)
proven success in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with teachers, parents, and special needs students
ability to perform physical activities including lifting, transferring and providing personal care as necessary
Rate of Pay
$20.35 – $21.96 per hour
Nature of Work
Casual: Hourly, on-call work up to 7 hours per day, Monday to Friday
Temporary: Long term part-time and full-time assignments in excess of 25 cumulative work days in the same assignment and location
Permanent Positions: Eligibility to apply for permanent, advertised positions
Closing
Supply Special Needs Educational Assistants are expected to accept assignments on a consistent basis in order to remain active on the casual and temporary roster and they should be prepared to travel to various schools throughout the City of Edmonton.
Closing date for this competition is June 30, 2021.
Our Division is committed to excellence and hires based on merit. We value diversity and welcome applications from all qualified individuals. Only those applicants being considered will be contacted. This position is covered by a collective agreement between CUPE Local 3550 and the Board of Trustees. The Collective Agreement may be viewed at www.epsb.ca/ourdistrict/careers/support/
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