Education Assistant - Edmonton, Canada - ABC Head Start Society

ABC Head Start Society

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Edmonton, Canada

3 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Job Summary

As an ABC Head Start Education Assistant, you will play an integral role in supporting ABC Head Start's mission and vision of raising families out of poverty and helping children harness their superpowers, conquer hardships, and live their best life while ensuring all children have equal access to a full and successful life.

Supported by the Site Supervisor, the Education Assistant is responsible for participation and support in the planning and implementation of early learning/head start programming as part of the interdisciplinary team.

Major Functions and Responsibilities:

Skills and abilities surveillance
IPP development and monitoring
Progress reporting
Program planning and preparation
Classroom and space design
Classroom management
Program implementation
Health and Safety
Research and Best Practice continued competency
Professional supervision/evaluation
Adhere to ABC Head Start policies, procedures and standards of practice

Required Skills & Experience:

Working with children with complex needs (ASD, FAS, Global Delays)
Experience working with preschool children and their families
Experience working with vulnerable families (including lowincome)
Intercultural competenceandexperience working with diverse populations and English language learners
Ability to work in an interdisciplinary team environment
Training in traumainformed practice and intergenerational trauma is an asset
Training in bias awareness, intercultural competence and/or reconciliation is an asset
Effective communication skills at all levels of the agency
Strong observational skills
Ability to adapt to changing situations and multiple priorities
Flight curriculum familiarity is an asset
Basic computer skills

Minimum Qualifications:

Early Learning and Child Care diploma. Special Needs Education Assistant diploma, Speech Language Pathologist Assistant diploma, Rehabilitation Practitioner Diploma or equivalent
Current First aid Certificate
Food Sanitation/Hygiene and WHMIS certification is an asset

Job Location
Specific site location to be determined

Salary
$ $24.13/hour

Work Schedule
80 hours bi-weekly, Monday - Friday

1⁄2 hour paid lunch daily

Type of Position
Regular Full Time - 10 months September thru June

Why Work with ABC Head Start Society?_

- _For qualifying positions, competitive extended health benefits package including RRSP contribution_
- _Commitment to work-life balance_
- _Opportunity for professional growth both individually and as part of a team_
- _Ongoing professional development provided both internally, and from professional bodies_
- _Work collaboratively with a diverse and inclusive team_
- _Rewarding client relationships and the opportunity to make a difference in the lives of our culturally diverse children and families_