Educational Assistant - Edmonton, Canada - Edmonton Catholic Schools

Edmonton Catholic Schools

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Edmonton, Canada

3 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Edmonton Catholic Schools is a large urban school division whose mission is to provide a Catholic education that inspires students to learn and that prepares them to live fully and to serve God in one another.

The Division is comprised of over 44,000 students and 5,000 employees in 95 schools plus other sites.

Educational Assistant (3):

Requisition ID: 7991

Hours Per Week: 14

Position:
Existing

FTE: 0.4

Department:
Mon. William Irwin Elementary

No Months Per Year: 10

Position Status:
Temporary

Employee Group:
Unifor

Rate of Pay:

Posting Closing Date: 2/5/24

Edmonton Catholic Schools is seeking an Educational Assistant to join Monsignor William Irwin Elementary School.

The position works as part of a multi-disciplinary team to assist students in learning and developing skills in the areas of socialization, communication, and behavior, as well as general support in the classroom.

This is a temporary 0.40 FTE (14 hours per week) position.

Job Duties

1. Program planning and implementation Assist teacher with planning, preparing and implementing programs to meet the needs of the students.
Work with the teacher to adapt/modify creative learning strategies and educational materials to support the curriculum.
Work closely with the student to enable effective usage of assistive technology.
Work with student to maintain focus and to remain on task.
Document and record observations on student's progress and learning in the log and communication book.
Organize classroom materials, activities, equipment and programs.
2. Strategy implementation Meet with specialists to understand developmental plans, receive direction and discuss options on ways to improve students' progress and growth.
Support the student daily to achieve goals to address academic, physical, behavioural and cognitive delays.
Implement developmental strategies as prescribed by the specialist such as guided walking and stretching exercises.
Observe and record the student's development, progress and behaviour.
Provide respective specialist with information and anecdotal notes to update on student's progress.
3. Personal and physical care Attend to the specific needs of students.
Provide a range of personal and physical care.
Escort student to and from transportation.
4. Behavioural support Follow the behavioural support plan as prescribed by a Behavioural Specialist and/or teacher.
Monitor and support the student in accordance with the behavioural plan.
Assist student in adapting to the classroom, developing social skills, selfesteem, independence, and interaction with others.
Monitor student throughout the day to ensure safety and to anticipate needs.
5. Educational team support Assist coworkers during peak periods and absences.
Work with other students.
Participate in school activities, special events and projects.
Provide other support and perform duties as directed.

Qualifications

High school, postsecondary courses in a related discipline (i.e. child and youth care, special needs, early childhood development) plus one year directly related experience. An equivalent combination of experience and qualifications will be considered.
Knowledge of Nonviolent Crisis Intervention techniques and strategies, First Aid, CPR, and administering medication.
Knowledge of classroom routines, equipment and assistive technology.
Knowledge of Microsoft programs including Office 365, Word, Outlook and Internet Explorer.
Knowledge of Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy (FOIP) Legislation specifically related to student records management.
Knowledge of Workplace Safety and awareness of Occupational Health and Safety regulations.
Awareness of behavioural analytics principles.
Understanding of school and Division programs and an awareness of the Alberta Education curriculum.
Good observation skills and the ability to record data.
Good teamwork skills and the ability to work in partnership with the teacher to implement instructional plans.
Ability to work as part of a multidisciplinary team to meet the educational, physical, emotional and behavioural needs of the student.
Good verbal and written communication skills with the ability to develop and maintain communication with students, teachers and specialists.
Ability to communicate with sensitivity, diplomacy and tact is essential.
Ability to effectively communicate in the English language both verbal and written.
Ability to work with students which may require lifting, squatting, kneeling and bending.

Posting Closing Date:
February 2, 2024

Edmonton Catholic Schools offers a comprehensive benefits program based on contract status as part of its total compensation package.