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Title posted on ApplyToEducation - Educational Assistant - PLACE (CLB) - Permanent
Posted on November 30, 2024 by Employer details Elk Island Public Schools
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Elk Island Public Schools (EIPS) is one of the largest school divisions in Alberta, serving the education needs of approximately 17,950 students in 42 schools. Every day, the staff and students of EIPS are encouraged to pursue opportunities to grow and discover their passions in life. We pride ourselves on providing staff and students with the tools to achieve success by offering dynamic programming, current resources, and practical professional learning opportunities. EIPS is recruiting a full-time Educational Assistant in thePLACEProgram at Clover Bar Junior High. Clover Bar Junior High serves approximately 430 students in grades 7 to 9, with 22 teaching staff and nine support staff. The school is located in Sherwood Park, AB. Clover Bar Junior High staff work hard to help students become the best they can be, providing opportunities to be engaged in their learning as well as involved in a variety of extracurricular activities such as art, band, drama, construction, foods, team sports and social activities. Commencing December 9, 2024 31.25 hours per week (Monday to Thursday, 6.25 hours per day) Open to internal and external applicants Click on Sign in With Employee Email to be considered an Internal Applicant EIPS offers a comprehensive benefit package The Practical Learning and Community Education (PLACE) Program is a specialized system program designed to meet the needs of students identified with moderate cognitive (intellectual) disabilities and significant delays in most areas of development including physical, medical, sensory or behavioural challenges. The focus of the program is to improve academic, communication, self-care, social, vocational and independentliving skills within a safe and structured learning environment, as well as within the community. PLACE students will receive a high school certificate of completion, rather than a high school diploma. Flexible and responsive instruction is guided by an Instructional Support Plan (ISP), builds on individual strengths and needs and follows the Alberta Education Programs of Study, with adaptations or modifications as necessary. The PLACE Program is supported by Elk Island Public Schools Specialized Supports multi-disciplinary team. Key Duties/Responsibilities Educational Assistants (EAs) assist teachers with many instructional and non-instructional tasks in the classroom and with other school activities. EAs work as members of the school and student support team. EAs either work with a particular special needs student or a group of students within a class or in a special program. The EA provides routine and repetitive instructional support. Under the direction of the teacher, an EA assists the student in acquiring the education and skills necessary for advancement in the educational setting. To reach this objective, the EA follows an individually prescribed learning program, through team planning and working one-on-one with the student(s). This involves routine recording, basic charting and logging of observations. EAs may provide personal care and additional assistance for students depending on their particular needs. Qualifications Education and Experience High School Diploma Educational Assistant Certificate or comparable education would be an asset First Aid certificate would be an asset Non-Violent Crisis Intervention training would be an asset Courses related to working with students with special needs would also be an asset Minimum of one-year related experience Demonstrated Skills and Competencies Strong oral and listening communication skills Strong interpersonal skills combined with tact and diplomacy Strong organizational skills, time management skills and pacing skills to support student scheduling Reliability and dependability Ability to work effectively as an active team member in cooperation with other team members and students Comfort and competency in working with- LocationSherwood Park, AB
- Workplace information On site
- SalaryNot available
- Terms of employment Permanent employmentFull time
- Starts as soon as possible
- vacancies 1 vacancy
- Source ApplyToEducation #2805540
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