Why the Abbotsford School District?
Every day, in every classroom and office at Abbotsford School District, our employees provide a world-class, innovative educational experience for over 19,000 students. We provide a workplace that fosters creativity, inspires excellence, and challenges everyone to embrace growth.
Working in public education is both challenging and rewarding, but at the Abbotsford School District we truly believe that every one of our employees has the opportunity to help children learn, grow, and succeed.
Position Summary
Under the general direction of the Principal, and with the supervision of the classroom teacher, the Educational Assistant works in an integrated setting to aid and support special needs students in accomplishing their IEP (individual education plan) objectives by ensuring a safe learning environment, reinforcing social protocols, promoting personal health and hygiene as required and in accordance with established policies and procedures, and providing academic support as required. The needs of students include a range of learning and physical disabilities, mental illnesses, and/or complex disabilities.
The overall goal of the Educational Assistant is to aid students in achieving their IEP goals and encourage their personal level of independence in a professional and courteous manner.
The job involves maintaining confidentiality in all matters of the school district and current, proficient knowledge of the documentation practices, detailed procedures, School District Policies and Ministry of Education Legislation.
Specific Accountabilities
Physical Requirements And Expectations
This position requires a relatively equal balance of standing/walking and sitting to accommodate students’ needs. Incumbents may be required to briskly walk on occasion and physically assist students using lifts and transfers. Incumbents may expect to be exposed to aggressive incidents from students (e.g.: biting, hitting, spitting), and bodily fluids.
Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills And Abilities
Grade 12 diploma, or equivalent, supplemented by graduation from an Education Assistant Program of 1 year and up to 2 years or equivalent from a recognized post-secondary program, current CPI (Crisis, Prevention, and Intervention) certification. A minimum of 1 year of recent related work experience with special needs students. A valid Class 5 BC Driver’s License. As well, incumbents also require the following:
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