Accelerated Academy Looking for Grade 5 Math and Science Educational Assistant at Medicine Hat, AB Full Time

Do you believe quality education can transform a child’s future? And that school success has long-term effects on their overall self-image and confidence. Are you passionate about working with children in grades 4-6 and understand the importance of planning for these experiences? If so, we are currently hiring for the position of Grade 5 Math and Science Educational Assistant and we would love to hear from you!

We are establishing a new Learning Centre in Medicine Hat, AB. We envision our program setting the standard for academic excellence for math and science. Our core values of Respect and Responsibility, Excellence, Empathy, Highest Potential, and Quality Service all support our vision of high-quality education.

Our programs build strong brains for success, nurturing the unlimited potential in academics and intelligence in children. These values and our common purpose shape our school culture, with a focus on supporting our most valuable assets: our team.

Our teachers and assistants have a strong knowledge and skill base in science and mathematics, strong interpersonal skills and find joy in working with children and adults. They are committed to learning and teaching in small groups, focusing on helping each child achieve their true potential academically, emotionally, and socially. We promote a student-centered learning environment that cultivates motivated, confident learners. Our director works alongside you as a coach to provide the best possible programming for children and a positive environment for staff.

Position Summary:

This position requires a mature, responsible, patient individual who has respect for children. The teachers will encourage the children to be independent and model for them strong work habits, integrity and character. The teacher will also instruct children in activities designed to promote intellectual, social, and physical growth.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following but are not limited to:

• Be prepared to make a difference every day!
• Be accountable for the delivery of a prepared math and science program

• Follow the Alberta Curriculum expectations
• Ensure best practices in education and new, innovative ways of presenting the information.
• Prepare and present the materials in an organized, exciting way that will promote learning.
• Adapt to children’s needs for effective learning
• Teach children to solve problems independently and respect themselves and others
• Build self-esteem and help children gain new knowledge each day
• Guide children’s behavior to help them learn.
• Be responsible for ensuring an educational, caring and safe environment for the children
• Be responsible for reporting challenges, successes and competencies of each child to the Program Director and parents
• Effective communication skills and strong organizational skills are crucial
• Work with children individually or in small groups to develop knowledge, skills, and competencies
• Provide thorough and active supervision of students at all times

• Participate in maintaining a safe, clean, and welcoming classroom environment;
• Collaborate with team members for program implementation and development;
• Supervise outdoor play, and lunchtime
• Maintain professional attitudes and loyalty to the program
• Maintain confidentiality about children, their families, and other employees inside and outside of the school;
• Follow directions given by the Director
• Other duties as needed.

Qualifications/Requirements:

• Educational Assistant/Early Childhood Certification/BEd or related field
• Or Alberta Child Care Certification Level 2 (Assistant) or higher
• Current first-aid certificate (may be obtained upon hire)
• Ability to lift a min. of 40 lbs to hold a child if they are hurt.
• Criminal record Check/vulnerable sector check, within past 6 months (may be obtained upon hire)
• Minimum 4 Years’ Experience with children

Job Types: Part-time, Permanent
Part-time hours: 11-18 per week

Schedule:

• Day shift

Education:

• Secondary School (preferred)

Experience:

• working with children/youth: 2 years (preferred)

Application deadline: 2022-10-31
Expected start date: 2022-10-28