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We are accepting
applications for the following:
Position: Teacher Assistant II
Location: École Mountain View School,
Hinton AB
https://ecolemountainview.gypsd.ca/
Start Date: Immediately until the end
of the school year.
Hours
of work: 6 hours per day, Monday to Friday,
inclusive.
The competition will remain open
until: January
9, 2023
REPORTS TO:
Works under the direction
and supervision of the School Principal and/or designate.
SUMMARY:
The Teacher Assistant II
provides assistance in the classroom and performs student support duties to
special needs students who are physically and/or mentally challenged, have
learning disabilities and/or social, emotional, and behavioral problems.
DUTIES:
The duties of this
position are not limited to the listed components, but will encompass 80% of
the assigned duties on a regular basis.
Acts as an integral part
of the IEP (Individual Education Plan) team, providing support to the student
on identified objectives.
Acts as a liaison between
students and professionals, providing information to relevant staff regarding
student specific program needs and progress (i.e. School and divisional
personnel, health care and other outside services providers).
May accompany students on
outings within the community and transport students as required.
Will administer necessary
medications in accordance with GYPSD policy.
Will assist and/or provide
personal and physical care as required.
May be required to employ
physical restraint if safety concerns exist.
Maintains up-to-date
anecdotal records of student’s behavior and program progress.
Provides direct
educational support to students in various classroom and other school-related
activities.
Uses computers and other
specialized equipment to provide support.
May monitor students’
daily arrival, dismissal, class changes, and lunchroom/playground activities.
Monitors class and/or
students when the teacher is temporarily out of the room.
Reports safety and
discipline concerns to the teacher and/or Principal.
Supports students in the
development of life-long learning, self-esteem, personal skills and interests.
May assist with the
behavioral management of students.
Performs other assigned
duties that are within the area of knowledge and skills required by the job
description.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Completion of grade 12
diploma or equivalent.
May require a valid Class
5 Driver’s license.
Technology and computer
related skills.
May require specialized
training and/or experience dependent on students.
Excellent oral and written
communication skills.
Ability to maintain a high
level of confidentiality.
Ability to work with
minimal supervision and as a team player.
Physical ability to
perform the required duties.
Additional: French speaking is preferred.
In accordance with Board Policy, the successful applicant will be
required to provide the following:
Vulnerable Sector Check
Child Welfare Record Check
Evidence of a Grade 12 Diploma or equivalent
Please submit the following:
A
cover letter and resume
The
resume must highlight professional qualifications, relevant training and
experience.
Please
include a list of three references with permission for Grande Yellowhead Public
School Division to contact any or all references.
We thank all applicants for their interest however;
we will contact only those selected for interviews.
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APPLICATIONS ACCEPTED.