Kootenay/Okanagan Looking for On-Call Certified Education Assistant at Vernon, BC Full Time

We are looking to for an On-Call Education Assistant to support students at the Okanagan Indian Band Cultural Immersion School, nkmaplqs i snmamayatn kl sqilxwtet.

If you enjoy working with children one on one or in a small group within a classroom setting and supporting them in education, this position is for you!

The Education Assistant is to support the Classroom Teacher with students who require extra support, students with high needs. The Education Assistant will provide a solid and safe foundation which fosters the student’s physical, intellectual, emotional, social, and cultural development.

WHAT WE OFFER

The OKIB offers a welcoming team environment and a rewarding job experience as you join us in providing services to the Okanagan Indian Band.

SUPPORTS NEEDED

Assist teacher with preparation and organization of material and lessons

Assist with small group instruction under the direction of the Classroom Teacher

Provide one to one support for students in areas as directed by the Classroom Teacher

Assist teacher in identifying ways to help and support student learning outcomes

Seek information about student needs, academic and behaviour, from the classroom staff in order to provide the support needed

Assist in managing classroom expectations through positive reinforcement

Be a positive role model for behaviour; practice respectful student/adult and adult/adult interactions

Supervise outside play at recess and lunch, while on fieldtrips, and assist in other supervision duties as required

Manage incidents involving students to ensure children have a safe and secure environment

Perform other duties as required

All persons employed by the Okanagan Indian Band may be required to assist the Band in providing emergency services. Duties assigned during an emergency may differ from regular duties

Perform other duties as required

QUALIFICATIONS

Education

Certified Education Assistant Certificate, or equivalent

Current First Aid/CPR certificate or willing to obtain

Two years of experience as Education Assistant is preferred, or equivalent

Demonstrated ability to work with children/students who display challenging behaviours

Preference may be given to those having knowledge of the Okanagan culture and traditions