EA’s will assist teachers in student assessment and evaluation through observation, record keeping and data collection. At Seabird Island Community School, Education Assistants are valued members of the school community and they make a significant contribution to the work of the school and toward the education of all students.
Qualifications/Requirements:
Full Vaccination aginst COVID-19 is a precondition of new employment. A successful candidate offered employment at SIB will need to provide proof of full vaccination prior to commencing employment. Exemptions permitted under applicable SIB COVID Vaccination Policy.
Must be a Certified Educational Assistant.
Must have experience working with “Implementing Read Well, Reading Mastery and Saxon Math programs.”
Provide effective support for students with special needs.
Demonstrate willingness to work as part of a planning team.
Ability to maintain positive, supportive, and professional relationships with students.
High professional, moral, and ethical standards.
Strong leadership and motivational skills.
Willingness to work collaboratively with staff, parents and administration.
Willingness to contribute to a positive school culture by volunteering in extracurricular activities
Proficient computer skills including Microsoft Office Applications (Word, Excel, Internet, and Email).
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to adhere to Oath of Confidentiality and Seabird Island Band Policies and Procedure.
Knowledge and respect of Stó:lō culture, traditions and language is considered an asset.
Experience working with First Nations community is considered an asset.
Knowledge, training, and experience in working with children on the autism spectrum is an asset
Valid BC Driver’s License, Class 5.
Satisfactory Criminal Record Check.
Primary Responsibilities:
Assist classroom teacher with the supervision of “the students” to provide academic, social and/or essential life skills. Support learning and skill development activities in classroom.
Assist in the development and implementation of Individual Educational Plans, as this term is defined in
Educational Standards Order M41191 issued by the Minister of Education, in conjunction with the School administrators and/or professional resource personnel engaged by the School.
Review and reinforce learning activities using learning strategies developed by the teacher.
Assist students with learning activities and/or independent study projects developed by teacher/team.
Facilitate student learning individually and in small groups. Is actively involved with “the students” during most activities.
Observe and document learner strengths, achievements, and needs through daily learning activities. Carries out functional (informal) assessment activities to assist the teacher in developing learner profiles.
Assist in the collection of data for the purpose of evaluating student progress. Maintain appropriate records as requested by administration.
Develop and prepare appropriate materials for learning as needed.
Work with parents, health care professionals and other support staff under the direction of the teacher.
Assist teacher in communicating academic and social progress to parents during teacher/parent conferences.
Assist in the inside/outside supervision of the students as requested by the teacher.
Provide such assistance as the principal considers necessary for the supervision of students at the School and at School functions whenever and wherever held, which shall include, but not limited to, attendance at and participation in all evening School activities and the Seabird Island Annual Festival.
Maintain and acquire special training specific to the needs of the students as approved by Principal.
Respect and abide by the line of authority as established by the Employer and communicated to the Education Assistant.
Provide fair and just discipline to the students; conduct discipline practices in a fair and consistent manner in accordance with school discipline policies.
Make an effort to learn the Halq’eméylem language and consistently promote the spoken language in the classroom.
Attend and participate in all schools staff meetings and cultural events.
Communicate from a bias-free perspective.
Help to maintain a classroom environment that supports traditional values.
Perform other child care worker or emergent duties which are within the scope of knowledge, skills and abilities required by this position.
Conduct her/himself in such a manner as not to bring discredit or disrespect upon the profession of teaching, the Employer or the Seabird Island Community.
Abide by the policies set out by the School and Band.
Other duties or responsibilities as assigned by your supervisor, Director, or the CAO
Core Competencies:
Client Focus
Initiative
Team Work
Valuing Cultural Diversity
Work Ethic and Values
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