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LEARNING STRATEGIES TEACHER ASSISTANT
Senior School (Gr. 8-12)
Part time, 0.5 FTE
September 6, 2022 to June 23, 2023
Working at York House School
York House School is a vibrant and close-knit school community where people feel valued, engaged, and connected to the school. All staff contribute towards our rigorous and innovative programs that enable our Yorkies to develop knowledge, skills, and global competencies to succeed in the world beyond our doors.
Position Summary
York House School is inviting applications from compassionate, innovative and qualified Resource Educational Assistants committed to providing an exceptional 21st-century learning environment for our students. The successful candidate will demonstrate an ability to work with students with a variety of learning differences and exceptionalities. Through working alongside the Learning Strategies Coordinator, Educational Assistants play an important role in the implementation of IEPs (Individual Education Plans) by performing a variety of functions to support our diverse learners, including working one-to-one with students in the classroom.
Qualifications
Diploma of Educational Assistant with Special Education training
Two years working in Special Education preferred
Experience and/or qualifications in working with children with hearing impairments, ASD, and learning disabilities
British Columbia Teachers certification is an asset
Independent School experience is an asset
Knowledge, Skills and Experience
Knowledge of British Columbia Curriculum and pedagogy
Knowledge of the current research on girls and learning, developing critical 21st-century global capacities
Demonstrated experience as an enthusiastic and caring educator. A commitment to diversity and inclusion in all its many dimensions
Collaborative and flexible, supportive, and effective team-player
Ability to develop strong professional relationships with all stakeholders
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Strong organizational and time-management skills
Demonstrated commitment to educating the whole student
Demonstrated ability to integrate technology purposefully to transform learning
Demonstrated ability to differentiate instruction and assessment practices to meet the needs of individual learners
Experience using an inquiry-based and project-based learning approach
Committed to continuous professional growth and improvement
Review our Career Page for more information about benefits and programs for staff.
Please apply online here.
The posting is open until filled. Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible, as we will be contacting candidates as applications arrive. All employees of YHS must be able to provide a passed vulnerable sector screening criminal record report. We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
About York House School
York House School, located in the heart of Vancouver, is one of Canada’s leading independent schools for girls. Founded in 1932 by seven progressive and insightful women, York House provides an outstanding education for approximately 650 girls from Junior Kindergarten to Grade 12. For more information about York House School, please visit our website at yorkhouse.ca.
