Teacher Assistant

Southpointe Academy is a leading edge International Baccalaureate (IB) Continuum School surrounded by the ocean, beaches and natural beauty of South Delta. As a co-educational, secular day school serving over 660 students from Kindergarten to Grade 12, Southpointe is known for its strong sense of community, collaborative culture and commitment to professional development. The school fosters caring relationships with students and develops young people of character who make a positive difference in the world.

Southpointe features world leading programming through its highly acclaimed IB PYP (Grade K-5), MYP (Grade 6-10), and DP (Grade 11-12) programmes. The educational programme is supported through modern, purpose-built facilities and amenities.

Southpointe is seeking an energetic, outgoing and collaborative Teacher Assistant. Reporting to the Junior School Assistant Principal, the Teacher Assistant - Instructional position will commence** on August 25, 2023 and conclude on June 21, 2024.**

**Key Duties and Responsibilities**:

- Assist lead teachers in preparing and organizing classroom materials;
- Help set up and maintain a well-organized and conducive learning environment;
- Assist the lead teachers in implementing lesson plans and educational activities;
- Provide individualized attention and support to students during class activities;
- Monitor and supervise students during class time and outdoor playing times, both on and off campus, to ensure student safety and well-being;
- Assist with student transitions, such as arrival, dismissal, and lunchtime, ensuring a smooth and orderly process;
- Assist in recording student performance and behavior observations for the lead teacher's review and evaluation;
- Work closely with students who may require extra attention or assistance, including those with learning or behavioural challenges;
- Collaborate with the lead teachers and other specialists to implement individualized education plans (IEPs) and accommodations for students with special requirements;
- Collaborate with other staff members, including the administrative team;
- Assist in promoting a positive and respectful learning environment;
- Support the lead teachers in managing classroom behavior and implementing classroom expectations;
- Supervise students in classrooms while the lead teachers work with small groups of students in nearby learning spaces;
- Communicate positively with all members of the school community;
- Assume responsibility of the After-School-Care program when needed;
- Under the guidance of a lead teacher, or outside vendor, assist with the supervision of students during Co-Curricular Club periods;
- Perform other related duties as assigned.

**Essential Qualifications**:

- Successful completion of a secondary school graduation program or equivalent;
- Proven ability to implement behaviour management techniques as well as flexibility in response to student behaviours (e.g. adjusting and adapting strategies);
- Ability to work independently and cooperatively while following the direction and guidance of classroom/resource teacher(s)/administrators;
- Ability to operate a variety of office and school equipment, including equipment specific to the needs of the student(s);
- Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills;
- Ability to use judgment when providing information;
- Physically capable of performing the duties of the position;
- Knowledge of safe work practices.

**Preferred Qualifications**:

- Completion of a recognized post-secondary Educational Assistant program;
- 1 year of recent experience related to meeting the needs of student(s).

**Hours of Work**:

- Monday - Friday, 8:30am - 4:30pm when students are in attendance.

**Salary and Benefits**:

- As per Collective Agreement: $30.75 per hour;
- Comprehensive health and dental plan, and other extended benefits;
- RRSP matching;
- Staff wellness program;
- Subsidized school lunch programme.

**Application Instructions**:

- Cover Letter;
- Resume;
- Two letters of reference from past supervisors.

Applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada or be in the process of obtaining the appropriate visa(s).