Learning Support Specialist

2 days ago


Dartmouth, Nova Scotia, Canada Colonel John Stuart Elementary Full time

About Colonel John Stuart Elementary

We are seeking a dedicated Learning Support Specialist to join our team at Colonel John Stuart Elementary.

Job Summary

The Learning Support Specialist will work closely with students, teachers, and staff to provide academic and emotional support in a dynamic educational setting.

Salary and Benefits

This is a 10-month position with a competitive annual salary of $35,817.70, including 4% vacation pay, paid every two weeks. The starting salary is based on a five-step scale with step increases occurring annually in accordance with the Collective Agreement.

As a Learning Support Specialist, you will be entitled to comprehensive health and dental benefits cost-shared with the employer, a defined benefit pension plan with contributions matched by the employer, and comprehensive sick leave benefits.

Job Description

The successful candidate will have a strong understanding of learning strategies and techniques, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work effectively with students, teachers, and staff.

Required Skills and Qualifications

  • Valid First Aid/CPR Certification (please upload certificate or proof of registration in upcoming course to your resume)
  • Light Lifting (up to 20 pounds)
  • Medium Lifting (up to 50 pounds)
  • Non-Violent Crisis Intervention Certification
  • Trained or willing to be trained in Toileting, Personal Care, Use of Assistive Technology, Seizure Management, and Behaviour Management Support
  • Experience working with Autism (an asset)

Benefits

  • Attractive schedules offering work-life balance
  • Competitive compensation
  • Comprehensive health and dental benefits cost-shared with the employer
  • Defined benefit pension plan with contributions matched by the employer
  • Comprehensive sick leave benefits
  • Excellent career opportunities and potential for professional growth and development
  • Employee and Family Assistance Program

Others

The successful candidate will be a member of the Canadian Union of Public Employees, Local 5047 (CUPE), with access to the CUPE collective agreement.

Applicants must complete the EPA Specific Questionnaire at the end of the Educational Program Assistant Resume Template.



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