Academic Support and Extended Learning Aide

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 710 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 takes immense pride in its world-class educational offerings. The International Baccalaureate Primary Years (Grades K-5), Middle Years (Grades 6-10), and Diploma (Grades 11-12) Programmes are globally recognized for their excellence, rigour and educational impact. These distinguished programmes are complemented by state-of-the-art facilities and purpose-built amenities, ensuring an innovative environment for learning. Southpointe is actively constructing a cutting-edge expansion campus spanning over 75,000 square feet, seamlessly integrated with its existing facilities. This substantial undertaking not only mirrors the school's continuous growth, but also demonstrates a sustained commitment to offering an optimal learning environment for all members of the school community.

Southpointe is seeking an energetic, outgoing and collaborative professional who shares a commitment to inquiry and concept-based learning environment. Reporting to the Junior School Assistant Principal, or designate, the **Academic Support and Extended Learning Aide position will commence as soon as possible**, and will conclude on June 19th, 2026.

**Key Duties and Responsibilities**
- _These may include, but are not limited to..._
- Act in a leading role to plan, organize, and deliver co-curricular and/or athletic opportunities for students from Kindergarten to Grade 5;
- Provide support for students participating in co-curricular activities and/or athletics; collaborate with lead teachers or specialists to provide assistance where needed;
- Promote the alignment of co-curricular involvement with the core values of the school, fostering character development, teamwork, and a well-rounded education for all students;
- Assist the leadership team with the coordination of special events, including, but not limited to, displaying student work and organizing resources and materials;
- Support instructional activities by assisting the lead teacher or specialist teachers in preparing and delivering instructional materials and lessons;
- Support and maintain a safe and organized classroom environment, ensuring students adhere to classroom expectations and school policies;
- Provide additional support to students during class exercises, and work individually or in small groups to reinforce learning concepts;
- Collaborate with the Head of Junior School Learning Support to assist students with learning differences;
- Conduct individual assessments of students under the direction of the administration, Head of Junior School Learning Support and/or lead teacher;
- Regular and ongoing weekly outdoor supervision duties;
- Assist students with day-to-day educational needs, which include, but are not limited to, meal distribution, and field-trip monitoring;
- Act as a backup for any Co-Curricular Club, as needed;
- Model a strong work ethic, high standard of commitment, and maintain excellent professionalism in all interactions with colleagues, administrators, students and parents;
- Participate in community building events, both in and out of school hours;
- Offer expertise, experience and enthusiasm when leading or organizing co-curricular activities;
- May include additional responsibilities, as needed.

**Qualifications and Education Requirements**:

- Proven ability to communicate and work collaboratively with administration;
- Experience collaborating with diverse stakeholder groups to foster and enhance a positive work environment;
- Proven ability to implement behaviour management techniques as well as flexibility in response to student behaviours (e.g. adjusting and adapting strategies);
- Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills;
- Ability to use professional judgement when discussing confidential information about students;
- Ability to operate a variety of office and school equipment, including equipment specific to the needs of the student(s);
- Ability to sustain the level of fitness required to lead and participate in athletic and co-curricular activities;
- Knowledge of safe work practices.

**Preferences**
- Specialized training such as a Behaviour Intervention Certificate or Disability and Applied Behaviour Analysis is beneficial;
- POPARD (Program for Autism and Related Disorders) training or similar autism-focused certifications are highly valued;
- Experience working with multiple age levels of students, including neurodiverse children;
- Valid First Aid Certificate.

**Salary**
- $33.27 per