Certified Education Assistant 3

This position works 6.25 hours per day, 4 days per week, 10 months per year, and is laid off over Spring Break, Summer Break and Winter Break. Following successful completion of the probationary period, the incumbent will be eligible for Extended Health Benefits. School District No. 73 belongs to the Municipal Pension Plan.

Located in the stunning surroundings of BC’s interior, the Kamloops-Thompson School District is a diverse and growing environment committed to great local education. The District has a Local Education Agreement with each of the local First Nations.

SD73 is dedicated to creating a safe, caring, and healthy learning and working environment that is inclusive of the diversity of their entire learning community. Embedded in SD73’s framework is the directive to provide ongoing and meaningful learning opportunities for all students, staff and community groups, with continuous improvement of instruction and assessment to reflect traditional learning practices and provide an opportunity for strong revitalization of language and culture for students from all backgrounds.

With a strong commitment to its Indigenous learners, SD73 sees decolonization and the Truth and Reconciliation Commission’s Calls to Action as parts of its core mission.

Serving approximately 16,000 students, 2,700 students of Aboriginal ancestry, in 48 schools our District offers a variety of enhancement programs, including: French immersion, International Baccalaureate, sports academies, trades programs, a K-12 fine arts school, Montessori, and an elementary science and technology school.

School District No. 73 is located on the territory of the Secwepemc Nation and serves 7 local bands and the Métis Nation in a large geographical area.

Our District covers more than 27,000 kilometres and busses about 4,000 students more than 9,000 kilometres every day. We have 34 elementary schools, one middle school, 10 secondary schools, one Kindergarten-to-Grade 12 school, one alternate education program and one distance education school. We employ nearly 3,000 people and have an annual budget of approximately $200 million.

Under the limited supervision of the Principal(s) and with general direction from the classroom teacher(s), the CEA 3 - Behaviour carries out a variety of tasks associated with the implementation of an individual or group education program while providing support for the behavioral and emotional needs of the student(s) assigned to them. Also provides input as part of a classroom team.

**TYPICAL DUTIES**:
Assists classroom teacher in all aspects of daily classroom activities, including direct involvement with either individual or small groups of students with multiple learning difficulties where the predominant characteristic is behaviour that is unpredictable, unintentional and a result of a reflex action. Students at this level may require some physical care or have some medical concerns that are not the primary concern.

Provides assistance and support primarily for behaviour goals as required by the student(s) assigned to their care.

Required to read, anticipate and manage behaviour that may be a result of medical diagnoses and/or pharmacological interventions.

Provides direct supervision at all times and across all school settings.

Required to lift and/or restrain students.

Assists with the development of various social, emotional and curriculum needs.

Observes, monitors, records and provides feedback in areas identified as specific program goals.

Prepares and modifies a variety of classroom materials as required.

Assists students in the integration process.

Provides noon hour supervision and other supervision as required.

Participates in field trips and class activities/outings.

Assists with the implementation and reinforcement of behavioural expectations and appropriate conduct.

Interacts with parents, teachers and others on an as required basis.

Other assigned job related duties.

**ABILITIES, KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS**:
Ability to communicate and maintain effective working relationships with the public, students, teachers, Principals and other employees of the Board.

Ability to work effectively as part of a classroom team.

Ability to identify and perform a variety of tasks within the program plan.

Physical ability to lift or restrain students as required.

Working knowledge of the special programs used in order to assist students with special needs.

Basic Computer Skills.

**QUALIFICATIONS**:
Grade 12 supplemented by a minimum of one (1) year post-secondary education in a related field supplemented by three (3) behaviour management courses.

Two (2) years proven previous work experience involving children with special needs, preferably in an educational setting.

Some positions require a valid B.C. Driver’s License.

Applications should include cover letter, resume, and at least three (3) professional references.