Educational Assistant

2 weeks ago

Calgary, Canada Palliser School Division Full time
Temporary Full-Time Educational Assistant

Location: CIS - Akram Jomaa Campus

Anticipated Start Date: September 10, 2024 (or date mutually agreeable)

Anticipated End Date: June 26, 2025

Assignment: Educational Assistant

FTE: Full-Time (pro-rated) annual hours

The Palliser School Division is committed to engendering and supporting the values of the broader society: empathy, integrity, respect, trust, and responsibility. If the children of this community are to realize these values, the division acknowledges its responsibility to provide an exemplary education. Students come first. Learning is our central purpose. Public education serves the common good. The Palliser School Division encourages an inclusive and equitable workplace, which supports our diverse student and employee community. We encourage all applicants to join our dynamic, diverse, and collaborative culture and welcome applications from all qualified individuals.

Located in the City of Calgary and supporting grades K to 12, CIS - Akram Jomaa Campus is currently looking to hire a compassionate, dedicated, and motivated Educational Assistant to fill a Temporary, Full-Time Educational Assistant position starting September 10 , 2024, (or date mutually agreeable). At the Calgary Islamic School - Akram Jomaa Campus, over 1000 students are in attendance. The student population is highly diverse and many students originate from Middle Eastern and South Asian countries. Students come from a variety of socioeconomic backgrounds and are highly motivated to learn and achieve their academic and religious goals. Students at CIS have a variety of learning needs and many students are English Language Learners (ELL). Students are actively involved in extra-curricular activities after school and many co-curricular activities within school. Finally, successful students at CIS are accomplished learners who embody excellence in character and devotion to their religion.

When you apply to the Palliser School Division, you can feel good about serving our future leaders and contributing to student success.

Benefits:

Comprehensive paid benefit package through Alberta School Employee Benefit Plan (ASEBP)

Qualifications:

Completion of a recognized post-secondary certificate or recognized vocational certificate in Special Education, Educational Assistant, Child Care/Development demonstrated successful practicum experience working with students and children with complex needs

Other equivalent combinations of directly related education and directly related experience may also be considered

Strong understanding of diverse learners and learning challenges

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Current Standard First Aid and CPR certificates (Child CPR Certificate is a strong asset)

Responsibilities:

Ensures client safety, personal safety and safety of others

Ability to work effectively within a team environment

Student Support: Provide one-on-one or small group support to students with special needs, helping them to access the curriculum and achieve their learning goals.

Instructional Assistance: Collaborate with teachers to adapt lesson plans, instructional materials, and teaching techniques to meet the needs of students with diverse learning abilities.

Behavioural Support: Implement behaviour management strategies as outlined in individual education plans (IEPs), providing consistent support to help students develop positive behaviours.

Physical Assistance: Assist students with personal care, mobility, and other physical needs as required, ensuring their safety and comfort throughout the school day.

Communication: Facilitate effective communication between students and teachers, keeping all parties informed of student progress and any challenges that arise.

Documentation: Maintain accurate records of student progress, behaviour, and any incidents, and participate in IPP meetings and other collaborative planning sessions.

Classroom Environment: Help create and maintain a positive, inclusive, and supportive classroom environment that fosters student engagement and learning.

Performs other related duties as required.

In order to maintain a safe and secure working environment, applicants new to The Palliser School Division must provide:

Criminal Record Check, including vulnerable sector check from Local Police Service or RCMP detachment;

Social Insurance Number (SIN) card or document issued by Service Canada; SIN card/document must be in current legal name. Name on SIN card/document must match your Government Issued ID and Criminal Record Check;

Government issued ID - valid driver's license, valid passport or nexus card.

To apply for this opportunity please complete an application through the Palliser School Division recruitment portal. Please ensure you attach the following documentation to your application:

Please ensure you attach the following documentation to your application:

Cover letter directed to Ramy Elhamalawy , Principal, AJ Campus ;

Resume summarizing training and experience;

Copy of your most recent evaluation;

Minimum of three professional references.

We thank all those who apply, but only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

By virtue of the submission of an application, the applicant agrees that the superintendent or designate can contact previous employers for the purpose of conducting confidential reference checks whether or not the applicant has listed a reference for that employer.

Mr. Shane Cranston, Director

Palliser School Division

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