Education Assistants - Casual on-call
- Richmond, BC, Canada
Temporary
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- Job type
- Temporary
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- Working hours
- 32.5 hour per week
- Posting language
- English
- Posted
Original job description
Education Assistants Casual On-Call
Recognized for its dedication to inclusion, diversity, and strong partnerships with the community, the Richmond School District is among one of the largest districts in British Columbia with some of the highest graduation rates in the province. With a deep history of high quality experiences for students, the Richmond School District is the best place to learn and lead.
As an employer, we provide comprehensive growth, learning and engagement opportunities to the 2,600 committed professionals across the district.School District No. 38 (Richmond) is seeking Education Assistants to provide educational and functional support to students with special needs, in and out of the classroom.
Education Assistants participate in the implementation of the educational, emotional, social and physical programs for students. The required qualifications for this position are: a certificate in a Special Education Assistant program from a recognized institution, including a successful supervised practicum component at both an Elementary and Secondary school as well as:
We have permanent full time 32.5 hour per week positions available, in both Elementary and SecondarySchools, as well as casual on-call available. The hourly rate of pay for permanent EAs is $33.10, plus a comprehensive benefit package. The hourly rate of pay for casual EAs is $29.90, plus 4% statutory holiday pay and 7% in lieu of sick benefits. To be considered, you MUST upload ALL of the following documents:
The Richmond School District is the best place to learn and lead.
Recognized for its dedication to inclusion, diversity, and strong partnerships with the community, the Richmond School District is among one of the largest districts in British Columbia with some of the highest graduation rates in the province. With a deep history of high quality experiences for students, the Richmond School District is the best place to learn and lead.
As an employer, we provide comprehensive growth, learning and engagement opportunities to the 2,600 committed professionals across the district.School District No. 38 (Richmond) is seeking Education Assistants to provide educational and functional support to students with special needs, in and out of the classroom.
Education Assistants participate in the implementation of the educational, emotional, social and physical programs for students. The required qualifications for this position are: a certificate in a Special Education Assistant program from a recognized institution, including a successful supervised practicum component at both an Elementary and Secondary school as well as:
- Ability to work effectively with a full range of students, including students with special needs, utilizing specific skills and training.
- Ability to provide intellectual, behaviour and functional support at K-12 levels.
- The ability to use patience, tolerance and understanding in developing and maintaining a rapport with students and in resolving problems or conflicts that may arise.
- Strong communication skills, including the ability to work collaboratively with teachers, administrators and outside agencies.
- Ability to organize workload, work under periodic pressure and complete assignments with minimal supervision.
- Ability to perform physical activities, such as, lifting, transferring and assisting students in a variety of activities and providing personal care as necessary.
- Grade 12 plus a certificate or diploma in an Education Assistant program from a recognized institution, including work experience or practicum training component equivalent.
- Ability to perform physical activities, such as lifting, transferring and assisting students in a variety of activities and providing care as necessary.
- Current resume and cover letter
- Two (2) reference contacts (name, title, phone number, email, school/program). Preferred reference contacts are sponsor teachers or EA mentors.
- Copy of entire practicum evaluation from each placement
- Copy of Education Assistant program grades transcripts
- Copy of Education Assistant diploma or certificate
- Early Childhood Education certificate or diploma will not be considered as a substitute for an Education Assistant program.
The Richmond School District is the best place to learn and lead.
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Responsibilities
Provide educational and functional support to students with special needs in and out of the classroom. Help implement students’ educational, emotional, social, and physical programs, including behavioral support and personal care as needed.
Requirements
Requires Grade 12 and a certificate or diploma from a recognized Education Assistant program, including equivalent work experience or practicum training; the posting also specifies supervised practicum experience in both elementary and secondary schools. Candidates must be able to support students across K–12, communicate and collaborate effectively, organize their workload, and assist with physical activities and personal care.
Skills
- Special Education Support
- Student Support
- Behavioral Support
- Functional Support
- Communication
- Collaboration
- Conflict Resolution
- Organization
- Time Management
- Patience
- Physical Assistance
- Personal Care
Benefits
- Statutory Holiday Pay
- Sick Benefits
Visa sponsorship
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Categories
- Education
Keywords
- Education Assistant
- Special Education
- Special Needs
- K–12
- Elementary School
- Secondary School
- Educational Support
- Functional Support
- Behavioral Support
- Emotional Support
- Social Support
- Physical Support
- Personal Care
- Supervised Practicum
- Student Programs
- Teacher Collaboration
- Administrator Collaboration
- Outside Agencies
- Conflict Resolution
- Workload Organization
- Lifting
- Transferring Students