Full-Time Education Assistant

Position: Full-Time Education Assistant

Start/End Date: Immediately to June 2024

Az-Zahraa Islamic Academy (Richmond) is seeking an Education Assistant to provide educational and functional support to students with special needs, in and out of the classroom. Educational Assistants participate in the implementation of the educational, emotional, social and physical programs for students. The qualifications for this position are: - a certificate in a Special Education Assistant program from a recognized institution, including a successful supervised practicum component at an Elementary school or similar experience will be considered.

Additionally, you should be Muslim, or have a strong background in Islam to be able to confidently work with students in the school’s locally developed Salaat program.

A successful candidate would include:

• Supporting the Islamic philosophy and principles of Az-Zahraa Islamic Academy

• The ability to work effectively with a full range of students, including students with special needs, utilizing specific skills and training.

• The ability to provide intellectual, behaviour and functional support at Kindergarten - Grade 9 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.

• The ability to organize workload, work under periodic pressure and complete assignments with minimal supervision.

• The ability to perform physical activities, such as, lifting, transferring and assisting students in a variety of activities and providing personal care as necessary.

• The ability to deliver the locally developed Salaat program to a primary or intermediate grade.

We are inviting applications from caring and capable individuals who are able to make a difference in a child(ren)’s academic performance. The salary is competitive and equivalent to the Public School’s rates. Benefits are also offered as part of the compensation package.

Please submit a cover letter and recent resume along with proof of courses and practicum reports and include email addresses of two sponsor teachers or EA mentors supervisors as professional references (if applicable).

All interested applicants are welcome to apply, however, only those being considered for an interview will be contacted.

Applications will be accepted until April 16, 2024. Resumes and supporting documents should be emailed to pcohee@azia.ca