On-Call Certified Education Assistant

We are looking to for an On-Call Education Assistant to support students at the Okanagan Indian Band Cultural Immersion School, nkmaplqs i snmamayatn kl sqilxwtet.

If you enjoy working with children one on one or in a small group within a classroom setting and supporting them in education, this position is for you!

The Education Assistant is to support the Classroom Teacher with students who require extra support, students with high needs. The Education Assistant will provide a solid and safe foundation which fosters the student’s physical, intellectual, emotional, social, and cultural development.

WHAT WE OFFER

The OKIB offers a welcoming team environment and a rewarding job experience as you join us in providing services to the Okanagan Indian Band.

SUPPORTS NEEDED

Assist Teachers with organization of material and lesson preparation

Assist Teachers with small group instruction under the direction of the classroom Teacher

Provide one to one support for students in literacy and math

Assist Teachers in identifying ways to help and support student learning outcomes

Follow and provide input into Individual Education Plans and SMART Goals while continually assessing student progress and recommending adjustments to ensure IEP goal are met

Assist in managing classroom expectations through positive reinforcement

Be a positive role model for behaviour; practice respectful student/adult interactions

Supervise outside play at recess and lunch, while on fieldtrips, and assist in other supervision duties as required

Manage incidents involving students to ensure children have a safe and secure environment

Develop and maintain a good working relationship with parents

All persons employed by the Okanagan Indian Band may be required to assist the Band in providing emergency services.Duties assigned during an emergency may differ from regular duties

Participate in staff language classes

Assist in the delivery of language to students

Perform other duties as required

QUALIFICATIONS

Education

Grade 12 diploma

Certified Education Assistant is preferred

Current First Aid/CPR certificate

Two years of experience as Education Assistant is preferred

Experience working with elementary aged students and their parents

Experience working with First Nations communities

Preference may be given to those having knowledge of the Okanagan culture and traditions