S2353 Teacher Assistant Ii

We are accepting
applications for the following:
Position: Teacher
Assistant II
Location: Summitview School and Grande
Cache Community High School, Grande Cache AB
https://summitviewschool.gypsd.ca/ and https://grandecacheschool.gypsd.ca/
Start Date: Immediately until the end of the 2023-2024 school year
Hours
of work: 6 hours per day, Monday to Friday,
inclusive.
Details of assignment to be disscussed with applicants during the interview process.
The competition will remain open
until: January 22, 2024 , 12:00 noon
REPORTS TO:
Works under the direction
and supervision of the School Principal and/or designate.
SUMMARY:
The Teacher Assistant II
provides assistance in the classroom and performs student support duties to
special needs students who are physically and/or mentally challenged, have learning
disabilities and/or social, emotional, and behavioral problems.
DUTIES:
The duties of this
position are not limited to the listed components, but will encompass 80% of
the assigned duties on a regular basis.
Acts as an integral part of the IEP (Individual Education Plan)
team, providing support to the student on identified objectives.
Acts as a liaison between students and professionals, providing
information to relevant staff regarding student specific program needs and
progress (i.e. School and Divisional personnel, health care and other outside
services providers).
May accompany students on outings within the community and
transport students as required.
Will administer necessary medications in accordance with GYPSD
policy.
Will assist and/or provide personal and physical care as required.
May be required to employ physical restraint if safety concerns
exist.
Maintains up-to-date anecdotal records of student’s behavior and
program progress.
Provides direct educational support to students in various
classroom and other school-related activities.
Uses computers and other specialized equipment to provide support.
May monitor students’ daily arrival, dismissal, class changes, and
lunchroom/playground activities.
Monitors class and/or students when the teacher is temporarily out
of the room.
Reports safety and discipline concerns to the teacher and/or
Principal.
Supports students in the development of life-long learning,
self-esteem, personal skills and interests.
May assist with the behavioral management of students.
Performs other assigned duties that are within the area of
knowledge and skills required by the job description.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Completion of grade 12 diploma or equivalent.
May require a valid Class 5 Driver’s license.
Technology and computer related skills.
May require specialized training and/or experience dependent on
students.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality.
Ability to work with minimal supervision and as a team player.
Physical ability to perform the required duties.
In accordance with Board Policy, the successful applicant will be
required to provide the following:
Vulnerable Sector Check
Child Welfare Record Check
Evidence of a Grade 12 Diploma or equivalent
Please submit the following:
A
cover letter and resume
The
resume must highlight professional qualifications, relevant training and
experience.
Please
include a list of three references with permission for Grande Yellowhead Public
School Division to contact any or all references.
We thank all applicants for their interest however;
we will contact only those selected for interviews.
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APPLICATIONS ACCEPTED.