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POSITION : SPECIAL EDUCATION ASSISTANT/NOON HOUR SUPERVISOR -27 Hrs
Special Education Assistant 27 Hours per week
Starting Salary Range: $24.15 - $28.87 per hour (Effective July 1, 2023)
*Plus Benefit Package (as per CUPE Local 2145 Collective Agreement)
LOCATION: WALNUT PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
QUALIFICATIONS:
Completion of Grade 12 (Dogwood Certificate)
Minimum of one-year post-secondary training related to working with children with special needs;
Training in Non-Violent Crisis Management Techniques (e.g. CPI training) and POPARD (Provincial Outreach
Program for Autism and Related Behaviour Disorders) would be an asset
Early Childhood Education certificate would be an asset but not required
One (1) year experience working with students with special needs in a K-12 educational environment
Familiarity with computer software for students with special needs would be an asset
Demonstrated ability to use initiative to determine, judge and select appropriate course of action
Familiarity with Workers’ Compensation Board (WCB) safety procedures
Valid Class 5 - BC Driver’s Licence and an exemplary driving record as demonstrated by a current drivers’ abstract
Willing to carry out personal care procedures.Ensures that training is up to date if specific health care routines are required
Physical ability to perform the required duties
CLOSING DATE: This posting will be open until filled.
STARTING DATE: As soon as possible
NOTE: This is an internal / external posting. Current qualified CUPE applicants will be considered first and then outside applications will be considered.
ONLY THOSE APPLICANTS CHOSEN FOR INTERVIEWS WILL BE CONTACTED.
