Anticipated Education Assistants

Description:

Education Assistants participate in the implementation of individual programs for students in the areas of: academic/intellectual, social/emotional, behaviour, and independence in an inclusive environment. An Education Assistant Diploma is desired; however lesser qualified applicants may be considered.

Successful applicants will posses a variety of skills, including:

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

Ability to provide educational and functional support at k-12 levels

The ability to use patience, tolerance and understanding in building and maintaining rapport with students.

Strong communication skills while working collaboratively with teachers, administrators and colleagues

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