Educational assistant for Evergreen Independent School. Evergreen Independent School is a caring and respectful community which provides a balanced education primarily for students from the Cowichan Valley, combining academic excellence and individual development, and ensuring that all students are safe, accepted and respected. This is a casual position, typically 8:00am-3:30pm Monday-Friday, with the potential for extra hours. Holidays align with school holidays.
Job Requirements
Skills:
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Experience working with elementary school aged students.
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Ability to work effectively with co-workers, students and society members with diplomacy and professionalism.
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Knowledge of current child development theories and understanding of the theories behind various learning styles.
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Ability to support and respond to different learning styles. Specialized training is an asset.
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Time management skills with ability to be flexible and multitask.
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Ability to understand and follow a lesson plan as set out by the classroom teacher.
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Willingness to learn new skills.
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Ability to lead a group of elementary-aged students.
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Accepts direction from teaching staff and colleagues when appropriate.
Specialized Knowledge/Education:
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Post secondary training in educational related subject areas, example special educational assistant diploma, early childhood educator diploma, behaviour intervention certificate.
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Current first aid certificate.
Compensation:
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Starting wage 21.17/Hr
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Benefits package including: Extended medical, Vision, Dental, Life Insurance, Group RRSP(pending minimum FTE requirements)