File: 23/24 – 86a November 6, 2023

JOB POSTING

POSITION : SPECIAL EDUCATION ASSISTANT/NOON HOUR SUPERVISOR – 27 Hrs

Special Education Assistant 7 Hours per week

Special Education Assistant -LIF 16 Hours per week

Noon Hour Supervisor 4 Hours per week

Starting Salary Range: $24.15 - $28.87 per hour (Effective July 1, 2023)

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.