Full-Time Temporary Educational Assistant

Elk Island Public Schools (EIPS) is one of the largest school divisions in Alberta, serving the educational needs of approximately 17,750 students in 43 schools. The Division prides itself on providing staff and students with the tools to achieve success by offering dynamic programming, up-to-date resources and practical professional learning opportunities.
EIPS is recruiting a full-time Educational Assistant at Bev Facey Community High.
Bev Facey Community High serves approximately 1,080 students in grades 10 to 12, with 58 teaching staff and 20 support staff. The school is located in Sherwood Park, AB.
Bev Facey Community High's many programs foster a culture of acceptance, support, fair play and excellence. Academics, athletics, fine arts, CTS programs as well as leadership opportunities all give students the opportunity to achieve excellence.
~ The Education Assistant (EA) assists teachers in creating a welcoming, safe, and caring classroom that supports effective learning and student success. Reporting to the Principal, the EA is assigned to assist teachers with many instructional and non-instructional tasks in the classroom and during school activities. This includes providing student supervision and assisting students with personal, physical, and medical care. Under the direction of the teacher, and through interdisciplinary team planning, the position supports programming for students and assists with the implementation of developmental and behavioural strategies. The Certified EA has received specialized training to assist children and youth who have a wide range of abilities and exceptionalities including significant emotional and behavioural challenges, learning difficulties and complex physical health concerns.
Assist the teacher in programming for students with a wide range of developmental, cognitive, learning and behavioural needs.
Supervise and assist students with the work to be completed and in the use of computers, audio/visual equipment and assistive technology as needed.
Assist the teacher in recording student activities, needs, and progress.
Assist during field trips and in community settings, as directed by the teacher.
Support and assist students, co-workers, other teachers, and classrooms as assigned.
Participate in school activities, special events, celebrations, and projects.
School and Classroom Behavioural Supports
Assist the teacher in maintaining a welcoming, caring, and safe environment for both students and staff with proactive and supportive interventions.
Assist students in adapting to the classroom, focusing and staying on task, participating in class activities, interacting with others, and developing social skills.
Under the direction of the teacher, assist with interventions recommended by EIPS interdisciplinary staff such as Speech Language Pathologists, Occupational Therapists, specialized assistants and consultants.
Support the implementation of individual student Behaviour Support Plans.
Monitor student behaviours and apply de-escalation and co-regulation strategies and non-violent physical intervention techniques in alignment with EIPS specialized training and procedures.
In higher grades, this includes supporting and developing work experience skills.
Ensure the safe arrival of students to school by meeting them on arrival, escorting them to classrooms and activities, field trips, and at the end of the day escorting them to buses or other arranged transportation.
Assist with personal care, including toileting, toilet training, diapering, grooming, dressing, and other hygiene needs.
Assist with drinking, food preparation, feeding, and provide support with lifting, transferring, and positioning in specialized equipment.
Practice good body mechanics and assist students with ambulation including the safe use and maintenance of assistive devices, providing support with ostomy care and monitoring of ostomy sites.
Assist with the implementation of the medical emergency plan, by monitoring students’ medical conditions and, when required, administer medication as directed by the teacher.
Education
High School Diploma or equivalent
OR Educational Assistant Certificate or equivalent certification or diploma program.
Non-Violent Crisis Intervention (NVCI) Training
Completion of the EIPS Education Assistant Internship Program.

Minimum Required: 2 years related experience working with children or youth.
Preferred: 3 years related experience working in a school.
Ability to successfully take direction and work in a multi-disciplinary team environment as well as independently with minimal supervision.
Experience using de-escalation, emotional regulation, and co-regulation techniques.
Experience providing complex personal and physical care.
Good knowledge of computers and applicable technology.
Only online applications will be accepted.
Elk Island Public Schools appreciates and considers all applications; If you require assistance with the application system, please call Apply to Education at View phone number on ca.snapjobsearch.com or email View email address on ca.snapjobsearch.com.