Teacher Assistant BMHS 1 Term #20 - Jobs in Barrington, NS

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Teacher Assistant - BMHS - 1 Term #2021-318INTERNAL APPLICANTS - CLICK HERE TO APPLYTri-County Regional Centre for EducationThe Tri-County Regional Centre for Education encompasses the three counties of Shelburne, Yarmouth, and Digby serving 5757 students in twenty-two (22) schools, composed of 13 Elementary Schools, 6 High Schools, 1 Middle School, and 2 Elementary/High Schools.Regional Centres for Education have Employment Equity Policies and/or processes and we actively encourage applications from under-represented groups, particularly people of African Nova Scotian, African Canadian and African ancestry and Mi’kmaw/Indigenous ancestry. Please ensure that you complete the self-identification portion on the position application.DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS (mm,dd,yyyy): 10/04/2021 at 11:59pm.Effective Dates (mm,dd,yyyy): 11/29/2021 to 06/30/2022Position Type: TermREFERENCES ARE MANDATORY - APPLICATIONS WITHOUT REFERENCES LISTED WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.TO APPLY: Complete the online profile/resume - you can attach a resume to your profile, security checks, and reference letters if applicable . (Please note: Failure to include your references will cause delay in processing your application.)Assignment:Teacher Assistant - Junior / Senior High School1 Vacancy - Monday to Friday - 5.5 hours per day - (SEIU Local 2 - 10.5 month employee schedule)There is a possiblity of this position starting prior to the date listed.Qualifications and experience:Educational Support diploma or equilavent from a recognized post-secondary institution, including a formal practicum placementRequired** Attach a copy of your Certification, Diploma and or Transcripts from Post-Secondary Education InstituteProven ability to communicate and work alongside diverse cultural and racial backgroundsDemonstrated ability to value the voice and contribution of others while remaining open to corrective criticismCompletion of WHMIS and First Aid, or willingness to obtain upon hireCurrent First Aid and CPR certificationSpecific health care support training or certification would be an asset (i.e Non Violent Crisis Intervention, etc.)Ability to perform physical requirements of the positionTask Dimensions:Provides personal care functions as determined through the program planning process and under the direction of the teacher(s) when a student cannot, or should not, perform these activities independently. For example:Assisting students with physical and mobility challenges by lifting and positioning, exercising, transferring from or to transportation, as specified in their program planEnsuring a safe and respectful environment when meeting personal care needs of students.Assisting students with routines (i.e. toileting, dressing, feeding, personal hygiene)Administering medication and oral inhalant according to the Guidelines for the Administration of Medication to StudentsCarrying out medical procedures (e.g. catheterization) when trained and authorized, according to Board policies and proceduresAssisting with program support when specifically directed and monitored by the teacher(s).Supports the implementation of identified behaviour management outcomes under the direction of the teacher(s) when a student is unable to self-regulate his/her own behaviour. For example:Using appropriate physical interventions in accordance with the Non Violent Crisis Intervention Training program, the student’s plan and board policiesPromoting and facilitating positive interactions among all studentsRecording data and observations as directed (e.g. the frequency of a particular behaviour or off-task data)Assisting with program support when specifically directed and monitored by the teacher(s)Working collaboratively as members of the school community. For example:Demonstrating ethical behaviours by addressing conflicts, first with teachers, second, the administrative level, and third at the board staff level, according to board policies and proceduresRespecting and promoting the rights of studentsModeling appropriate problem solving an conflict resolutionRelaying information regarding the student to the teacher(s)Participating in training and certification required to support the implementation of interventionsRespecting privacy and confidentialityCommunicating effectively with teachers, appropriate personnel and studentsBeing knowledgeable of and following board and provincial policies and administrative proceduresDevelops and maintains a positive rapport with students. For example:Treating students in a respectful, dignified and fair manner with due consideration to the student’s physical, social and psychological developmentPromoting independence and self-advocacy through appropriate wait time, prompting, reviewing and reinforcingRespecting the strengths and challenges of studentsMaintaining effective and collaborative relationshipsDemonstrating patience and understanding towards studentsDemonstrating appropriate responses to student-initiated interactionsOnly Shortlisted applicants will be contacted.SECURITY CHECKS:The Tri-County Regional Centre for Education requires that all newly hired employees provide a satisfactory Child Abuse Register Check and Criminal Record / Vulnerable Sector Checks. If you have current ones less than 3 months old you can attach these checks to your profile / resume.Job Segment: Teacher, EducationQuick Apply

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