Educational Assistant - Jobs in Morden, MB

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Job Title: Educational AssistantJob Advertisement #: 2022MLS055Job Type: Full-Time (up to 7 hours/day Monday – Friday); TermContract: CUPELocation: Maple Leaf SchoolEmployment Dates: December 8, 2022 – June 30, 2023 with possibility of extensionSalary: As per Collective AgreementClosing Date: Application review will begin on November 30, 2022, and the position will remain open until a suitable candidate is found.An eligibility list will be created for similar positions such as Substitute Educational Assistants and will remain in effect for three months. Candidates selected for an interview will be advised of current job opportunities and will be required to confirm their interests.DescriptionMaple Leaf School is looking for a responsible and mature individual to fill a Full-Time Educational Assistant (EA) position on a term basis until June 30, 2023, with the possibility of extension into the next school year.The successful candidate will function under the supervision of a classroom teacher and/or resource teacher and will be responsible for assisting the work of teachers and clinicians by providing direct support to students. S/he will be responsible for assisting students at school in ways appropriate to each students needs. Some responsibilities may include supporting students with their academic work. Other duties may include helping students with behaviour strategies and supports, physical and occupational therapy, personal hygiene supports, feeding/dressing/medication, health and other interventions. The EA will reinforce strategies/supports and expectations introduced by the teacher(s) and provide feedback to the supervisory teacher(s), following Western School Divisions administrative procedures.Educational Assistants must demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills. The ability to communicate in French is a definite asset for this position. Candidates are asked to specify within their application if they are fully bilingual (fluent verbal and written skills in the French and English languages).The successful candidate must model a respectful and positive attitude, show enthusiasm for learning, and be compassionate and caring when working with vulnerable people. They must demonstrate patience, flexibility, ability to handle change and conflict, problem-solving skills, and organization and time management skills. Knowledge of and the ability to use computers, various software, and programs is helpful. The successful candidate must be willing and able to work as part of a team. S/he will also be responsible for assisting with supervisory duties in the classroom and/or playground. WEVAS training is considered an asset.The position of Educational Assistanthas a work schedule that follows the school year calendar.A condition of employment with Western School Division is a satisfactory Criminal Record Check, Vulnerable Sector Search, Child Abuse Registry Check and an agreement by the applicant to disclose criminal record and/or Abuse Registry record information to the Division. The successful candidate will be responsible for any service charges incurred. Persons must present this information prior to their first day of work.The Western School Division is committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment to all applicants starting with the hiring process. Should you be contacted for the interview, please advise the Division if any restrictions require accommodation. All information received regarding the accommodation will be kept confidential.Job Types: Full-time, Fixed term contractSalary: $16.56-$19.70 per hourBenefits:

• Disability insurance
• Extended health care
• Life insurance

Schedule:

• Day shift

Licence/Certification:

• legal eligibility to work in Canada (required)

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