POSITION SUMMARY
Under the supervision of school administration, the Education Assistant (EA) will work with students individually or in small groups to deliver activities that reinforce and advance the educational program and make the educational experiences of the children more rewarding. EA's will assist teachers in student assessment and evaluation through observation, record keeping and data collection. At Seabird Island Community School, Education Assistants are valued members of the school community, and they make a significant contribution to the work of the school and toward the education of all students.

SUCCESS PROFILE

What does it take to be successful working in Lalme' Iwesawtexw at Seabird Island? Check out the top traits we're looking for and see if you have the right mix.

• Cultural Practice: take culturally informed approaches to their day-to-day work.
  
• Flexible/Adaptable: Maintains effectiveness in varying work environments where circumstances and priorities are changing.
  
• Effective Communicator: Demonstrates open, honest, and respectful written and verbal communication.
  
• Social: Motivated by opportunities to be of service to others and contribute to the progress and wellbeing of society.
  
• Understanding Attitude: the ability to “read between the lines” in understanding such things as body language, reticence, stress, and emotions.
  
• Proactive Thinking: the ability to evaluate future implications of current decisions and action; the ability to mentally create the scenarios and outcomes of situations that could develop from decisions or plans of action.

WORK THAT MATTERS

Lalme' Iwesawtexw is a place to learn many skills. We are many nations, but we proclaim one goal to strengthen our pride, our language, our culture and our freedom. Our School's mission is to provide a supportive and culturally relevant learning environment which places a high value on life-long learning, respect for self and others, honesty, integrity, generosity and hard work.

We are a Group One K-12 Independent school located 1 kilometer from Agassiz, BC on the beautiful Fraser River, 120 km east of Vancouver. We have an expected student enrollment of 226 students housed in the main school (K-8) and in the adjacent high school.

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BENEFITS & PERKS

Benefits vary by job type and are confirmed in the interview and hiring process. Benefits are eligible after a successful probationary period has been served.

• Collaboration with an interdisciplinary teaching team,
• Equitable hourly rates in accordance with collective agreements, and

• Casual dress code

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Assist classroom teacher with the supervision of “the students” to provide academic, social and/or essential life skills.
  
• Support learning and skill development activities in classroom.
  
• Assist in the development and implementation of Individual Educational Plans, as this term is defined in Educational Standards Order M41191 issued by the Minister of Education, in conjunction with the school administrators and/or professional resource personnel engaged by the school.
  
• Review and reinforce learning activities using learning strategies developed by the teacher.
  
• Assist students with learning activities and/or independent study projects developed by teacher/team.
  
• Facilitate student learning individually and in small groups. Is actively involved with “the students” during most activities.
• Observe and document learner strengths, achievements, and needs through daily learning activities. Carries out functional (informal) assessment activities to assist the teacher in developing learner profiles.
  
• Assist in the collection of data for the purpose of evaluating student progress. Maintain appropriate records as requested by administration.
  
• Develop and prepare appropriate materials for learning as needed.
  
• Work with parents, health care professionals and other support staff under the direction of the teacher.
  
• Assist teacher in communicating academic and social progress to parents during teacher/parent conferences.
  
• Assist in the inside/outside supervision of the students as requested by the teacher.
  
• Provide such assistance as the principal considers necessary for the supervision of students at the school and at School functions whenever and wherever held, which shall include, but not limited to, attendance at and participation in all evening School activities and the Seabird Island Annual Festival.
  
• Maintain and acquire special training specific to the needs of the students as approved by Principal.
• Make an effort to learn the Halq'eméylem language and consistently promote the spoken language in the classroom.
  
• Attend and participate in all school staff meetings and cultural events.
  
• Communicate from a bias-free perspective.
  
• Help to maintain a classroom environment that supports traditional values.
• Perform other childcare worker or emergent duties which are within the scope of knowledge, skills and abilities required by this position.
  

• Other duties or responsibilities as assigned by the Vice Principal, Principal, Director or the Executive Director.

WHAT YOU BRING

Education

• Education Assistant Certificate required.

Skills/Experience

• Provide effective support for students with special needs.
  
• Demonstrate willingness to work as part of a planning team.
  
• Ability to maintain positive, supportive, and professional relationships with students.
  
• High professional, moral, and ethical standards.
  
• Strong leadership and motivational skills.
  
• Willingness to work collaboratively with staff, parents, and administration.
  
• Willingness to contribute to a positive school culture by volunteering in extracurricular activities.

Requirements

• Proficient computer skills with the Microsoft Office 365 Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams.)
• Proficient interpersonal and communication (written and verbal) skills.
• Ability to agree as well as adhere to Seabird Island Band Human Resources (HR), Finance, and Information Technology (IT) Policies and Procedures, etc.
• Knowledge, respect and understanding of Stó:lō culture, traditions and language or willingness to learn.
• Experience working with First Nations community is an asset.
• Valid BC Driver's License with a clean Driver's Abstract within the last 5 years.
• Satisfactory Criminal Record Check (CRRP)

Reports to: Principal

PRE-EMPLOYMENT SCREENING

• Employment is conditional upon completing pre-employment screening to ensure a safe and secure work environment in which students, staff, members, families, community, as well as resources, and assets are protected. All background checks, reference checks and criminal record checks are performed in accordance with SIB HR Policy, protecting the integrity and confidentiality of information gathered during the evaluation.
  

Seabird Island is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from all qualified individuals. Pursuant to S. 41 of the BC Human Rights code, preference may be given to Applicants of Indigenous, Métis, or Inuit heritage. We are interested in every qualified candidate who is eligible to work in Canada; however, we are not able to sponsor visas.

We thank you for your interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.