The job provides a range of educational support services, under the supervision of a Therapeutic Specialist (TS), to students in Pre-Kindergarten to Grade 12 within the environment of our inclusive educational programs. The primary focus is to work directly with students and the teacher to provide support for a range of needs that impact classroom/academic functioning and to extend the services of the Therapeutic Specialist assigned to that classroom.

This job involves working within the classroom environment together with a classroom team consisting of a teacher and therapeutic Specialist and may also include Educational Assistants, Early Childhood Educators, Learning Coaches, other multi-disciplinary team members (MDT), administrators, parents, and school staff.

This posting will be used to fill eleven (11) positions.

Job Responsibilities:

- Plan and implement programs/strategies with specific students and or groups of students within the classroom environment as outlined by the specialist and classroom team;
- Plan and implement small and large group strategies/activities within the classroom environment that support the development skills of identified students;
- Develop materials related to varied programs/strategies as determined by the Therapeutic Specialist;
- Provide support to families by assisting with home program preparation, modeling, and monitoring;
- Monitor, record, and provide feedback;
- Monitor the effectiveness of programs/strategies designed to meet specific objectives;
- Develop and maintain specific notes for Therapeutic Specialist and classroom team regarding students’ progress and response to current program/strategies follow up through contact notes, progress notes,



anecdotal observations, and/or conversation;
- Share information with the classroom teaching team regarding planned strategies/programs and communicate with Therapeutic Specialist to determine the appropriate level for programming and additional follow-up required;
- Model/discuss strategies and supports as appropriate with the classroom team;
- Assist in the delivery of workshops/seminars;
- Conduct screenings to facilitate interpretation of results; assist in administering informal/formal screening tools to gather information;
- Assist with preparing materials, and scheduling activities, as directed by Therapeutic Specialist or Assistant Manager (e.g. summer treatment programming);
- Perform checks and maintenance of equipment and materials, including cleaning and organizing of materials room.

Qualifications:

- Therapist Assistant, Occupational or Physical Therapy diploma from a recognized institution, plus three years of directly related pediatric experience;
- Certified Member of the Therapy Assistant Association of Alberta (THAA) is required;
- Knowledge of applied human anatomy, applied human physiology, functional anatomy and orthopedics, physical dysfunction and exercise in physical therapy; learning through play principles;
- General knowledge of inclusion principles and practices,



and 21st Century educational skills;
- Knowledge of multi-media technology and equipment, Microsoft and Apple iPads;
- Knowledge of program planning and project management techniques;
- Knowledge of Microsoft programs including Office 365, Word, Outlook, and Internet Explorer;
- Knowledge of Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy (FOIP) Legislation specifically related to student records;
- Knowledge of Workplace Safety and Occupational Health and Safety regulations, with a focus on lifting, transferring, and repositioning students;
- Advanced verbal and written skills- in English including digital literacies;
- Good communication, strong interpersonal skills, and a friendly/positive attitude are essential;
- Ability to work with a wide variety of clients and needs;
- Strong teamwork skills with the ability to work independently as well as collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams;
- Flexible with the ability to work in a quick-paced environment;
- Good self-reflection skills and ability to quickly adjust to feedback;
- Exceptional organizational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities and work within tight timelines;
- Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to influence decisions;
- Ability to travel to various sites in the City of Edmonton;
- Ability to communicate with sensitivity, diplomacy, and tact is essential;
- Ability to maintain a high degree of confidentiality;
- Knowledge of the district and school policies, procedures, and programs, community services for children and families, and an understanding of the Alberta Education curriculum.

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📌 Therapeutic Assistant (7) - Occupational Therapy (Edmonton)
🏢 Edmonton Catholic School Division
📍 Edmonton