Sheshegwaning First Nation is currently accepting applications for an Educational Assistant. This position is expected to work with the Classroom Teacher(s), and the Native Language Teacher. Occasionally, the educational assistant may be asked to supervise all the students in one of the classrooms but normally his or her primary role will be one of support.

Job Responsibilities

Assist students with lessons under direct supervision of Classroom Teacher To participate in all professional activity days or activities and to continue to pursue his or her personal education

Tutor individual students or small groups with the work assigned by the teacher

Promote the mental, emotional, physical, and spiritual needs of the students and help them develop self-esteem

Encourage the students to learn appropriate classroom behavior

Assist with literacy and numeracy programming

Supervise the students during recess, lunch hour, and as required (by the Principal/Teacher) in the classroom

Supervise the students during visits to the library, to the gym, during field trips both in and outside of the community, cultural events, and at other times as identified by the principal.





Help the students increase their cultural awareness In collaboration with the Classroom Teacher, provide instruction and assistance that supports the student in the regular class program

Other duties assigned by the principal and/or Classroom Teacher

Qualifications/Requirements

Must have Child & Youth Worker---CYW or Developmental Services Worker-DSW diploma, and a minimum of 3 years' experience working with children in a school setting

Experience in a First Nation school is an asset

Adhere to policies and procedures of Sheshegwaning First Nation

Take direction from teachers and assist with learning programming

Ensure a healthy and safe learning setting for the children

Excellent verbal, written and communication skills

Must be proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and any relevant educational software

Be able to provide a clean Criminal Reference Check and a clean Vulnerable Sector Screening (VSS)

Location

St. Joseph's Anishinabek School, Sheshegwaning, ON P0P 1X0

Preference will be given to qualified members of Sheshegwaning First Nation. We thank all applicants for their interest however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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