We are looking to for an On-Call Education Assistant to support students at the Okanagan Indian Band Cultural Immersion School, nkmaplqs i snmamayatn kl sqilxwtet.

If you enjoy working with children one on one or in a small group within a classroom setting and supporting them in education, this position is for you!

The Education Assistant is to support the Classroom Teacher with students who require extra support, students with high needs. The Education Assistant will provide a solid and protected foundation which fosters the student’s physical, intellectual, emotional, social, and cultural development.

WHAT WE OFFER

The OKIB offers a welcoming team workplace and a rewarding job experience as you join us in providing services to the Okanagan Indian Band.

SUPPORTS NEEDED
Assist Teachers with organization of material and lesson preparation
Assist Teachers with small group instruction under the direction of the classroom Teacher
Provide one to one support for students in literacy and math
Assist Teachers in identifying ways to help and support student learning outcomes
Follow and provide input into Individual Education Plans and SMART Goals while continually assessing student progress and recommending adjustments to ensure IEP goal are met




Assist in managing classroom expectations through positive reinforcement
Be a positive role model for behaviour; practice respectful student/adult interactions
Supervise outside play at recess and lunch, while on fieldtrips, and assist in other supervision duties as required
Manage incidents involving students to ensure children have a secure and secure environment
Develop and maintain a good working relationship with parents
All persons employed by the Okanagan Indian Band may be required to assist the Band in providing emergency services.Duties assigned during an emergency may differ from regular duties
Participate in staff language classes
Assist in the delivery of language to students
Perform other duties as required

QUALIFICATIONS

Education
Grade 12 diploma
Certified Education Assistant is preferred
Current First Aid/CPR certificate
Two years of experience as Education Assistant is preferred
Experience working with elementary aged students and their parents
Experience working with First Nations communities

Preference may be given to those having knowledge of the Okanagan culture and traditions
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