Casual Educational Assistant - - Broadview, Grenfell, Kennedy, Kipling and Whitewood Areas

Job Purpose: Educational Assistants provide a range of support services that help students to achieve their academic, social, physical and personal potential. Educational assistants assist students with intensive needs in five key areas, providing personal care, life skills and experiences, academic support, communication, and behavioural support as required by students and directed by teachers, to promote engagement, participation and success in school. Casual Educational Assistants work on a on-call basis.

Qualifications

1. Grade 12 or equivalent.
2. Educational Assistant Certificate or Diploma is an asset.
3. First Aid, CPR and AED training is an asset.
4. Specialized training in supporting students with differing abilities is an asset.
5. Non-Violent Crisis Intervention training (will be provided as required).
6. Transfer, Lift and Repositioning training (will be provided as required).

Working Conditions

1. As per Conditions of Employment (non-union) / CUPE Agreement.
2. Salary: $22.02 per hour.
3. Ability to lift 30 pounds (14 kg) and meet the physical demands of the position.
4. Ability to work in a variety of environments and positions; extended time spent standing, kneeling, or supporting students at the ground level may be required.

Application Procedure

1. Interested applicants should submit their application online at www.pvsd.ca/careers.
2. Once your application is received, it will be reviewed by Human Resources and we will contact three of your work-related references. If your application is approved to move forward, you will be invited to an interview.

Selection Procedure: Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted by email.

Prairie Valley School Division supports the principles of a representative work force and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates.