Teacher Assistant

Classification/Level: TA Lakeview School $31, 325- $45, 864 (35h/week)

Employment Status: Term Full-Time

Reporting Relationship:

The Teacher Assistant will work under the direction of the Classroom Teacher and School Principal.

Position Summary:

The Teacher Assistant is responsible for the provision of classroom support and instruction where applicable.

Essential Functions:

• Assist students with lessons under the direct supervision of the classroom teacher.
• Monitor and report to the classroom teacher on student progress.
• Assist in the preparation of learning materials and learning environment.
• Accompany and supervise students during activities in school gymnasiums, laboratories, libraries, resource centre, and on field trips.
• Assist special needs students with mobility, communication, and personal hygiene.
• Prepare classroom displays and bulletin boards.
• Assist the teacher in the operation of office equipment (i.e., computers, tape recorders, photocopier, etc.).
• Carry out behaviour modification, personal development, and other therapeutic programs under the supervision of professionals such as special education instructors and speech and language pathologists.
• Monitor students during recesses and lunch breaks.
• May assist with preparing tests and worksheets.
• Interact effectively with students.
• Assist in the school library or office and other areas as assigned by the Classroom Teacher and the School Principal.
• Assist in instructing students in the Ojibwe language and provide related programming where applicable.

Qualifications & Requirements:

Preferred:

College Diploma in a related field of education or equivalent or social services with a minimum of two (2) years of work/volunteer-related experience with the completion of secondary school or equivalent.

Minimum:

College Diploma in a related field of study or five (5) years of work experience in a related field.

Other:

• Good rapport with young people.
• Good interpersonal skills, dependable, reliable, and willingness to work in cooperation within a strong team environment.
• Must have knowledge and/or experience with the culture, history, and customs of the Anishnaabe.
• Understanding and fluency in Anishinabemowin is a strong asset; or must be willing to learn the language.
• First Aid Certificate and CPR would be an asset.
• CRC/VSS requirement 30-days current and must be an original.

If you are interested in this opportunity, applicants must submit a cover letter, resume, with three current references with contact information (two work-related and one character reference) and copies of education certifications to:

Teacher Assistant
M’Chigeeng First Nation, P.O. Box 333
M’CHIGEENG, ON P0P 1G0
Fax 705-377-4980 or email to: employment@mchigeeng.ca