Educational Assistant

Summary:
The Educational Assistant will be expected to work with the classroom teacher(s) and the Kiwetin School Principal. Occasionally, the Educational Assistant will be required to supervise all the students in one of the classrooms, in the play area, in the lunch room but normally the primary role is one of support.

Education and Experience:

• ECE or EA diploma preferred.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Certified in basic first aid/CPR or willing to take the training.
• Sound work ethic.
• Discreet with privileged information that pertains to all students.
• Criminal background check in the vulnerable sector.

Duties and Responsabilities:

• Work one-on-one with individual or small groups of students, with work assigned by the teacher.
• Assist classroom teacher in the classroom and with preparation of materials.
• Assist in the implementation of classroom lessons as requested by the teacher.
• Assist in supervising students in school, during recess, in yard at lunch time, in the lunch area, after class time and during field trips.
• Ensure all equipment is handled properly by students. Report faulty equipment.
• Encourage students to learn and display appropriate classroom behavior.
• Help meet the needs of students participating in a special education program.
• Help keep rooms tidy and in order.

Persons interested can apply by sending their letter of application, resume, along with two (2) professional references to:

Timiskaming First Nation
ATTN: Andrea Millette
24 Algonquin Avenue (TFN)
Notre-Dame du Nord, J0Z 3B0
Or Email to: assist.hr@atfn.ca