EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

ONE-ON-ONE EDUCATIONAL ASSISTANT

Saddle Lake Education Authority is seeking Educational Assistants for the 2023-2024 school year. There’s availability for both the Onchaminahos School (elementary) and Kihew Asiniy Education Centre (Jr./Sr. high school).

 

General Purpose of Position:

The Educational Assistant will work under the supervision of a certified Teacher, Administrator and/or Special Needs Coordinator. Will support by implementing the curriculum and individual program plan (IPP) in a safe, healthy and nurturing learning environment that supports each student’s growth and development.

Job Requirements – the interested applicant will have:

• A High School Diploma
• EA/TA Certificate or ECD Diploma
• Minimum of two years of experience in a similar position o Practical experience – various teaching strategies including differentiated learning
• A driver’s license and reliable transportation
• Knowledge of the Cree language is an asset

Skills & Qualifications – the interested applicant will have (but is not limited to):

• An understanding of the curriculum
• Ability to carry out instruction
• Ability to perform various clerical functions
• Ability to follow instructions
• A high level of ethical behavior and confidentiality
• Excellent communication, writing skills and interpersonal skills
• Enthusiasm, patience, and a positive attitude
• Empathy, compassion, and respect for colleagues, families and students
•  Ability to navigate in diverse learning environments effectively
• Flexibility, adaptability, problem-solving and commitment

Required Documents

1. Resume (with 3 references)
2. Cover Letter
3. Updated Criminal Record Check
4. Updated Child Welfare Check

 

Interested applicants will submit required documents directly to:

Attn: Tamra Steinhauer, HR Coordinator

Email: tamra.steinhauer@saddlelake.ca

Full submission of all required documents will be accepted until January 8, 2024 by 4:30pm