Educational Assistant (2 Positions)
Location
Alberta | Canada
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Educational Assistant (2 Positions)
Education Department
ABOUT ELSIE FABIAN SCHOOL The Elsie Fabian School opened its doors September of 2022 and we are looking for a dynamic and passionate Educator who loves Northern Living to join the team! The school incorporates both the Dene and Cree Language, culture, and Land-Based Education where students learn about their rich local history. Fort McKay is looking for talented educators who practice and believe that the well-being of the child is at the center of everything; this is the shared practice and belief of the Fort McKay elders, parents and community members.
The foundation of the Elsie Fabian School is engagement in teaching and learning, parents and community, culture and traditions, and a school environment based on the principles of love, responsibility, respect, listening, nurturing, relationships, humility and learning. Join us and be apart of the Fort McKay community -
a Nation that is committed to advancing quality education for all First Nations learners by connecting to land and honouring our languages. ABOUT THE ROLE We are seeking passionate
Educational Assistants (EA) who are organized and looking for an enriching experience to be part of the new school team. The Educational Assistant will assist students who require additional support. The EA works with individuals or a small group of students on literacy, numeracy, and English language learner programs. This is a full-time position reporting directly to the Principal of Elsie Fabian School .
KEY RESPONSIBITIES Primary responsibilities include, but are not limited to: - Work collaboratively under guidance from the CST, the teacher(s), and any other member of the multidisciplinary team to support children with literacy and numeracy needs.
- Follow any IPP/ISP strategies as directed by the teacher and Classroom Support Teacher.
- Implement the reading intervention programming with minimal supervision.
- Schedule time weekly with the teacher to communicate the teacher intervention plan and successes of individual students with the teacher.
- Seek out additional work when applicable and be flexible to support all learners within the school when needed.
- Able to work with technology and/or willingness to learn how to implement iPads, Chromebooks, Smart Boards, etc. into daily intervention.
- Work on literacy and numeracy approaches with individual students or small groups.
- Follow daily reading, writing, or numeracy activities under the direction of the teacher or CST.
- Organize and prepare program materials, games, supplies, and wall displays.
- Work with computer programs to assist literacy, numeracy, and/or spoken English development.
- Daily record-keeping for student behavior, literacy, and numeracy.
- Complete term progress checklists with the teacher.
- Provide support for learners to promote vocabulary, oral comprehension, and ability to communicate in English.
- Share information with the teacher, ensuring any achievements and difficulties in the work of students are reported, discussed, and remediated.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
KEY REQUIREMENTS - Educational Assistant Certificate is required
- Related degree or diploma is considered an asset
- An equivalent combination of directly related post-secondary education and directly related experience may be considered
- Experience working in a First Nations community including knowledge of First Nations culture, traditions and values is a definite asset
- Clean Criminal Record Check with vulnerable sector required
- Valid class 5 Driver’s License & Clean Driver’s Abstract required
- Successful candidate will be required to live in (or relocate to) Fort McMurray, Alberta
WHY APPLY? Fort McKay is committed to the success of its employees and in addition to a competitive compensation structure, we also offer the following:
- An employer matched Pension Plan
- Comprehensive Health benefits package with Medical, Dental and Vision coverage
- On-site Fitness Centre because a healthy work-life balance is important to us!
- The opportunity to work with a community that is committed to protecting its traditional lands - to learn more about the Moose Lake Plan visit:
ABOUT FORT MCKAY The Fort McKay First Nation (FMFN) is composed of over 800 band members, including those of Cree and Dene heritage, with approximately 400 members residing in the hamlet of Fort McKay — a community located approximately 65 km north of Fort McMurray. Fort McKay offers the best of both worlds: remote northern life for the nature lover and proximity to a large city of about 70,000 people with all the amenities you need.
HOW TO APPLY:
ONLINE:
Closing Date: January 25, 2024
Please indicate Competition #001-2024
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Qualified candidates are invited to apply with a comprehensive resume detailing qualifications and experience as it relates to the position of interest. *Preference will be given to qualified applicants of Indigenous ancestry in any hiring decision, please declare your Indigenous status in your application .
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