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Edmonton Catholic Schools is a large urban school division whose mission is to provide a Catholic education that inspires students to learn and that prepares them to live fully and to serve God in one another. The Division is comprised of over 50,000 students and 5,000 employees in 95 schools plus other sites.

EDUCATIONAL TEAM SUPPORT

• Participate as part of the educational team
• Attend school meetings and participate in special events and demonstrations
• Assist substitute teachers in class and school orientation
• Participate on a cross-district laboratory support team

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

• High School, plus two year diploma in Laboratory Sciences, or related area, plus two years directly related experience
• General knowledge of high school level science curriculum and a depth of knowledge in physics, chemistry and biology
• Considerable knowledge of classroom and laboratory routines
• Working knowledge of instructional techniques, scientific terminology, laboratory protocols, standard operating procedures and scientific procedures
• Knowledge of safety standards and the safe use and disposal of equipment, materials and chemicals acquired through training in Occupational Health and Safety and WHMIS is essential
• Knowledge in First Aid & CPR
• Knowledge of records management principles, the Protection of Privacy Act (POPA), and the Access to Information Act (ATIA)
• Knowledge of Division and school policies, procedures, and programs, and an understanding of the Alberta Education curriculum
• Ability to work in partnership with the teacher to plan and implement instructional activities in the lab
• Strong organizational skills are required to coordinate the many aspects of the position
• Strong planning, problem solving, research and analytical skills
• Ability to work independently and to manage conflicting priorities
• Ability to develop and maintain communication with high school students, staff and teachers
• Strong written and verbal communication skills are required
• Ability to work with numbers and attention to details
  Edmonton Catholic Schools is committed to maintaining a respectful and inclusive workplace that welcomes and values candidates from diverse backgrounds. We hire employees of all faiths for non-teacher positions.
  As a Catholic School Division receiving public funding, our schools and departments are imbued with our Catholic Faith. Candidates are expected to exhibit respect and sensitivity towards our Catholic beliefs and practices embraced by both students and staff.
  Edmonton Catholic Schools offers a comprehensive benefits program based on contract status as part of its total compensation package.
  Before employment, successful candidates will be required to submit a Police Information Check and Intervention Record Check dated within six months of hiring.
  Due to the high volume of applications received, only qualified candidates who are shortlisted will be contacted.