CG25-03 Education Assistant- Golden Secondary School

at  Rocky Mountain School District No 6

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES AND SKILLS

1. Demonstrates a genuine interest in and understanding of students with diverse abilities and disability.
2. Demonstrates initiative and the ability to work with limited supervision and/or within a complex team environment.
3. Demonstrates an ability to manage personal behaviour in order to influence a positive outcome and de-escalated distress.
4. Demonstrates a high level of adaptability and responsibility.
5. Demonstrates effective interpersonal skills.
6. Maintains a flexible and co-operative manner.
7. Provide proactive, trauma-informed care while modelling respect and empathy.

TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE

1. High School Diploma or equivalent.
2. Appropriate post secondary training (i.e. Special Education Assistant Program or a diploma in counseling, social work, child care or education). Certified candidates will have completed a one year certificate of Education Assistant Program. Non-certified may include certificate or diploma in counselling, social work or early childhood education.
3. Successful experience working with students with diverse abilities or disability, including low arousal or non-violent crisis intervention.
4. Additional training in supporting students with diverse abilities or disability may be required.

Please refer the Job description for details