ST. GEORGE SCHOOL - 6.0 Family Centre Assistant - Special Needs (Term)

at  The Louis Riel School DivisionLe Division Scolaire Louis Riel

JOB SUMMARY:

The Family Centre Assistant assists in the Early Years Family Centre which is a hub for pre-school families to meet, learn, and
access community resources. They also assist in the delivery of programs including of Roots of Empathy.

QUALIFICATIONS (EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE):

• Early Childhood Certificate level 2 or related area of post-secondary education required.
• First Aid and CPR training completed within the probationary period (90 working days).
• Completion of Working Effectively with Violent and Aggressive States (WEVAS), Working Safely with Students, and Respect

In School or equivalent training is required.

• Experience with planning age-appropriate activities for infants, toddlers, and older preschoolers.
• Ability to implement activities with a group of young children in cooperation with their parents.
• Ability to provide safe childcare practices.
• Demonstrated ability to explain concepts and issues to children and develop rapport with students, on a one-to-one basis

and in group settings.

• Understanding of cross-cultural Indigenous issues and perspectives.
• Ability to work with and be respectful of a diverse and multicultural community.
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work as a team member.
• Good problem-solving skills and the ability to interpret situations accurately and act accordingly.
• Ability to assist in the area of personal care needs.
• A positive outlook with a belief in the ethic of caring and inclusion.
• Ability to meet physical demands of position.
• Knowledge of Mother Goose, Nobody’s Perfect, Rock and Read, or Alphabet Soup is preferred.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE:

The Louis Riel School Division is committed to employment equity and accessibility. We encourage applications from members

of equity-seeking groups with diverse abilities, backgrounds, cultures, identities.

• Apply by using the LRSD online submission process at www.lrsd.net.
• Include in your resume and cover letter your strengths and abilities and clearly define how you meet eligibility for the role.
• Identify the names and contact information of three references.
• Address cover letter and resume to Staff Services, Louis Riel School Division.
• Quote the Bulletin Number on the application; a separate application is required for each job bulletin.
• Upload your resume and cover letter as one document.
• Selection of candidates shall adhere to existing CUPE 3473 collective agreement provisions.

We thank all applicants for their interest. Only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

Please refer the Job description for details