Applications are invited for a Full Time Permanent (5 hours & 40 minutes) Educational Associate at Melfort & Unit Comprehensive Collegiate with duties to commence August 27, 2025.
Application deadline - August 20 @ 12 noon
Melfort & Unit Comprehensive Collegiate is a Grade 7 - 12 comprehensive school in the community of Melfort. For more information about the school go to Melfort & Unit Comprehensive Collegiate (nesd.ca).
Purpose of Position The Educational Associate provides support services to students and teachers in a school setting within the division to meet curricular outcomes. The duties of an Educational Associate will vary depending upon the special needs of student(s).
Duties Without restricting the generality of the purpose above, the Educational Associate shall perform such duties and responsibilities as may be assigned including but not restricted to the following:
Assist in the supervision of the classroom during short periods under the direction of the teacher. This may include, but is not limited to: - times when the teacher is working with individual students or groups of students located in the same classroom or outside the classroom - students who require individual attention - playground, lunch or rest areas - during recreational activities and outdoor trips on a one to one or group basis
May assist students in various life skills activities and assist the teacher in planning and evaluating the progress in those activities, which can be inside or outside of the school setting.
Assist students who require intensive supports with gross and fine motor skill development
Support the successful inclusion of students by reinforcing social and personal skills.
Under the supervision of a teacher, provide support to students in attaining curricular outcomes and/or goals as identified in the Inclusion and Intervention Plan.
For students with intense needs, provide assistance in occupational therapy, physical therapy, dressing, eating, toileting, transferring and transportation.
May administer medication in accordance with administrative procedures.
Observe and share the progress of students at team meetings.
Be aware and adhere to school-based expectations when redirecting behavior.
Fulfill the Educational Associate role as outlined in safety plans for students requiring intensive behavioural supports.
Perform such other duties and tasks as may be required due to the specialized nature of a student’s particular education program.
Keep anecdotal records of student’s daily activities when requested.
Be knowledgeable and supportive of applicable operational policies and procedures.
Be willing to engage in life-long learning with respect to training and professional development.
Conduct oneself in a manner appropriate to a professional learning environment
Deal tactfully with staff, students, parents and the public.
Attend meetings as requested.
Knowledge, Skill and Abilities
Ability to maintain strict confidentiality
Ability to work as a team player
Strong expressive communication skills
Ability to work independently and follow instructions
Flexibility and adaptability to changing situations
Strong interpersonal skills
Ability to present a positive attitude and work ethic
Ability to provide personal care for a student with intense needs
Ability to lift up to 60 pounds without a lift and up to 120 pounds with 2 man lift or with mechanical lift
Ability to handle physically/emotionally demanding children (ie. aggressive, hyperactive students)
Be willing to join CUPE Union Local 4875
Qualifications
A Grade 12 diploma from a provincially recognized institution or equivalent
Possess a current and valid Driver’s License
Post-secondary courses in programs such as Early Childhood Development, Educational Associate, Youth Worker, Rehabilitation Worker, Personal Care Aide or equivalent post-secondary courses in a related area from a recognized institute and or related experience would be an asset.
Experience in the delivery of human services would be an asset.
Proficiency in the operation of computers, word processing applications and additional software comparable to those currently used in the school division
Pay Range - $19.90 - $23.63/hour (depending on qualifications)
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