Job Description

We are accepting applications!PositionSubstitute Educational Assistant (EA)*Rural Locations*Location:Grasslands Public Schools Rural Locationstravel reimbursement provided for qualifying substitutesApplication Close DateAs soon as a suitable applicant pool has been established! Apply directly to this ad, by selecting the Apply Online button below! Check your 'jobs Applied To' to confirm you successfully appliedTreaty AcknowledgementWe wish to acknowledge Treaty 7 territory - the ancestral and traditional territory of the Blackfoot Confederacy: Kainai, Piikani and Siksika as well as the Tsuu T’ina First Nation and Stoney Nakoda First Nation. We acknowledge the many First Nations, Métis and Inuit whose footsteps have marked these lands for generations. We are grateful for the traditional Knowledge Keepers and Elders who are still with us today and those who have gone before us. We recognize the land as an act of reconciliation and gratitude to those whose territory we reside on or are visiting.AboutAt Grasslands Public Schools we look for people who are passionate about being a part of a collaborative team that thrives on a foundation of:Student LearningSchool + Community RelationshipsInclusive + Healthy EnvironmentsWe Are Seeking Applications ForSubstitute Educational Assistant (sub EA)in our RURAL LOCATIONSBassano School - Rosemary SchoolDuchess SchoolRolling Hills School - Tilley SchoolAlcoma School - Gem School- All Colony School Locations -*travel reimbursement provided for qualifying substitutes*(more information provided upon request)As a vital part of our team, Substitutes are how we ensure the wellness of our contracted employees when most needed. This role is a great way to grow and share your experience while contributing to our community through student learning, and sharing in that success.at GRASSLANDS PUBLIC SCHOOLSWe are committed to providing opportunities that inspire students to achieve and succeed as resilient learners who positively impact their communities in an inclusive, welcoming environment. Our strength is in our diversity and we harness this to create a better future for our students by fostering creative solutions, critical thinking and resiliency. Grasslands accomplishes this by working with our wider community of stakeholders to create opportunities for our students to learn, achieve and succeed. Together, we can make a lasting difference in our communities of tomorrow.Job DutiesSupport students in instruction as well as social and behavioral needsEncourage positive interactions between students and staffWork closely and collaboratively with school staff including, but not limited to, classroom teachers and administrationPosition may include activities such as lifting, transferring, and providing personal care, as necessaryPosition may have involvement in student school activities such as swimming or outdoor sports and may require the EA to participate with studentsIdeal Candidates Skills & AbilitiesStrong communication skills; written, verbal and readingAbility to assist with all subject areasExcellent problem solving, organizational and multitasking skillsUnderstanding and appreciation of Grasslands Public Schools mission and values.Able to contribute to a classroom environment that supports diversity and inclusion.Respect and value all individuals with sensitivity to diversity.Personal integrity and trustworthiness.Understanding of how this role impacts the community.Able to establish trust and rapport with students.Preferred Education And CertificationsHigh School Diploma or equivalentPost-secondary diploma in a relevant field-a combination of relevant training, education and experience would be considered an asset-Successful applicants will be required to submit before start date:Current Criminal Record Check (CRC) with Vulnerable Sector Check (VSC)Original document reported within the last 6 months of hire date; condition of employment* Applicants cannot work before a clear CRC with VSC has been provided and approved*Required To ApplyPlease take note of the documentation required:current cover letter and resumecontacts for three (3) professional references ; preferably in an educational settingIf Selected For An Interview(please feel free to provide with your application)postsecondary transcriptspracticum and/or EA evaluations! Apply directly to this ad, by selecting the Apply Online button below! Check your 'jobs Applied To' to confirm you successfully applied

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