Buffalo Trail Public Schools is committed to maximizing student learning in a safe and caring environment supported by a highly effective team.
Dr. Folkins Community school requires a full-time Educational Assistant to work in our school. The successful applicant for this position will be working 6 hours, 5 days a week.
The successful candidate responsibilities may include the following (under the direction of the teacher):
Implements educational instruction to identified student(s) including researching, preparing and collecting materials and supplies
Assists in appropriate student data collection, monitors, observes and reports to the classroom teacher and/or Inclusive Learning Teacher on student(s) progress and makes recommendations for further assistance
Collaboratively modifies classroom and curriculum materials to meet the student and/or group’s specific needs
Assists students in the development of appropriate academic, social, behavior and life skill goals. Encourages and supports all students in development of skills and interests to promote independence
Assists student(s) integrating and transitioning within the regular school system or into work/community environment
Assists student(s) with specialized supports such as devices, equipment and/or approved service dogs as per Administrative Procedure 205.1 AP
Attends to student personal needs, assisting with feeding, hygiene, toileting, and other personal care
Takes part in professional learning and specialized training as required and supported by the school or Central Services
Awareness of, and the ability to respond appropriately to the complex needs of all student(s)
Supervises student(s) during instructional and non-instructional periods, such as in the classroom, gym, on field trips and/or on playgrounds
Works with multi-disciplinary team members to carry out prescribed exercises and programs
Acts as a liaison or advocate for all students
Engages in team meetings and parent meetings or provides input as-appropriate
Provides information to other staff with regard to specific student programs/information
Administers medication as per Administrative Procedure 203.1 AP Administration of Medication/Medical Assistance to Students
Takes necessary precautions and follows AHS (School K-12) & OHS guidelines when supporting students to protect staff and students
Performs other assigned comparable duties which are within the knowledge and skills required by the job
Working with Autistic students in junior high
Working to help support students in junior high classes
Please submit all applications online. For further information on how to apply, please see our website.
By virtue of the submission of an application, the applicant consents/agrees that the principal or designate can contact previous employers for the purpose of conducting confidential reference checks whether or not the applicant has listed a reference for that employer and contacting references. An original acceptable criminal records check with vulnerable sector check will be a condition of employment.
For further information, please contact:
Celeste Matovich, Principal
Dr. Folkins Community School
Phone: 1-780-858-3744
Email: celeste.matovich@btps.ca
All applications received by the deadline will be considered. Only those candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.
Location: Chauvin, AB
Closing Date: February 21, 2024
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