Job Description

Full-Time Educational Assistant/ Special Needs Aide -Elementary

At the WISE Charter School (Waldorf), we offer a holistic approach to education that seeks to educate the head, the heart and the hands of the child, through the integration of an arts-rich curriculum, time in nature, and an academically rich curriculum. The EA/ Special Needs Assistant is a companion to the child in the classroom who can guide and support children with loving authority; providing positive boundaries, a predictable rhythm, and encouragement of healthy interactions in the life of the child and the school.

Qualifications:

Desire to support the educational, emotional, physical and social needs of children in their care within the classroom and outdoor settings.

Strong communication and interpersonal skills; approachable for students, parents and colleagues.

Excellent conflict resolution skills, resilience and adaptability.

Willingness and proven ability to work within a community environment.

Current CPR and criminal records check, including vulnerable sector.

Current Non-Violent Crisis Intervention (NVCI) training or willingness to acquire.

Hours: Full-time - Monday to Friday

Responsibilities:

One-on-one supervision for students or support within classroom and outdoor environments, including assisting with documentation requirements (ie. daily reporting of behaviour using a checklist or anecdotal records).

Assist the Class Teacher in class and lesson preparation, delivery and evaluation.

Assist the Class Teacher with child supervision and support.

Assist the Class Teacher in preparing for parent evenings, open houses and other school events and festivals wherever possible or as needed.

Assist in outings and class trips that support the curriculum.

Outdoor play supervision, recess supervision, and on-call assignments may be required.

Must be willing to pursue extra training as needed.

Work with WISE and WESE to create a nurturing and community-focused environment for the WISE School.

All Staff are guided by the philosophy and procedures outlined in the WISE Agreement Between Faculty Members, the WISE Faculty Handbook and by the Codes of Conduct and Discipline Policy which include the principles of Waldorf education, goals for the teacher, dress for working in the classroom as well as assisting with active outdoor activities with young children, and additional information on the administrative responsibilities of teachers and assistants.

*All new employees are subject to a 3-month probationary period.

To apply, please send a cover letter and resume. Please note that the following will also be required at a later date in the hiring process:

A police records check with vulnerable sector completed within the last 6 months, references and a level C First Aid certificate. Please include these items with initial application if you have these documents at this time.

Please indicate if you have your ECE Level 1, 2 or 3 Early Childhood Educator Certification (Child Development Assistant, Worker or Supervisor certificate. An ECE certification is not required for this role, but is helpful to have within the school as it allows you to work in multiple areas if you wish. Please indicate if you have an Educational Assistant Certificate as well as previous experience supporting children.

We encourage individuals who are passionate about education and committed to making a difference in the lives of children to apply for this rewarding position.

Thank you and we look forward to hearing from you!

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $20.15 per hour

Benefits:

Extended health care
Work Location: In person