Job Description

Full-Time Educational Assistant (30-40 hours a week)

kcs Association is looking for an Educational Assistant, who is able to work between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. Monday to Friday.

Experience with children with exceptional needs is an asset.

Responsibilities of the Educational Assistant will include (but not be limited to):

To support other team members in the classrooms To help children pursue developmental goals Foster child's independence within a safe learning environment Work collaboratively with the learning team (Educators, Educational Assistants, IPP Coordinator, Program Director) Provide personal care assistance if needed (feeding, toileting, etc.) Utilize consistent positive reinforcement, redirection, modeling and cueing, to help the child learn appropriate social interactions Maintain required documentation of child's progress (monthly reports, year-end summaries etc.) Assist with classroom activities and duties if the child is functioning with immediate supports (e.g. engaged with other children and staff)
Qualifications:

Early Childhood Certificate or equivalent, minimum Level 1 (can be acquired as you work) Experience working with children, experience with developmental delays considered an asset Good communication skills Ability to work both independently and as part of a team Must be 18 years of age Criminal Record/Vulnerable Sector Check Child Intervention Check First Aid/CPR

Required training (e.g. First Aid) can be taken upon successful hire.

Please forward resume, including references to:

kcs Association

ATT: Lauren Doan

Email: lauren.doan@kcs78.ca

Fax: (403) 887-5331

kcs Association wishes to thank all applicants in advance, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Competition will remain open until a suitable candidate is found.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $16.00-$18.00 per hour

Benefits:

Casual dress On-site parking
Ability to commute/relocate:

Sylvan Lake, AB: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Licence/Certification:

Alberta Child Care Certification, minimum Level 1 (preferred)
Work Location: In person