Job Description

Homework and Education for Youth (HEY) AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAM SUPPORT WORKER

Part-Time (20 hours/week), Term Position

POSITION PURPOSE AND SUMMARY:

Guided by the vision, mission and values of the Immigrant and Refugee Community Organization of Manitoba Inc. (IRCOM), the Educational Assistant will provide individual assistance to students with moderate learning English language difficulties to support learning and to help eliminate the educational barriers for newcomer youth by:

Developing and delivering effective and accessible education programs and activities

Providing individualized, needs based support to youth

Assessment, records management and reporting, and

coordination of family, community, volunteer and team supports

CANDIDATE PROFILE:

The Educational Assistant (EA) is a resourceful and experienced educator with the passion, skills, persistence and relational ability to come alongside newcomer youth and empower them to successfully graduate and pursue higher education. This individual is a demonstrated positive role model with understanding of newcomer students' challenges and will participate in the implementation of appropriate curriculum and educational supports to enhance better educational outcomes.

With the supervision and support of the After School Program Manager and the HEY Teacher/School Liaison, the Educational Assistant will have the following:

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Program Development and Delivery (70%)

Consult with Teacher/School Liaison and ASP Staff to determine strengths and challenges of each student

Help the Hey Teacher with programming by modeling lessons and providing hands-on activities

Work closely with ASP Teacher to provide enhanced, individualized or group programming for students focusing on strengthening their English oral and literacy skills, such as running conversation circles or reading clubs

Plan, model, adapt and implement academic activities to promote educational and social development of newcomer students in collaboration with HEY Teacher/School Liaison

Adapt teaching strategies to student needs to foster effective learning

Promote program attendance through creative and varied strategies, recognition and reward systems

Provide assistance and guidance to HEY volunteers

Plan special events, programs and outings/field trips in collaboration with HEY team

Liaise with community agencies involved with the student(s) through other programs such as SERC, Leadership, etc.

Youth Support (10%)

Develop relationships with newcomer youth and their families and be a positive role model

Provide individual assistance to newcomer students in mainstream subjects to improve academic performance

Assist newcomer students with emotional and behavioural coping tools including the implementation of behaviour modification plans

Assist newcomer students to access educational resources that enable full classroom participation

Support newcomer students adjusting to the classroom environment and school routines

Administration, Reporting and Data Management (10%)

Conduct needs assessments with the students, summarize results, and design study material according to the results together with HEY Teacher/School Liaison

Organize and maintain program activity log as well as student profiles and compile for reporting

Assist in overall program evaluation, with an awareness of the program objectives and deliverables

Assist the Teacher/School Liaison in gathering and analyzing data through focus groups, surveys, analysis of report cards / school attendance and program attendance

Track daily attendance hours of students in program

Assist in coordinating informal assessments related to learning

Collect and prepare learning materials, questionnaires and use technology to assist student learning

Team and Inter-departmental Support (10%)

Support team building activities to share best practices, update each other on student progress

Collaborate effectively with other IRCOM programs and community partners

Collaborate with Volunteer and Community Services Program (VCSP) to engage and effectively utilize volunteers in delivering the lessons and activities of the program

Participate in team and IRCOM staff meetings, committees and events as directed

Follow IRCOM policies, guidelines and procedures

Participate in ongoing professional development

Perform other duties as assigned by ASP Manager or designate

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Completion of an Educational Assistant program or related post-secondary education

CPR/First Aid and NVCI training

Provide proof of full COVID immunization (including boosters) upon hire

Current Criminal Record Check and a clear Child Abuse Registry Check upon hire

Knowledge of academic writing styles and formats

Working knowledge of current high school curriculum across disciplines

Strong understanding of refugee experience and immigration process and challenges that newcomer youth face

2 years' experience working with newcomer youth

Experience tutoring, coaching, or assisting educators in educational delivery

Availability to work day shifts and evening shifts

Excellent intercultural and interpersonal skills

Strong organizational skills and the ability to prioritize tasks

Demonstrated ability to provide role modelling and supports for youth

Ability to implement effective behavioral strategies for youth

Excellent written and oral English communication skills

Demonstrated ability to maintain confidential information

Ability to gather and analyze data and create reports

Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Apple programs and data base entry

Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in a team

Ability to set personal and respectful boundaries

Must be adaptable, resourceful, creative and able to take initiative

Demonstrate the qualities and values IRCOM seeks for all our staff (seehttp://www.ircom.ca/about-us/work-here)

Desired qualifications

Lived newcomer or international experience

ESL training

Class 5 Drivers License and a clean Driver's Abstract

Prior not-for-profit or settlement sector experience

Prior special event planning experience

Fluency in additional languages

Work Location and Schedule:

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This is a part-time position with a maximum of 20 hours per week with the term ending March 31, 2026. The primary work schedule will be Monday to Friday, from 5:00pm - 9:00pm with occasional 9 am to 5 pm shifts. Work locations vary between our primary housing sites (95 Ellen Street and 215 Isabel Street) and nearby program site (257 Bannatyne Avenue).

Wage

: $19.51/hour - This is a scheduled position with wage in accordance with the Collective Agreement between the Immigrant and Refugee Community Organization of Manitoba Inc. and the United Food and Commercial Workers Local 832.

Benefits

: o Professional development opportunities

Paid sick days Collaborative, family-friendly and supportive working environment

APPLICATION PROCESS:

All applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada.

IRCOM seeks to reflect the communities it serves. We are committed to providing an inclusive, accessible, respectful workplace that strives for employment equity. Interested applicants can identify themselves as belonging to any under-represented groups including women, Indigenous peoples, racialized peoples, and/or persons with a disability.

To apply please send a cover letter and resume to the following, and please indicate clearly how you meet the qualifications.

Review of applications will begin on October 14th 2025

and continue until the position has been filled.

HR - Selection Committee: KiaraR@ircom.ca

We thank all applicants for their interest. Only those advancing in the selection process will be contacted. If you require accommodation at any stage of the hiring process (including alternate formats of materials, accessible meeting rooms or other accommodation), please let us know and we will work with you to meet your needs (KiaraR@ircom.ca).

Job Types: Part-time, Fixed term contract

Pay: $19.51 per hour

Expected hours: 20 per week

Work Location: In person