SRCE-26-601, EREC, Term Teacher Assistant

Nova Scotia Regional Centres for Education & CSAP•Barra Head, NS

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Strait Regional Centre for Education (SRCE) is seeking qualified candidates for a Term Teacher Assistant position. The SRCE is part of the public education system in Nova Scotia, established to support student learning, achievement, well-being, and overall success. The SRCE serves approximately 5,948 students and 375 children in pre-primary programs across 20 schools and 14 pre-primary locations. The jurisdiction covers Antigonish, Guysborough, Inverness, and Richmond counties in northeastern Nova Scotia. This position falls under the CUPE Local 955 job classification and operates on a 5.5 hours/day schedule.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent.
Teacher assistant training through a recognized diploma or certificate program, or an equivalent training program (i.e., CCA, LPN), which includes a personal care course.
A school practicum organized by the institution of the diploma program, or equivalent personal care experience in a residential group home or personal care setting.
Ability to perform all duties of the job, including the personal and physical care of students.
Current certification in CPR and First Aid or willingness to obtain prior to employment.
Experience and demonstrated ability in managing children or youth with exceptional needs.

Nice To Haves

Current Non-violent Crisis Intervention (NVCI) certification.
Education and training in the use of assistive technology, including computers.

Responsibilities

Assist students with feeding, toileting needs, and personal hygiene as required.
Administer medication and carry out medical procedures under the direction of the school principal in accordance with Regional Centre for Education policy and relevant government policies.
Assist students with mobility, including lifting, positioning, embarking/disembarking from transportation, and accompanying them to community-based educational programs.
Supervise students to ensure a safe environment.
Assist students in the operation of support equipment as needed.
Assist students in dressing and undressing as required.
Assist in promoting student's emotional growth, well-being, and independence.
Encourage the development of student dignity and self-esteem.
Facilitate positive interactions among all students.
Help motivate students and encourage student participation.
Assist in the implementation of behavior management plans.
Assist students in following programs, strategies, exercises, and materials identified/developed by the teacher.
Assist the teacher(s) in the preparation of material.
Provide feedback to the supervisory teacher on observations of students.
Accompany students to and from community work placements and provide support within these programs, as necessary.
Perform other related duties as assigned.