SRCE-26-542, AEC, Teacher Assistant
About The Position
The Strait Regional Centre for Education (SRCE), established on April 1, 2018, is part of the public education system in Nova Scotia. It focuses on supporting student learning, achievement, well-being, and overall success. The SRCE aims to empower children and youth within safe, equitable, and inclusive environments to become responsible, contributing, and successful lifelong learners. In the 2025-2026 school year, the SRCE operates 20 schools with approximately 5,948 students and 375 children in pre-primary programs across 14 locations. The Centre's jurisdiction covers Antigonish, Guysborough, Inverness, and Richmond counties in northeastern Nova Scotia, spanning approximately 11,000 square kilometers with a population of 53,742 (Census 2021). This position falls under the CUPE Local 955 job classification.
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), (A recognized program will include a personal care course.)
- A school practicum which was organized by the institution of the diploma program, or the equivalent in personal care experience working in a residential group home setting or personal care setting
- Ability to perform all the duties of this job, including the personal and physical care of students
- Current certification in CPR and First Aid or willing to obtain prior to employment
- Experience and demonstrated ability in managing children or youth with exceptional needs
- Bilingual - English & French
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 the Department of Education and the Department of Health's policies and protocols.
- Assist students to move about during the school day, including lifting and positioning students, exercising and supporting as outlined in their Individualized Program Plan (IPP) or physiotherapy/occupational therapy plan, assist when embarking and disembarking from transportation vehicles, and accompany students to community-based educational programs as appropriate.
- Supervise students to ensure a safe environment.
- Assist the 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 as developed by the teacher and/or school team.
- Assist students in following programs, strategies, exercises, and materials identified/developed and introduced by the teacher.
- Assist the teacher(s) in the preparation of material.
- Provide feedback to the supervisory teacher on his/her observations of students.
- Accompany students to and from community work placements and provide support within these programs, as necessary.
- Other related duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Salary and Benefits information for this position can be accessed by clicking this link CUPE Local 955 Collective Agreement April 1 2024 to March 31 2026
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
