SRCE-26-545, SMECA, Teacher Assistant
About The Position
The Strait Regional Centre for Education (SRCE) is seeking qualified candidates for a 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. With approximately 1,166 employees, the SRCE operates 20 schools and 375 pre-primary programs across the counties of Antigonish, Guysborough, Inverness, and Richmond. This position falls under the CUPE Local 955 job classification and has a work schedule of 7 hours per day, including a bus run. The deadline for applications is June 16, 2026, with an effective date of September 1, 2026.
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 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 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 policy.
- Assist students to move about during the school day, including lifting and positioning, embarking and disembarking from transportation vehicles, and accompanying students 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 and introduced 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.
Benefits
- Salary and Benefits information 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
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
