Supervision Aides-On Call (East and West Side Vancouver Schools)

The Vancouver School Board welcomes applications for the position of:

On-Call Supervision Aides (East and West Side Vancouver Schools)

Salary: $26.82 per hour, plus 16% in lieu of benefits

Hours: 2.5 hours per day from 10:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.

On-Call Employees are expected to be available to work Monday to Friday with a minimum requirement of three days per week and accept shifts on short notice

Only applicants who are fully qualified will be considered for this position

At the VSB, we are proud to provide exceptional learning experiences for students. As a large, urban school district, the VSB is one of Canada’s most diverse school systems.

With deep gratitude and respect, we are honoured to be learning and unlearning on the ancestral and unceded lands of the xʷməθkʷəy̓ əm (Musqueam), Sḵwxwú7mesh Úxwumixw (Squamish Nation) & səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh Nation). We embrace Indigenous ways of knowing and learning and work to expand Indigenous perspectives across the curriculum and within our 107 schools and programs, where more than 50,000 students learn and grow.

Equity and inclusivity are at the forefront of our approach to education. More than 7,700 staff work to create learning environments where every student thrives by prioritizing students’ needs, applying evidence-informed practices and building relationships. The VSB’s culture reflects the diversity of our city. Students enrolled in the VSB come from varied backgrounds and lived experiences and are encouraged to explore and share their unique selves and gifts. Our commitment to students goes beyond academics. Students’ overall well-being and sense of belonging are equally important. We strive to build a school system where every student can be their authentic self and succeed throughout their learning journey. In doing this work, we champion equity and accountability by making evidence-based decisions. As a learning organization, humility is our guidepost as we seek to continually improve student outcomes in service to them, their families, and the broader community. Our work is guided by the and grounded in the embedded equity statement. For more information about our school district, visit .

In this role you will be:

• Responsible for supervising students during recess and lunch, indoors and outdoors, in all kinds of weather.
• Ensure student safety and that students comply with school rules.
• Intervene in potentially unsafe play situations and facilitate conflict resolutions between students.
• Required to supervise students between recess and lunch, ensuring appropriate behaviour and completion of teacher assigned work.
• Walking and standing for the duration of the shift, which is mostly outdoors.
• Required to circulate the school grounds, focus on your surroundings and remain alert at all times.

Qualifications:

• Experience working with children in large groups
• Good communication skills
• Excellent conflict resolution skills
• Ability to work both indoors and outdoors in all weather
• Ability to speak languages common to ESL students is an asset

Your application MUST include:

• Cover letter
• Resume
• 3 References-must be your last three direct supervisors/managers (full name, email and phone numbers) that you have worked with. We do not accept friends or colleagues as references.
• A copy of your Work Permit or PR Card (if you are not a Canadian Citizen)
• We do not notify unsuccessful applicants or respond to inquiries regarding the status of an application. Applicants will be contacted directly if we are interested in moving forward or if an application requires additional information.

HOW TO APPLY:

1. Register on Make a Future:

2. Create a profile

3. Click on Job Postings then click Search

4. Select the Job you are qualified for

5. Answer ALL job posting questions then click Apply

6. Upload ALL supporting documents

7. You will receive a confirmation email once your application has been submitted

Additional Information:

As a public body, the personal information provided in this application is collected and used by the Vancouver School Board (VSB) in accordance with section 26(c) of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (FIPPA), RSBC 1996, c.165, as amended. This information will be used by VSB staff for the purpose of evaluating your qualifications, experience, and suitability for this position. It may also be used to verify the information provided, conduct reference checks, and/or contact you about next steps in the job competition. Pursuant to section 30 of FIPPA, the VSB takes reasonable security measures to protect the personal information within its custody and control, including what has been provided in this application. Should you have any questions about the collection and use of your personal information, please email .

This job is classed under Elementary and secondary school teacher assistants (NOC 43100) in Canada’s National Occupational Classification (NOC). Here’s how NOC describes the work in general; the posting above has the details for this job.

Elementary and secondary school teacher assistants support students, and assist teachers and counsellors with teaching and non-instructional tasks. They assist in areas of personal care, teaching and behaviour management under the supervision of teachers or other child care professionals. They are employed in public and private elementary, secondary and special needs schools and treatment centres.

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