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Education Assistant - Nanaimo

Traditional Learning Academy Online

Surrey, Nanaimo, B.C.

Job description

Traditional Learning Academy Online is currently recruiting Educational Assistants (EAs) to support students in our individualized learning programs. This role offers the opportunity to work one-on-one or in small groups with students engaged in online and therapeutic center-based learning environments. EAs are vital members of a collaborative team that includes children, families, and TLA school staff.

Key Responsibilities: Under the direction of the Inclusive Education (IE) Teacher, the Educational Assistant (EA) will support student development through the following duties:

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Therapeutic Centre Environment: Assist students within the therapeutic centre on both IEP and curricular goals. Online Support: Support students engaged in online learning by tutoring and facilitating engagement with individualized programs.

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Instructional Support: Support student access to teaching materials, compile and update student records, and monitor student behavior.

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Collaboration: Work closely with TLA teachers and families to provide individualized support tailored to the student's goals.

Qualifications Required:

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A certificate from a recognized post-secondary college (Special Education Teaching Assistant or equivalent).

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Proven background in supporting students with disabilities and diverse learning needs.

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Proficiency in computer tools including Gmail, Google Drive, and video conferencing.

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Strong written and oral English communication skills and a commitment to inclusive education.

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A valid Ministry of Justice criminal record check.

We are currently hiring for positions in the following areas:

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Nanaimo (Therapeutic Centre Support)

  • 1:1 EAs for Math support (Elementary ages)

About this occupation

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.

Typical duties

  • This group performs some or all of the following duties:
  • Assist students with integration into the classroom and school setting
  • Help students individually or in small groups with assignments and reinforce learning and retention concepts under the supervision of the classroom teacher
  • Assist students with special needs using techniques such as sign language, braille and remedial programs
  • Monitor and report student progress to classroom teacher
  • Accompany and supervise students during activities in school gymnasiums, laboratories, libraries, resource centres and on field trips

Usual requirements

  • Completion of secondary school is required.
  • Teacher assistants usually require completion of a 10-month college program in teaching assistance, educational assistance or other social science program.
  • Teacher assistants who help students with special needs usually require specialized training and experience.

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What you’ll do

Support students with individualized education and curricular goals. Provide one-on-one and small-group support. Tutor and facilitate engagement with online learning programs. Support access to teaching materials. Compile and update student records. Monitor student behavior. Collaborate with teachers and families. Provide support in a therapeutic centre environment

What you’ll need

Certificate from a recognized post-secondary college in Special Education Teaching Assistant or equivalent. Experience supporting students with disabilities and diverse learning needs. Proficiency with Gmail, Google Drive, and video conferencing. Strong written and oral English communication skills. Commitment to inclusive education. Valid Ministry of Justice criminal record check

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