TEACHER ASSISTANT

TEACHER ASSISTANT

Department:                        Education
Classification/Level:            $25.20    
Employment Status:          On-Call/Casual

Reporting Relationship
The Teacher Assistant will work under the direction of the Classroom Teacher and School Principal.

Position Summary
The Teacher Assistant is responsible for the provision of classroom support and instruction where applicable.

Essential Functions

Assist students with lessons under direct supervision of classroom teacher
Monitor and report to classroom teacher on student progress
Assist in preparation of learning materials and learning environment
Accompany and supervise students during activities in school gymnasiums, laboratories, libraries, resource centre and on field trips
Assist special needs students with mobility, communication and personal hygiene
Prepare classroom displays and bulletin boards
Assist the teacher in the operation office equipment (i.e., computers, tape recorders and photocopier, etc.)
Carry out behaviour modification, personal development and other therapeutic programs under supervision of professionals such as special education instructors, speech and language pathologists
Monitor students during recesses and lunch breaks
May assist with preparing tests and worksheets
Interact effectively with students
Assist in school library or office other areas as assigned by Classroom Teacher and the School Principal
Assist in instructing of students in the Ojibwe language and provide related programming where applicable

Qualifications & Requirements

Preferred, College Diploma in related field of education or equivalent or social services with a minimum of two (2) years work/volunteer related experience with the completion of secondary school or equivalent
Minimum, College Diploma in a related field of study or five (5) years work experience in related field

Other, Good rapport with young people

Good interpersonal skills, dependable, reliable and willingness to work in cooperation within a strong team environment
Must have knowledge and/or experience with the culture, history and customs of the Anishnaabe
Understanding and fluency in Anishinabemowin is a strong asset; or must be willing to learn the language
First Aid Certificate and CPR would be an asset
CRC/VSS requirement 30-days current and must be an original

CRC/VSS Rationale:  M’Chigeeng First Nation and its agents are in a position of trust in services to band member children and/or vulnerable adults, so a safe and secure working environment is mandatory.  Applicants must provide a clear VSS Certificate and the CRC must have a record clear and/or dated of any convictions relating to alcohol, drugs, assault, violence and theft.  The CRC and VSS must be current (30 days) and must be an Original.

Interested applicants must submit COVER LETTER, RESUME, THREE (3) CURRENT REFERENCES (2 Work-Related references from a direct supervisor/manager and 1-character reference that will be contacted upon a successful interview) and education certifications to:

Teacher Assistant
Email: employment@mchigeeng.ca
Human Resources
P.O. Box 333 M’CHIGEENG, ON P0P 1G0 (Fax 705-377-4980)

INCOMPLETE applications will not be considered. Preference will be given to Anishinabek people.

Job Category: Education
Job Location: Lakeview School