Teacher Assistant

Under the direct supervision of the Principal and the general supervision of the Yaasgaabwitaaget (Systems Principal) and Kinoomaagewi Gimaa (Director of Education).

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Implement any education program for their assigned students as developed by the classroom teacher, S.E.R.T. and or Principal. This is mainly associated with modified and accommodated work. 
• To act as a mentor with any assigned children in the classroom and work with other children as needed.
• To work in a small group setting with students, as assigned by the Principal and classroom teacher
• To attend and participate in meetings and sessions where the need of any child they may have worked with are being discussed.
• To carry out all duties or changes made by the teacher, S.E.R.T. or principal to meet the needs of the children.
• Conference daily with the classroom teacher regarding observation of the children in the class and the children they have worked with.
• To work as a member of a team which includes other staff, parents and community.
• To share in the care and housekeeping tasks of the classroom.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Developmental Service Worker (DSW), Early Childhood Education (ECE) diploma or Native Classroom Assistant Program is considered an asset
• Knowledge of Discipline and Behavior Theories is considered an asset
• A strong interest and competency in meeting the needs of our children and classrooms
• Minimum Grade 12 OSSD 
• Knowledge and appreciation of Anishinabek Culture, Traditions, Language and History
• Provide a cover letter, resume and 3 current work-related references
• Provide current CPIC with Vulnerable Sector Screening upon offer of employment

DIRECT APPLICATION TO:

“TEACHER ASSISTANT”

Wiikwemikoong Board of Education

34 Henry Street 

Wiiwemkoong ON P0P 2J0

EMAIL: applications@wbe-education.ca