Educational Assistant - Speech

Grande Prairie Public School Division

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Applications will be accepted until a suitable candidate is found.

The Educational Assistant works under the supervision of a certified teacher who retains the responsibility for planning, instruction, supervision and evaluation of the students.

Qualifications:

• Preference will begiven to applicants with post-secondary training,such as the Speech Language Pathologist Assistant Program
• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Educational Assistant Diploma with CPR/First Aid preferred
• some experience working with children in an organized setting preferred
• preference will be given to those with NVCI training
• experience working with students who exhibit challenging behaviors is an asset
• ability and willingness to perform required physical tasks, as well as assist with personal care

Applications should include:

• completed Apply to Education profile
• cover letter
• detailed resume
• three references with current contact information

We appreciate and thank you for your application; however, we contact only those candidates who are selected for an interview. GPPSD reserves the right to check references prior to the scheduling of interviews.

A current Police Information Check with Vulnerable Sector Check and Child Intervention Record Check must be provided as a condition of employment.