SRCE-, EREC, Term Teacher Assistant

SRCE-26-502, EREC, Term Teacher Assistant

Work Schedule: 6.75 hr/day with bussing to Lewis Cove Road

Effective Dates cider: 01/26/2026 to 06/30/2026

• Assist students with feeding, toileting needs and personal hygiene as required;
• Administer medication and carry out medical procedures under the direction of the school principal following policy;
• Assist students in moving, lifting, positioning, and transportation activities, and accompany them to community programs;
• Supervise students to ensure a safe environment;
• Assist students in operating support equipment and dressing/undressing as required.

• Assist in promoting student’s emotional growth, well‑being and independence;
• Encourage the development of student dignity and self‑esteem;
• Facilitate positive interactions among students;
• Help motivate students and encourage participation;
• Assist in implementing behavior management plans as developed by the teacher or team.

• Assist students in following programs, strategies, exercises and materials identified by the teacher;
• Assist teachers in preparing material;
• Provide feedback to the supervising teacher on observations of students;
• Accompany students to and from community work placements and provide support within programs;
• Other related duties as assigned.

• High School Diploma or equivalent;
• Currently enrolled or completion of teacher assistant training through a recognised diploma or certificate programme, or an equivalent training programme (including a personal care course);
• A school practicum organised by the institution of the diploma programme, or equivalent experience in personal care settings;
• Ability to perform all duties, including personal and physical care of students;
• Current certification in CPR and First Aid or willingness to obtain prior to employment;
• Current Non‑violent Crisis Intervention (NVCI) certification (desirable);
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills;
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Education and training feitos in the use of assistive technology, including computers;
• Experience and demonstrated ability in managing children or youth with exceptional needs.

Your application must include at least three (3) work‑related references; one must be your most recent supervisor. The Strait Regional Centre for Education appreciates your expression of interest for employment. Candidates selected for interviews will be contacted; all shortlisted candidates will have reference checks prior to interview. Candidates can check on the status of their applications in Successfactors under My Applications.

All employees of the Strait Regional Centre for Education must provide a current (within the last 6 months) and clear Criminal Record Check – Vulnerable Sector and Child Abuse Registry prior to employment.