Job Order Detail

Description

The location of this position is not yet determined, however it may be Schaller, Elementary, or Transition.

The Educational Assistant provides one to one educational support to vulnerable persons with complex needs, behavioral issues, developmental disabilities, mental health disorders, and/or other related issues. The Educational Assistant provides supervision, academic support, care, and role-modelling to students in a classroom environment, guiding educational routines while implementing behavioral and life skill strategies. The Educational Assistant works with a teacher to provide individualized education plans to each student, assisting the students in meeting their educational goals.

Duties and Responsibilities

Services
     * Provide supervision, care, and support to vulnerable persons with complex needs, behavioral issues, developmental disabilities, mental health disorders, and/or other related issues.
     * Supervise and engage with students in a safe and structured environment.
     * Participate in planning and programming in collaboration with the teacher.
     * Assist in the implementation of individualized education plans and programming.
     * Monitor and guide students behavior and educational progress.
     * Assist the students in achieving their educational goals.
     * Communicate and collaborate with internal and external stakeholders.
     * Resolve conflicts and respond to crisis situations in a calm and patient manner. Identify potential triggers, recognize escalating behaviors, and de-escalate the situation safely and effectively.
     * Administer medications to students when required.
     * Transport students as required.
     * Document all incidents and updates such as critical incidents, medication administration, and any other classroom or student updates. Complete reports and documentation clearly, accurately, and in a timely manner.
     * Perform other related duties as assigned.