Job Order Detail

Description

The Educational Assistant is primarily responsible for providing tutorial assistance to students with diverse learning needs, who require additional support to achieve their learning objectives.  The Educational Assistant may also help instructors enhance the learning experience of students in the classroom.  

Duties and Responsibilities
    Provide support, within the general framework of essential skills, to promote student learning and the successful completion of their program.
    Assist in bridging learning gaps (where what the student is expected to know at a certain point does not equal what the student has actually learned).
    Assist in the development and the implementation of learning assistance strategies, plans or accommodations for students.
    Assist in classroom demonstrations.
    Reporting as required.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Education:
    Strong knowledge of the fundamentals of reading, writing and math.
    Knowledge of adult education principles.
    Knowledge of individualized and classroom instructional techniques.
    Knowledge of and the ability to communicate effectively and cooperatively, both orally and in writing, with people from various backgrounds.
    Ability to assess students learning needs and to facilitate learning opportunities to meet those needs.
    Ability to innovate and motivate, including a capacity to deal appropriately and effectively with challenges, issues and problems.

Education
    Minimum education requirements of this position include a Grade 12 diploma supplemented with one year of related post-secondary education.
    Preference will be given to candidates who have either an Educational Assistant certificate or a Bachelor of Education degree.

Experience
    One year of experience supporting students as an Educational Assistant.
    Experience working in cross-cultural learning environments is an asset.