COLLEGE BELIVEAU - 6.0 Bilingual Educational Assistant - Special Needs (Term)

COMMENCING: As soon as can be arranged to June 27, 2025, or one day prior to the return of the incumbent, whichever occurs first.
COMPENSATION: Educational Assistant 2 Payband $24.12 to $27.+7
HOURS: 6.0 hours per day
JOB SUMMARY:

A Bilingual Educational Assistant – Special Needs is required to support students’ physical, social, academic, and behavioural
well-being; to introduce and reinforce and model life skills and positive behaviour; to assist in delivering instructional
programming; to implement strategies for student growth and development; and to provide care and supervision of students in
various environments.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:
As the Educational Assistant – Special Needs, you will:
Support development of skills and growth, fostering independence under the direction and instruction of the school
administration, classroom and student service teacher(s), and clinicians for individual or groups of students.
Implement student specific plans and articulated student programming.
Adhere to all relevant policies and procedures.
Perform a variety of record-keeping procedures as required.
Supervise and assist students during instructional and non-instructional time.
Preparation and organization of materials and equipment, for student specific plans and articulated student programming,
as directed.
Assist students with mobility as needed and required.
Employ strategies to support personal safety when working with students by understanding and being prepared for the
work environment. Utilizing Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as required.
Perform other related duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS (EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE):

Completion of Educational Assistant diploma AND a minimum of two (2) years working with children of all ages; preference
will be given to those who have experience working with children with physical, cognitive and /or behavioural challenges
OR an equivalent combination of post-secondary education training and experience.
First Aid and CPR training completed within the probationary period (+0 working days).
Completion of Working Effectively with Violent and Aggressive States (WEVAS), Working Safely with Students, and Respect
In School or equivalent training is required.
Knowledge and experience in applying developmentally appropriate strategies to support the physical, social, behavioural
and academic needs of students demonstrated ability to adapt to changing and work as a team member.
Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills in both official languages (English and French) is required.
Demonstrated ability to develop rapport with students, on a one-to-one basis and in group settings.
Understanding of human development for infancy to early childhood, middle childhood to early adolescence, and
adolescence to young adulthood.
Demonstrated ability to problem-solve, to interpret situations accurately and to respond appropriately and responsibly.
Ability to support K-12 academic programming including literacy and numeracy.
Ability to assist students with personal care needs.
A positive outlook with a belief in the ethic of caring and inclusion.
Ability to meet physical demands of the position which may include lifting, transferring, and the ability to move alongside
the student.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

Satisfactory Criminal Record Check, including Vulnerable Sector Search.
Clear report from the Child Abuse Registry.
Review and comply with Divisional policies and guidelines.
Continued employment is subject to maintaining legal eligibility to work in Canada.
Valid Manitoba Driver’s License, current Driver’s Abstract, and access to a reliable vehicle when required.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE:
The Louis Riel School Division is committed to employment equity and accessibility. We encourage applications from members
of equity-seeking groups with diverse abilities, backgrounds, cultures, identities.

Apply by using the LRSD online submission process at www.lrsd.net.
Include in your resume and cover letter your strengths and abilities and clearly define how you meet eligibility for the role.
Identify the names and contact information of three references.
Address cover letter and resume to Staff Services, Louis Riel School Division.
Quote the Bulletin Number on the application; a separate application is required for each job bulletin.
Upload your resume and cover letter as one document.
Selection of candidates shall adhere to existing CUPE 3473 collective agreement provisions.

We thank all applicants for their interest. Only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

APPLICATION DEADLINE: 4:00 p.m., Monday April 14, 2025 Read more