POSITION SUMMARY
The Education Assistant is responsible for the academic supervision of Yuasni’s youth
attendees. Education Assistant will provide academic support, classroom guidance, supervise online learning activities, and assist in Land Based educational activities.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Plan, implement and guide children throughout the day with reading, writing, math, stories, art, and music.
- Have knowledge/experience with children with developmental delays, challenges and/or diverse needs.
- Ability to communicate clearly and effectively.
- Must work collaboratively in a team as well as independently.
- Document incidents, reports, and daily/weekly academic plan.
- Assist in Land Based educational activities.
- Supervise and assist with online learning and activities.
- Prepare online learning platforms and instructional materials for students.
SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS
- Education/Teaching Assistant Certificate.
- Minimum two (2) continuous years sobriety/abstainer.
- Ability to communicate with adults and children in a kind and caring manner.
- Knowledge, awareness and understanding of First Nations Culture.
- Fluency in the English language is a requirement, fluency in a First Nations language within the Prince Albert Grand Council area is an asset.
- Knowledge/Experience with online learning platforms.
- Certificate in St. John’s First Aid/CPR is a requirement.
- Effective interpersonal communication skills.
- Criminal Record/Vulnerable Sector Check/Child Abuse Registry Check (must have copy at time of interview).
- Valid Saskatchewan driver’s license.
Deadline extended to: Friday July 12, 2024
Yuasni Tipi Family Treatment Centre is situated on the Wahpeton Dakota First Nation IR 94B, home to the Dakota people. We recognize the path of truth and reconciliation and are committed to building an inclusively diverse, and culturally responsive workforce. If you are interested in applying for the job description above, please submit a complete application including a cover letter, resume, and three (3) work or school-related references. While we appreciate all applications, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Please include email address (applicants will be contacted through email):
Karen Timmerman, Director of Human Services
Prince Albert Grand Council
Box 2350
Prince Albert, Saskatchewan S6V 6Z1
Tel: 306-953-7200 Fax: 306-953-1045
Email: personnel@pagc.net
