Education Assistant

About Lilwat Nation

Workplace Culture
Nt?a´kmen: Honour, Honesty And Respect
The people who work for the nation share a common characteristic: a commitment to serving the people of the Li´l?wat Nation. Whether ensuring sustainable forestry on traditional territories or teaching ucwalmi´cwts to Li´l?wat children and youth, all employees are engaged in moving the nation forward, taking pride in how their work positively impacts the community.

Title:             Education Assistant
Department: Community School
Status:          Permanent, Full Time 
Pay Grid:       Professional ($38,038 to $53,599 per year)
Reporting to: Elementary Vice Principal

Summary of Duties:

The Education Assistant will follow the daily schedule of the class they are assisting.  Responsibilities will include, but not limited to morning, recess, lunch supervision; math and reading programs; and other classroom duties.

Key Deliverables and Expectations:

• To provide student assistance in and out of class under the direction of the Elementary Vice Principal.
• Working with other professionals.
• Ensuring a reporting format is established and maintained.
• Keep a daily journal.
• Ability to follow instruction as outlined in student improvement plan.
• Perform other related duties as requested.

Experience and Attributes:

• Must have Grade 12, ECE or other related certificates, diploma an asset.
• 2+ years of experience working with kids.
• Experience working with special needs children/youth an asset.
• Some knowledge of child development.
• Some understanding of behaviour problems would be an asset.
• B.C. Standard First Aid Certificate for working with young children (recommended but not mandatory).
• Able to foster professional relationships between teacher and parents to support students’ best interest and to work.
• Knowledge of Lil’wat culture an asset.
• Must be able to provide a clear criminal record check, including the vulnerable sector.