Relief Support Assistant
Job Summary
Limited Competition
This job opening is limited to residents living within 40 kilometres driving distance of Hay River.
Department Information
South Slave Divisional Education Council
Job Information
This position is a relief position, incumbent is called in on an as and when basis to replace the Support Assistant when they are on leave.
The Relief Support Assistant (SA) is responsible for assisting with instruction and providing support and encouragement to students diagnosed with special needs and/or who require additional attention in order to ensure all students have the opportunity for a successful and meaningful learning experience. At the discretion of the Principal, the Support Assistant reports to the Principal, Program Support Teacher and/or Classroom Teachers. The SA is responsible for working with special needs/additional needs students and assisting with implementation of Student Support Plans so that students are provided with a learning environment that promotes a sense of accomplishment and self-confidence.
The incumbent must demonstrate the following skills:
- ability to provide instruction in core academic subjects (reading, writing, mathematics) to special needs/additional needs students in a wide range of grade levels.
- knowledge of the goals and objectives of inclusive schooling
- basic understanding of teaching, instruction and classroom management technique
- excellent interpersonal skills
- analytical, planning, organizational and problem solving skills
- effective verbal, written and listening communications skills
- conflict management and resolution skills
- Ability to deal with difficult situations
The above Knowledge, Skills and Abilities are normally attained by:
The incumbent would normally acquire the required knowledge and skills through completion of Grade 12 combined with related training in working with special needs students and experience in an educational environment.
GNWT Inquiries
Inquiries Only:
Hay River HR Client Service Centre
Department of Finance
Government of the Northwest Territories
209 - 62 WOODLAND DRIVE
HAY RIVER, NT X0E 1G1
Tel (867) 875-8086
jobshayriver@gov.nt.ca
Note: If you do not receive electronic notification confirming receipt of your application, please follow up via telephone.
More Information
Relief Worker
This job opening is for a Relief position where there are no established hours of work on a daily, weekly or monthly basis and may be required to report to work on an as and when required basis for facilities where services operate on a daily basis throughout the entire year.
Affirmative Action
Candidates must clearly identify their eligibility in order to receive priority consideration under the Affirmative Action Policy.
Criminal Records Check
Candidates must provide a satisfactory vulnerable sector check. Failure to provide a satisfactory check may deem you disqualified from the competition.
Diversity and Inclusion
The Government of the Northwest Territories is an inclusive workplace. If you have a disability and you require support during the hiring process, you are encouraged to identify your needs if you are contacted for an assignment or interview so that you may be accommodated during the hiring process.
Eligibility
Eligibility lists may be created from this competition to fill future term and indeterminate positions.
Equivalencies
Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered.
Job Opening Information
Job Opening ID # 25674
Closing Date: Open Until Filled
Salary Information
The salary range for this position is from $34.20 per hour to $40.85 per hour plus a pro-rated annual Northern Allowance of $2.71 per hour.