1.0 Student Services Teaching and Learning Assistant, Southeastern Avalon Peninsula …

Position Title Student Services Teaching and Learning Assistant (TLA-SS)– Full Time Permanent

Location St. George's Elementary, 234 CBS Highway, P.O. Box 14092, Conception Bay South, A1W 3J1

Responsibilities

Assist the Service Delivery Team in implementing programs and services for students, including the delivery of instructional supports.

Have an understanding of child and youth development.

Assist students with executive‑functioning skills and coregulation.

Observe individual student progress and behavior under the direction of the Service Delivery Team.

Work collaboratively to maintain a safe, secure and supportive environment for both students and staff through the application of de‑escalation strategies and the ability to remain calm in stressful situations.

Encourage students to develop independent skills, self‑esteem and self‑confidence.

Promote student participation in classroom activities, non‑instructional activities, field trips, etc.

Participate as a member of school teams to meet the needs of students.

Maintain effective professional working relationships.

Commit to ongoing professional learning with a willingness to enhance skills and knowledge through professional development.

Possess highly effective interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills.

Assist students with alternate‑format materials and the operation of specialized assistive technologies.

Minimum Qualifications

Teacher's Certificate Level Two (II) from the Teacher Certification Department of Education.

Approved programs for Certificate Level Two (II) may include: ECE Level 2, Child&Youth Care Worker, Child&Youth Care Worker with Addictions Support, Disability Services&Support, Diploma in Social Services, or 20 university courses (60 credit hours).

Additional Information

Annual Teacher Salary Scale and benefits are contained within the NLTA Provincial Collective Agreement.

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