Relief Support Assistant

Limited Competition

This job opening is limited to residents living within 25 kilometres of Fort Good Hope NT.

Department Information

Sahtu Divisional Education Council

Job Information

At the discretion of the Principal, the Relief Support Assistant reports to the Principal, Program Support Teacher and/or Classroom Teachers. The Relief Support Assistant is responsible for assisting with implementing specialized and modified learning and education activities in order to provide a positive learning experience for students with diverse needs. The position is responsible for working with designated students either individually or in small groups to provide academic assistance. The Relief SA may work in the classroom or in other areas of the school.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Knowledge relating to child development, disabilities and other challenges faced by students and the effects of living with a disability or challenge.

Knowledge of formal and informal learning strategies and inclusive schooling philosophies

Ability to provide instruction in core academic subjects (reading, writing, mathematics) to students in a wide range of grade levels.

Ability to read and comprehend appropriate materials, including reading and mathematics textbooks at a basic understanding of teaching, instruction and classroom management techniques.

Ability to acquire knowledge of the goals, objectives and operations of the school and DEA as well as the local people and culture.

Ability to apply interpersonal and verbal, written, and listening communication skills.

Typically, the above qualifications would be attained by:

High School / Secondary School diploma, and related experience in an educational environment. Equivalencies will be considered.

An ability to communicate using sign language would be considered an asset for this position.

GNWT Inquiries

Inquiries Only

Sahtu HR Client Service Centre

Department of Finance

Government of the Northwest Territories

2 MCKENZIE DRIVE

BOX 360

NORMAN WELLS  NT  X0E 0V0

Tel (867) 587-7150

Fax (867) 587-2173

[email protected]

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.

Indigenous Employment Policy

Candidates must clearly identify their eligibility in order to receive priority consideration under the Indigenous Employment 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

Equivalencies may be considered based on a one-year of directly related experience equivalent to one year of education or one year of education for one year of experience. However, combinations of education and experience must often be considered on a case-by-case basis.  For a full list of equivalencies that will be considered for this role, please contact human resources.

Job Opening Information

Job Opening ID # 28189

Closing Date: Open Until Filled

Salary Information

The salary for this position starts at $37.90 per hour (approximately $73,905. per annum) plus a pro-rated annual Northern Allowance of $13.82 per hour

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