Special Education Technician

Join us in a learning environment designed to uplift, inspire and propel everyone to new heights of success. Join us in this exciting mission and discover the power of an education that celebrates uniqueness! Come and discuss the opportunities you have to make a meaningful difference!

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THE POSITION

You will embody the heart of our educational mission through your caring approach and collaboration with the multidisciplinary team, driving the application of a variety of special education methods geared towards providing each young person with the support they need to thrive and succeed, whatever their background and needs.

THE RESPONSIBILITIES

• Work in synergy with the teaching team, families and external resources to provide targeted support for students with special needs.
• Innovate in support methods and design customized learning strategies.
• Contribute actively, in collaboration with the multidisciplinary team, to the creation, development and implementation of personalized intervention plans.
• Monitor student progress and encourage an open, stimulating environment conducive to learning.
• Develop, organize and lead diversified activities to reinforce various student competencies.
• Provide direct academic support, particularly in basic skills, lessons and homework.
• Adopt a proactive approach to supporting students in their adaptation and behavioral management, using optimal and adapted communication techniques.
• Provide information on social issues and refer students and their families to specialized resources, as needed.
• Manage the supervision of students requiring specific follow-up after sanctions and organize their school reintegration.
• Ensure the safety and support of students requiring special attention during school transportation, if necessary.
• Rigorously document observations and interventions, keep student files up to date, and prepare detailed reports.
• Manage the administration of medication according to medical and school guidelines, and intervene in first aid, if necessary.
• Guide and train new team members and supervise support staff tasks related to technical operations.
• Carry out any additional tasks adapted to emerging needs.

• Hold a college diploma in Special Education Techniques or a diploma/certificate recognized as equivalent.
• Be fluent in written and oral English. Knowledge of French would be an asset.
• Have experience with students with behavioral and academic difficulties.
• Valid first-aid certificate.