Educational Program Assistant

Eastern Passage Education Centre

Dartmouth, Nova Scotia, Canada

$35.8K a year

Permanent

Details :

Daily Start Time : 09 : 10 AM, Daily End Time : 03 : 16 PM

Job Requirements :

Valid First Aid / CPR Certification (please upload certificate or proof of registration in upcoming course to your resume)
Light Lifting (up to 20 pounds)
Medium Lifting (up to 50 pounds)

Trained or Willing to be Trained :

Toileting
Behaviour Management Support (Assist with implementation and tracking of behaviour targets, De-escalation strategies, Foster pro-social and conflict resolution skills, Implement calming strategies)

Assets :

Experience Working with Down's Syndrome
Experience Working with Autism
A related diploma or certificate from a recognized post secondary institution, including a formal practicum placement will be considered an asset.

HRCE offers :

Attractive schedules offering work / life balance
Competitive compensation
Comprehensive health and dental benefits cost-shared with the employer
Defined benefit pension plan with contributions matched by the employer
Comprehensive sick leave benefits
Excellent career opportunities and potential for professional growth and development
Employee and Family Assistance Program

Educational Program Assistants are members of the Canadian Union of Public Employees, Local 5047 (CUPE). The CUPE collective agreement can be accessed by clicking HERE

Rate of Pay :

This is a 10-month position with a work schedule in accordance with the school year calendar which includes time off at Christmas, March Break and Summer break.

The starting annual salary for a 100% position is $35,817.70 including 4% vacation pay. Rates are based on a five (5) step scale with step increases occurring annually in accordance with the Collective Agreement as shown below.

EPAs are paid every two weeks with the annual salary paid across 12 months (August 1st to July 31st) for working a 10-month school year.

The annual salary for term positions less than a school year is pro-rated over the length of the term.

EPAs are paid every two weeks with the annual salary paid across 12 months (August 1st to July 31st) for working a 10-month school year.

The annual salary for term positions less than a school year is pro-rated over the length of the term.

Daily Hours of Work :

50% Position 3.5 hours (includes one 15 minute paid break)

80% Position 6.1 hours (includes ½ hour unpaid lunch and two 15 minute paid breaks)

100% Position 7.5 hours (includes ½ hour unpaid lunch and two 15 minute paid breaks)

Applicants must complete the EPA Specific Questionnaire at the end of the Educational Program Assistant Resume Template.

30+ days ago

Related jobs