The job provides a range of educational support services, under the supervision of a Therapeutic Specialist (TS), to students in Pre-Kindergarten to Grade 12 within the environment of our inclusive educational programs. The primary focus is to work directly with students and the teacher to provide support for a range of needs that impact classroom/academic functioning and to extend the services of the Therapeutic Specialist assigned to that classroom.

This job involves working within the classroom environment together with a classroom team consisting of a teacher and therapeutic Specialist and may also include Educational Assistants, Early Childhood Educators, Learning Coaches, other multi-disciplinary team members (MDT), administrators, parents, and school staff.

This posting will be used to fill seven (7) positions.

Job Responsibilities:

Plan and implement programs/strategies with specific students and or groups of students within the classroom environment as outlined by the specialist and classroom team;

Plan and implement small and large group strategies/activities within the classroom environment that support the development skills of identified students;

Develop materials related to varied programs/strategies as determined by the Therapeutic Specialist;

Provide support to families by assisting with home program preparation, modeling, and monitoring;

Monitor, record, and provide feedback;

Monitor the effectiveness of programs/strategies designed to meet specific objectives;

Develop and maintain specific notes for Therapeutic Specialist and classroom team regarding students’ progress and response to current program/strategies follow up through contact notes, progress notes, anecdotal observations, and/or conversation;

Share information with the classroom teaching team regarding planned strategies/programs and communicate with Therapeutic Specialist to determine the appropriate level for programming and additional follow-up required;

Model/discuss strategies and supports as appropriate with the classroom team;

Assist in the delivery of workshops/seminars;

Conduct screenings to facilitate interpretation of results; assist in administering informal/formal screening tools to gather information;

Assist with preparing materials, and scheduling activities, as directed by Therapeutic Specialist or Assistant Manager (e.g. summer treatment programming);

Perform checks and maintenance of equipment and materials, including cleaning and organizing of materials room;

Qualifications:

Therapist Assistant, Occupational or Physical Therapy diploma from a recognized institution, plus three years of directly related pediatric experience;

Certified Member of the Therapy Assistant Association of Alberta (THAA) is required;

Knowledge of applied human anatomy, applied human physiology, functional anatomy and orthopedics, physical dysfunction and exercise in physical therapy; learning through play principles;

General knowledge of inclusion principles and practices, and 21st Century educational skills;

Knowledge of multi-media technology and equipment, Microsoft and Apple iPads;

Knowledge of program planning and project management techniques;

Knowledge of Microsoft programs including Office 365, Word, Outlook, and Internet Explorer;

Knowledge of Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy (FOIP) Legislation specifically related to student records;

Knowledge of Workplace Safety and Occupational Health and Safety regulations, with a focus on lifting, transferring, and repositioning students;

Advanced verbal and written skills- in English including digital literacies;

Good communication, strong interpersonal skills, and a friendly/positive attitude are essential;

Ability to work with a wide variety of clients and needs;

Strong teamwork skills with the ability to work independently as well as collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams;

Flexible with the ability to work in a fast-paced environment;

Good self-reflection skills and ability to quickly adjust to feedback;

Exceptional organizational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities and work within tight timelines;

Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to influence decisions;

Ability to travel to various sites in the City of Edmonton;

Ability to communicate with sensitivity, diplomacy, and tact is essential;

Ability to maintain a high degree of confidentiality;

Knowledge of the district and school policies, procedures, and programs, community services for children and families, and an understanding of the Alberta Education curriculum.

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