Exciting Opportunity for an Extraordinary Education Assistant

Education Assistant, Senior Kindergarten

Full-time, Fixed-term Contract

2023 – 2024

At Crofton House School, we inspire girls to discover and pursue their personal excellence from the first day of Junior Kindergarten to Grade 12 and beyond.

Bound by a belief in the power of all-girls education, Crofton House School fosters a strong sense of community among educators, staff, students and families. Here, everyone can contribute to the strength of our learning community – including you.

Crofton House School is seeking one experienced education assistant to work with teachers in senior kindergarten. You will be part of a collaborative teaching team supporting the positive growth and development of young girls in the Junior School. Fulfil your vision as an education assistant by joining this dynamic school community with motivated students, abundant resources, enriching professional development opportunities, inspirational colleagues and supportive parents. Teaching and learning are guided and enhanced by the principles of a student-centred, collaborative approach with an inquiry-based focus to deepen learning for young students.

Responsibilities:

Assist the senior kindergarten teachers in performing specific tasks and responsibilities
Assist in providing individual and small group instruction
Support individual children as required
Prepare instructional materials and classroom visual displays
Work in collaboration with teachers to organize enriching programs
Supervise children at lunch and at play outside
Support the extended care program
Participate in school events such as our Public Speaking event, Sports Day and concerts

Qualifications:

Education Assistant Certificate/Diploma or equivalent is an asset
Previous experience an asset
Awareness of the learning styles of young girls
Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively
Excellent communication skills
Flexible and innovative in approaching challenges
Highly organized with attention to detail
Strong time management skills

Employment and Application Details:

This role starts at the end of August 2023.

Please note that applicants must be able to legally work in Canada.

Apply online at www.croftonhouse.ca/careers. Applications will be reviewed as soon as they are received.

We thank all candidates in advance. We will, however, contact only those selected for an interview. No phone calls, please.

For more information, please visit www.croftonhouse.ca/careers

About Crofton House School

Crofton House School is a university preparatory day school for girls from junior kindergarten to grade 12. Set on a beautiful ten-acre campus in Vancouver, we offer an inclusive, supportive community of dedicated teachers, involved parents, and enthusiastic students. Collaborative, student-centred, inquiry-based education and world-class facilities create a unique learning environment where each girl can reach her full potential.

www.croftonhouse.ca/careers