Tutor Escort (DSW/PSW)

Department

• Education
• Classification/Level:
• CS-2
• Employment
• Status: Full-Time Reporting Relationship The Tutor Escort will work under the direction of the Childcare Supervisor or Principal.

Position Summary

The Tutor Escort is responsible for the provision of classroom support and one-to-one instruction where applicable. Essential Functions

Work collaboratively with the Centre’s Resource Teacher, Early Childhood Educators and Educational Consultants; observe behaviors of the students and document any special needs or concerns, (ie., behavior, speech, physical, emotional, or health related); and record such observations in corresponding student files

Be familiar with individual students’ needs and their individual support plans

Ensure necessary documentation is recorded daily

Assist in keeping program room and outdoor play area in a safe and orderly fashion

Assist and participate in all daily activities and routines

Be willing to support and train relief staff or practicum students

Be familiar with and perform all roles and responsibilities of the position

Assist student(s) with activities/classroom routines under direct supervision of classroom educators Monitor and report to classroom teacher on student progress Assist in preparation of learning materials and learning environment Accompany and supervise students during all activities on and off-Centre premises and on field trips Work 1:1 with special needs students with mobility, communication, and personal hygiene Prepare classroom displays and bulletin boards Carry out behavior modification, personal development, and other therapeutic programs under supervision of professionals such as special education instructors, speech, and language pathologists

Assist with preparing student assessments (i.e., ASQ; Nipissing Screening) Interact effectively with students and coworkers/colleagues Assist in instructing of students in the Ojibwe language and provide related programming where applicable Adhere to the Centre’s policies and procedures inclusive of the Childcare and Early Years Act; the Code of Ethics and Standards of Practice; MFN’s personnel policy

Qualifications

and Requirements Preferred: College Diploma in related fields of education or equivalent or social services; PSW or DSW qualifications, with a minimum of two (2) years’ work/volunteer related experience with the completion of secondary school or equivalent

Minimum: College Diploma in a related field of study or five (5) years’ work experience in related field

Other

Good rapport with children/students Good interpersonal skills, dependability, reliability and willingness to work in cooperation within a strong team environment Must have knowledge and/or experience with the culture, history, and customs of the Anishnaabe Understanding and fluency in Anishinabemowin is a strong asset; or must be willingness to learn First Aid Certificate and CPR would be an asset Police VSS requirement upon hire Confirmation of UTD vaccinations and provide an employee health assessment upon CRC/VSS Rationale: M’Chigeeng First Nation and its agents are in a position of trust in services to band member children and/or vulnerable adults, so a safe and secure working environment is mandatory. Applicants must provide a clear VSS Certificate, and the CRC must have a record clear and/or dated of any convictions relating to alcohol, drugs, assault, violence, and theft. The CRC and VSS must be current (30 days) and must be an Original.

Interested applicants must submit COVER LETTER, RESUME, THREE (3) CURRENT REFERENCES (2 Work-Related references from a direct supervisor/manager and 1-character reference that will be contacted upon a successful interview) and education certifications to:

Tutor Escort employment@mchigeeng.ca c/o Human Resources P.O. Box 333 M’CHIGEENG, ON P0P 1G0 (Fax 705-377-4980)