The Board of Education of
School District No. 34 (Abbotsford)
POSITION:
TEACHING ASSISTANTS/YOUTH CARE WORKERS - ABORIGINAL
REPORTS TO:
MANAGER, HUMAN RESOURCES
POSTING NUMBER:
S 13 ISS 116 TEM
CONTRACT:
CASUAL ON-CALL
CLOSING DATE:
FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 2, 2012
We require experienced Teaching Assistants and Youth Care Workers to work in the district’s Aboriginal
education services. Qualified candidates will be considered for placement on the established casual list to
work on an as-needed basis.
CASUAL TEACHING ASSISTANTS – ABORIGINAL
Successful applicants will have a minimum of Grade XII supplemented by graduation from a one-year
teachers’ assistant program (SETA preferred) from a recognized community or technical college. In
addition, the incumbent must have the following:
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Over one year of experience in working with Aboriginal people in an educational setting
 Considerable working knowledge of the Aboriginal culture, heritage and value systems (preferably
the Stó:lδ Nation)
 Proven ability to establish and maintain effective work relationships with all internal and external
contacts; a helpful and pleasant manner in dealing with others
 Proven ability to express ideas effectively, both orally and in writing
 Proven ability to work in a cooperative team situation, offering assistance to co-workers as
required
 Ability to provide guidance and direction to others; proven ability to explain information and
instructions to others
 Working knowledge of the district child abuse protocol and reporting procedures
 Sufficient physical capabilities, stamina and coordination to perform the duties of the position to
the required standard
The current casual salary rate is $19.54 per hour with an additional 8% of straight time pay in lieu of
statutory and non-statutory benefits.
CASUAL YOUTH CARE WORKERS – ABORIGINAL
Successful applicants will have a minimum of Grade XII supplemented by graduation from a recognized
post-secondary program (e.g., Social Services Diploma Program, Child Care Workers Program, or
equivalent), plus training and experience in the areas of behaviour management, counseling, etc. In
addition, the incumbent must have the following:
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Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of Aboriginal culture and 2 to 3 years’ experience in
working with Aboriginal people in an educational setting
Considerable working knowledge of the needs of “at-risk” students and current intervention/counseling
strategies
Considerable working knowledge of the Aboriginal cultures and heritages and value systems
(preferably the Stó:lδ Nation)
Working knowledge of community service/support agencies
Working knowledge of the district child abuse protocol and reporting procedures
Ability to operate a micro-computer and spreadsheet/database packages
Proven ability to establish and maintain effective work relationships with all internal and external
contacts; a helpful and pleasant manner when dealing with others
Proven ability to express ideas effectively, both orally and in writing
Proven ability to work in a cooperative team situation, offering assistance to co-workers as required
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Ability to provide guidance and direction to others; proven ability to explain information and instructions
to others
Sufficient physical capabilities, stamina and coordination to perform the duties of the position to the
required standard; no mental or physical limitations and good health
The current casual salary rate is $19.54 per hour with an additional 8% of straight time pay in lieu of
statutory and non-statutory benefits. Upon obtaining regular status, pay increases to $22.68 per hour with
benefits.
Interested applicants should submit a detailed resume outlining qualifications and experience no later than
4:30 p.m. on Friday, November 2, 2012 to:
Human Resources Department
The Board of Education of School District No. 34 (Abbotsford)
2790 Tims St., Abbotsford, BC V2T 4M7
Fax: (604) 859-6187 or E-Mail: hr@sd34.bc.ca
Individuals not currently employed by the Board of Education of School District No. 34 (Abbotsford), are
required to sign an “Authorization for Criminal Record Search” to permit a criminal record review. The
interest of all applicants is appreciated; however, acknowledgments will only be made to those selected for
an interview.