Are you interested in working in a unique First Nations community in northern Québec and embracing cultural differences? The Central Québec School Board may have what you are looking for! With a little over 300 students, Jimmy Sandy Memorial School is currently seeking a Special Education Technician for the 2024/2025 school year.

Benefits - move-in ready subsidized housing - northern premium - paid outings - food transportation allowance - relocation expenses are provided under certain conditions and much more!

Percentage of work: 100%

THE POSITION

You will embody the heart of our educational mission through your caring approach and collaboration with the multidisciplinary team, driving the application of a variety of special education methods geared towards providing each young person with the support they need to thrive and succeed, whatever their background and needs.

THE RESPONSIBILITIES

• Work in synergy with the teaching team, families and external resources to provide targeted support for students with special needs.
• Innovate in support methods and design customized learning strategies.
• Contribute actively, in collaboration with the multidisciplinary team, to the creation, development and implementation of personalized intervention plans.
• Monitor student progress and encourage an open, stimulating environment conducive to learning.
• Develop, organize and lead diversified activities to reinforce various student competencies.
• Provide direct academic support, particularly in basic skills, lessons and homework.
• Adopt a proactive approach to supporting students in their adaptation and behavioral management, using optimal and adapted communication techniques.
• Provide information on social issues and refer students and their families to specialized resources, as needed.
• Manage the supervision of students requiring specific follow-up after sanctions and organize their school reintegration.
• Ensure the safety and support of students requiring special attention during school transportation, if necessary.
• Rigorously document observations and interventions, keep student files up to date, and prepare detailed reports.
• Manage the administration of medication according to medical and school guidelines, and intervene in first aid, if necessary.
• Guide and train new team members and supervise support staff tasks related to technical operations.
• Carry out any additional tasks adapted to emerging needs.

• Hold a college diploma in Special Education Techniques or a diploma/certificate recognized as equivalent.
• Be fluent in written and oral English. Knowledge of French would be an asset.
• Have experience with students with behavioral and academic difficulties.
• Valid first-aid certificate.