Back

Special Education Technician (Visually Impaired Students)

Special Education Student Services Non-Teaching

Job Description

In collaboration with the Assistant Director of Complementary and Compassionate Services, the Special Education Technician for the visually impaired will detect, evaluate, and guide students who are visually impaired or blind and provide strategies and recommendations to support their academic success. Responsibilities will include but are not limited to:

FUNCTION & DUTIES:

  • Support the visually impaired student's inclusion in the classroom;
  • Instruct student in reading and writing braille and in the use of special equipment or supports such as human or animal guides, long canes, and other adaptive devices;
  • Adapt and implement psychoeducational support in collaboration with student counsellor and SSP that meets the academic and administrative requirements of the school board;
  • In collaboration with school, parents, and external resources, gathering information to assist in the adaptation of learning and evaluation materials appropriate to assist the students' learning;
  • Collaborate and maintain relationships with internal and external partners to implement and recommend strategies aimed to assist the students' learning;
  • Organize and conduct training activities for colleagues and students;
  • Develop, adapt, and prepare materials as well as appropriate adapt intervention approaches and activities based on the individual needs of the student;
  • Provide recommendations to management staff and teachers through evaluations, briefings, and progress reports;
  • Support student's integration in regular classes and provide appropriate intervention activities for students advice and support to school resources in matters pertaining to the integration of students into regular classes;
  • Refer students to appropriate resources when necessary.


QUALIFICATIONS:

College Diploma in Special Education.

The Board may, at its discretion, waive any or all of the afore-mentioned qualifications if it finds a suitable candidate who is a beneficiary of the James Bay and Northern Québec Agreement (JBNQA) and who accepts, as a condition of employment, to follow a training plan determined by the Board.

REQUIREMENTS:

  • Fluency in English and preferably a second language of the board (Inuktitut, English and French).
  • Two years of relevant experience.
  • Prior knowledge of Braille.
  • Experience working with the blind.
  • Experience working in Nunavik is a definite asset.


WORK SCHEDULE:

35 hours per week from Monday to Friday

CLASSIFICATION / SALARY / BENEFITS:

In accordance with the AENQ collective agreement for support staff, this position belongs to job category 4207: from $27.71 to $39.88 an hour depending on qualification and experience. All benefits are prorated based on the percentage of the task.

You may be eligible to benefits such as:

• 20 days paid vacation

• 2-week paid holiday period

• Free parking

• Employee and Family Assistance Program

• Career development opportunities

• Hybrid work schedule

and, when applicable, other benefits such as:

• Summer schedule

• Northern premium

• Food transportation allocation

• Paid relocation benefits

• Retention and attraction premium

• Up to three (3) round trips to and from Nunavik

Only the candidates under consideration will be contacted.

Nakurmiik!

Location Name

Nunavik
Kativik Ilisarniliriniq
About Kativik Ilisarniliriniq

Kativik Ilisarniliriniq provides educational services to the residents of Nunavik, a region in northern Quebec. Established under the James Bay and Northern Quebec Agreement in 1975, Kativik Ilisarniliriniq has grown to serve a vast, culturally rich area with a strong focus on Inuit values and traditions.

Quick Facts:

-   4,500 students

-   17 primary and secondary schools and 5 adult education centers

-   1,250 employees

-   Northern Quebec along the shores of Hudson Bay and Hudson Strait

 

Educational Programs:

Seventeen primary and secondary schools and six adult education centers fall under the school board’s jurisdiction. Educational instruction is provided in three languages: Inuktitut, French, and English, ensuring that the curriculum is accessible and inclusive for all students. The curriculum prioritizes Inuit culture, language, and worldview to safeguard and advance the rich heritage of the Inuit community.

Community Engagement and Benefits:

Employees of Kativik Ilisarniliriniq are offered several benefits including subsidized housing, moving costs, isolation and retention premiums, food transport allowances, and comprehensive insurance and pension plans. Additionally, the school board offers professional development activities aimed at improving the knowledge, skills or education of staff to enable them to access specialized positions.

 

Commitment to Culture and Heritage:

Our curriculum and programs are designed to engage youths through meaningful interactions with the environment and the community. Our commitment to maintaining and fostering Inuit traditions is evident in our educational approach and the many cultural programs and activities we incorporate into the school experience. The board also supports post-secondary students, with over 125 students sponsored in institutions outside Nunavik​​.

Kativik Ilisarniliriniq provides a unique and enriching environment for educators and professionals passionate about making a difference in northern Canada while being truly engaged with the Inuit community and culture.

Apply Now