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Mission The Calgary Board of Education (CBE) is the largest school board in western Canada with over 144,000 students and 16,000 employees. Our mission: Each student, in keeping with their individual abilities and gifts, will complete high school with a foundation of learning necessary to thrive in life, work and continued learning. We pride ourselves in the values we hold. Students come first. Learning is our central purpose. Public education serves the common good. The CBE encourages an inclusive and equitable workplace, which supports our diverse student and employee community. We encourage all applicants to join our dynamic, diverse, and collaborative culture and welcome applications from all qualified individuals. When you apply to the CBE, you can feel good about serving our future leaders and contributing to student success. Competition Info Competition Close Date: Wednesday, January 21, 2026 at 11:59pm Calendar: 10 Month Salary: Staff Association, Grade E, $ $35.60 FTE: 0.8571, 30 Hours per week This is a temporary position. Position Description Major Responsibilities: Under the direction of the classroom teacher and the teacher of the visually impaired and/or orientation and mobility instructor: Supports educational, developmental instruction. Provides personal care for students. Prepares instructional material for lessons in a variety of alternate formats. Provides instruction in braille, specialized equipment and inclusive technology. Serves as a resource to classroom teachers related to the format and presentation of curriculum materials. Assists the teacher in implementing individualized programs to meet the varied and specialized needs of each student in a supportive learning environment. Participates, as required, as a member of the student''s learning team. Transcribes and interlines learning materials into braille. Produces printed resources in a variety of formats (i.e. large print, electronic text and tactile diagrams). Orders, maintains, and ensures the return of braille and alternate format resources. Ensures the safety of students in the school and community. Maintains an effective professional working relationship within the student''s learning team. Maintains confidentiality, and a patient and supportive commitment to students. Encourages students to develop and maintain positive interaction. Maintains a working knowledge of inclusive technology specific to students who are blind or visually impaired. Performs other related duties as required. Qualifications: Education and Experience Completion of a recognized post-secondary certificate or recognized vocational certificate in child care/development or behaviour management with demonstrated successful practicum experience working with students with special needs The completion of at least one full year (ten courses) of course work towards an undergraduate degree in education is also acceptable. Graduate from a recognized post-secondary Teacher Assistant Certificate Program preferred Successful completion of at least one course and/or workshop in each of the following areas: Duxbury (or other translation programs that the CBE may adopt) Screen access programs (JAWS, ZoomText or other programs that the CBE may adopt) Scanning (OmniPage, OpenBook or other optical character recognition programs that the CBE may adopt) Production of tactile diagram and maps Variety of inclusive technologies (including Braille notetakers, Victor Reader Stream, Mountbatten Brailler, PIAF) o CorelDRAW o Nemeth Braille code for mathematical and scientific notation Understanding visual impairments in the learning environment Successful completion of Literary Braille and Nemeth Braille and achieving marks of 80% or better on the CBE exams. Successful completion of Orientation & Mobility courses and achieving marks of 80% or better. Three years of full time related experience working with students who are blind or visually impaired Other equivalent combinations of directly related post-secondary education and directly related experience may be considered Current Standard First Aid and CPR certificates (Child CPR Certificate is a strong asset) Demonstrated Skills and Competencies: Working knowledge of braille Working knowledge of basic orientation and mobility techniques for the visually impaired Proven success in establishing and maintaining working relationships Ability to work effectively and independently with the degree of initiative appropriate to the position Working knowledge of computers and inclusive technology for students who are blind or visually impaired Ability to transcribe and interline learning materials into braille. Ability to produce printed resources in a variety of formats Ability and willingness to learn hotkeys Ability to successfully complete and maintain current Therapeutic Crisis Intervention or equivalent course Reliability and dependability Personal integrity and trustworthiness Success in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships Ability to work effectively as an active team member in cooperation with other school personnel, parents/guardians, therapists, system resource personnel, and students Ability to establish trust and rapport with students Commitment to lifelong learning and willingness to regularly enhance skills and knowledge for professional development Ability to respect and value all individuals with sensitivity to diversity Ability to manage situations of conflict, frustration and unpleasantness effectively Ability to respond appropriately to challenging behaviours of students Ability to utilize crisis intervention strategies Good organizational skills, time management skills and pacing skills to support student scheduling Strong oral and listening communication skills Strong interpersonal skills combined with tact and diplomacy skills Ability to gather, analyse and synthesize information Ability to make straightforward decisions and apply straightforward reasoning in problem solving Ability to demonstrate flexibility in work assignments Ability to multi-task and work effectively in situations with frequent distractions and interruptions Ability to be alert and respond to situations of potential risk Personal suitability. NOTE: This position may require lifting and carrying demands that require the ability to bend at the waist, stoop, and twist frequently, the ability to lift between 10 to 50 lbs, the ability to carry, push and pull between 10 to 50 lbs, and the ability to stand, walk and sit frequently. The incumbent may be subject to challenging behaviours of students. This position is a floater position and location assignment will be based on student need. Conditions of Employment Police Information Clearance: Applicants new to the Calgary Board of Education WHO ARE OFFERED EMPLOYMENT must complete and pass a police information clearance before employment is confirmed. Be Part of Our Success A career with the CBE offers incredible opportunities, rewards and supports. What happens next? We thank all candidates for their interest in this position however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.