The Role of an Education Assistant: Supporting Inclusion - Softcover

Mary Harber (editor) & Asha Rao (editor)

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1773383779 ISBN 13: 9781773383774

Publisher: Canadian Scholars, 2023

Synopsis

Providing research, anecdotes, and practical insights from leading scholars and professionals, The Role of an Education Assistant acts as a guide for navigating the complexities of the education assistant role, from collaborating with teachers and students in lesson planning to creating inclusive learning environments.

This updated second edition includes expanded content across all chapters and new content highlighting diverse perspectives, Indigeneity, gender, and sexuality. In addition, there are new "Actions in the Field" segments at the end of each section which outline strategies and activities for field practice and professional development.

Featuring topical scholarship, an emphatically Canadian perspective, discussion questions, and timely case studies, this is a critical text for college and university students in education studies, education assistant programs, and professionals currently working in the field.

About this title

About the Author

Mary Harber BA, BSW, MSW, has been a social worker and educator for the past 30 years, supporting individuals, families, and communities in the areas of substance use and prevention, trauma support, and creative intervention methods in practice. She teaches at Camosun College in Victoria, British Columbia.

Asha Rao Med, DVATI, is program lead of the Education Assistant and Community Support Program and faculty in the Community, Family, and Child Studies Department at Camosun College.

From the Back Cover

Education assistants are key members of the education team, supporting inclusion in the classroom and advocating for students with diverse learning needs. The Role of an Education Assistant aims to elevate the scope and professional standard of practice for education assistants by providing key insights and practical advice.

This unique Canadian collection examines how to provide students with academic, social, and behavioural supports as well as how to champion inclusion throughout the school. Advocacy, trauma sensitivity, diversity, collaboration, and social emotional learning are all explored in a comprehensive manner by experienced education assistants and scholars. This updated edition includes new chapters that explore gender identity, emotion work, and healthy social sexuality. “Voices from the Field” are featured throughout the book, linking theory to professional practice. Additionally, each section features “Actions in the Field,” outlining activities and strategies for field practice. This text is an ideal resource for professionals and students in education assistant and educational support programs, as well as in education and early childhood education programs.

Edition details

• Publisher: Canadian Scholars
• Publication date: 2023
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1773383779
• ISBN 13: 9781773383774
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 2
• Number of pages: 335