The Role of an Education Assistant: Supporting Inclusion - Softcover

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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 has worked in the field of disabilities with a focus on healthy sexuality, social competence, and diverse learning needs. She teaches at Camosun College in Victoria, British Columbia, and believes in the capacity of innovation and creativity to facilitate change.

Asha Rao, MEd, DVATI, has taught for over 20 years in elementary to post-secondary schools, locally and internationally. Her work is focused on inclusive education, mental health and wellness and is grounded in social justice principles. She is currently program lead and faculty in the Education Assistant and Community Support Program at Camosun College, Victoria, B.C. She believes in collaborating to create engaging, inclusive, and accessible learning environments. She encourages analysis, critical thinking, and multiple means of representation and expression with students. Her current work explores trauma-informed expressive arts and fostering creativity and imagination in her work, in the classroom, and in the field.

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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.