A Better ‘Me’ as an Education Assistant
“It’s not that I’m a new ‘me’ but I’m a better ‘me’. A better ‘me’ who’s more confident and less doubtful. I fully believe in myself now.” For Faith Samson, these words didn’t come easily.
Practicum Passion as an Education Assistant
My practicum experience as an Education Assistant has been amazing and has solidified my passion for working in this field. I worked with many students in different grades and getting to know the students was a real highlight for me.…
5 Characteristics Needed to be a Great Education Assistant
There are many characteristics that will benefit you as an Education Assistant (EA). In my opinion, these are the five most important traits needed to be a great EA. COMPASSION…
Of New Beginnings
With limited exposure to the world of post secondary education, I’ll admit that I came to Stenberg College a little apprehensive. Like all new endeavors, this one had elements of…
What lead me to choose to become a Special Education Assistant
My name is Kaylene and I’m hovering on the far edge of 29. I mention it right away as my age was the deciding factor that lead me to Stenberg…
Finished the Education Assistant Program
Well everyone, it is hard to believe that my time as a student at Stenberg College has come to a end. My practicum has ended! We have just had our…
Education Assistant Practicum Part 2
Hi Everyone, I’m sorry it has been so long between my blogs. I was on my second practicum. It was such an intense experience and kept me so busy. For…
POPARD Training
During the last two weeks we did our POPARD training. These were such a jam-packed two weeks of information. In case you don’t know what POPARD stands for it is…
Gearing up for a New Year
Hi everyone, Well January was a very hectic and crazy month for us. It was a good thing that we had the Christmas break because we needed it to rest…
Finally finished! (Part 1)
Wow! Ten months have gone by in a blink of an eye in the Special Education Program! I would like to congratulate my classmates for graduating from the class of…
Classes so far…
As I’m nearing the end of our class, I have found myself reflecting back on the courses I have taken in this program. I truly enjoyed all of my classes…
My Experience in POPARD Class
A big wow! That is what I can say of my experiences in POPARD (Provincial Outreach Program for Autism and Related Disorders) class because they have been miraculous. I truly…
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