The Role of an Education Assistant, Second Edition: Supporting Inclusion - Paperback

Rao, Asha: - 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.Harber, Mary: - 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.