1.0 FTE Temporary Educational Assistant

Simcoe Muskoka Catholic District School Board; Penetanguishene; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A local educational institution in Ontario seeks an Educational Assistant to support students with Special Needs. Responsibilities include providing academic and emotional support to enhance students' independence. Candidates should have relevant training, experience with special needs, and exceptional interpersonal skills. This is a part-time role working 33.83 hours per week.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years prior experience with Special Needs students.
• Proven ability to support students with emotional and behavioral difficulties.

Responsibilities

• Provide academic, physical, and emotional support to students with exceptional needs.
• Encourage student independence and the development of their unique talents.

Skills

Relevant training (e.g., Behaviour Management Systems Training - BMS)

Experience working with students with Special Needs

Ability to work in a team

Exceptional interpersonal skills

Education

College Diploma or University Degree in a related field

Educational Assistant Apprenticeship Certificate

Job description

Job Summary: The successful candidate will be responsible for working with students with Special Needs (specifically physical and intellectual disabilities and behavioral or other learning difficulties). The Educational Assistant, as a professional and integral member of the school team, is responsible for providing academic, physical, and emotional support to students with exceptional needs within the school to encourage student independence and the development of their unique talents. This position works 33.83 hours per week; schedule to be determined by the Principal.

Skills and Qualifications:

• Relevant training (e.g., Behaviour Management Systems Training - BMS)
• Experience working with students with Special Needs and with students exhibiting severe behavioral/emotional difficulties
• Proven ability, experience, and skill in teamwork
• College Diploma or University Degree in a related field, or an Educational Assistant Apprenticeship Certificate
• 2-3 years prior experience with Special Needs students
• Exceptional interpersonal skills in dealing with children and adolescents

*Note: Until further notice, a combination of experience and education may be considered to meet the required skills and qualifications. Current SMCDSB employees employed as Broader Qualified Supply Educational Assistants may also qualify.

External candidates will only be considered after the closing date if no qualified internal candidates apply.

Interested applicants must apply through applytoeducation.com.

The Simcoe Muskoka Catholic District School Board is committed to promoting Truth, Reconciliation, Indigenous rights, Human Rights, Equity, Anti-Racism, and the elimination of Oppressive Practices in our schools, workplaces, and communities. We strongly encourage applications from individuals with diverse lived experiences to contribute to workforce diversification.

Accessibility accommodations are available upon request. Please contact the Human Resources Department at [phone] ext. 212 for queries.

Due to high application volume, we cannot respond to individual inquiries. All new employees are required to submit a satisfactory Criminal Background Check with Vulnerable Sector Screening, as mandated by legislation.

Frances Bagley
Maria Hardie
Director of Education
Board Chair