1.0 Temporary Educational Assistant - West Region Flex

Near North District School Board; North Bay; On-site; CAD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

The Near North District School Board is hiring a 1.0 Temporary Educational Assistant - West Region Flex. This itinerant role will support high-needs students across multiple programs and settings in Parry Sound and surrounding communities, reporting to the Principal of Special Education.

A two-year post-secondary certificate or diploma in the social services field is required, with experience supporting diverse student exceptionalities and knowledge of ABA, behavior management, CPS and

Qualifications

• Two-year post-secondary certificate or diploma in the social services field.
• Experience with diverse student exceptionalities including medical complex, autism, developmental and physical disabilities.
• Knowledge of ABA, Behaviour Management Systems, CPS (Collaborative Proactive Solutions) and Augmentative Communication.
• Ability to support students in transition and to implement programming in consultation with classroom teachers, central behavioural support and therapists.
• Respect for Indigenous teachings and culture.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a school-based team.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct support to high needs students in all areas of exceptionality.
• Position moves between programs or settings as directed by Special Education Coordinators and Principals.
• Valid Driver’s License and reliable vehicle required.
• Role reports to Principal of Special Education.

Skills

Student support for diverse needs

ABA knowledge

Behaviour management

CPS (Collaborative Proactive Solutions

Augmentative communication

Transition support

Indigenous awareness

Team collaboration

Driver’s license

Education

Two-year post-secondary certificate or diploma in the social services field

Job description

OSSTF - Education Workers

The Near North District School Board is Hiring!

1.0 Temporary Educational Assistant - West Region Flex

Effective September 2, 2026 until the return of the employee

L ocation: West Region: Parry Sound and Surrounding Communities including Britt & MacTier

RegionalFlex Role:Reporting to the Principal of Special Education, this itinerant position, will involve providing direct support to high needs students in all areas of exceptionality moving into the region mid-year or transitioning from one program or setting to another. School placements will be determined by Special Education Coordinators and Principals.Valid Driver’s License and reliable vehicle required.

Qualifications:

• Two-year post-secondary certificate or diploma in the social services field

Knowledge/Skills Required:

• Experience working with a variety of student exceptionalities including but not limited to: medically complex, autism, developmental disabilities and physical disabilities
• Broad knowledge of a variety of support strategies includingABA(Applied Behavioural Analysis), Behaviour Management Systems,CPS (Collaborative Proactive Solutions) and Augmentative Communication
• Demonstrated ability to effectively support students in transitionand/orimplement programmingin consultation withclassroomteacher, central behavioural support team and respective therapistsi.e. speech, sensory, occupational,physiotherapy
• Knowledge and respect for Indigenous teachings and culture
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively as a member of a school-based team
  

Rate of Pay: $28.44 per hour

Please ensure your have uploaded your applicable Educational Diploma(s) and/or Degree(s) to your Apply to Education Portfolio

All applicants must be legally eligible to work in Canada

The Near North District School Board is committed to supporting an inclusive andaccessible environment. Accessibility standards address issues that pose major barriers for people with disabilities (i.e. physical barrier, information or communication barrier, etc.). Please ask us howwe may help you by contacting :

Human Resources Department,Near North District School Board

963 Airport Road, PO Box 3110North Bay, ON P1B 8H1

Phone [phone] ext. 5077 - Fax [phone]