.5 Permanent Educational Assistant, A Day Schedule

Simcoe Muskoka Catholic District School Board; Bracebridge; On-site; CAD 25,000 - 33,000; Part time

Job summary

Simcoe Muskoka Catholic District School Board is seeking an Educational Assistant to support students with special needs, including those with physical and intellectual disabilities and learning or behavioural challenges. The role is part-time, working 16.915 hours weekly on a Day schedule, with schedule to be determined by the Principal.

In this professional capacity, you will provide academic, physical, and emotional support as part of the school team, helping students gain independence and

Qualifications

• Experience working with students with special needs and with students who are exhibiting severe behavioural/emotional difficulties.
• 2–3 years of related experience in a school setting.
• College diploma/university degree or EA Apprenticeship certificate.
• Strong interpersonal skills with children and adolescents.

Responsibilities

• Provide academic, physical, and emotional support to students with exceptional needs.
• Help promote student independence and develop individual talents.
• Collaborate with school team to plan and implement supports.

Skills

Behaviour Management Systems Training

Special needs experience

Team collaboration

Interpersonal skills

Education

College Diploma or University Degree in 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 behavioural or other learning difficulties). The Educational Assistant, as a professional and integral member of the school team, is responsible for the provision of academic, physical and emotional support to students with exceptional needs within the school in order to encourage student independence and the development of unique talents of individual students.

This position works 16.915 hours per week, A Day schedule; schedule to be determinedby the Principal.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

The successful candidate will bring the following skills and experiences to the role:

• Relevant training (for example, Behaviour Management Systems Training - BMS)
• Experience working with students with special needs and with students who are exhibiting severe behavioural/emotional difficulties
• Proven ability, experience and skill in working as a member of a team
• 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

Accessibility accommodations are available for all parts of the recruitment process upon request.

Accommodation queries should be directed to the Human Resources Department at [e-mail].

Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

As a condition of employment, new employees to SMCDSB are required, by legislation,

to submit a satisfactory Criminal Background Check with Vulnerable Sector Screening.

THE BOARD IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER