Casual Educational Assistant (EA)

Upper Grand District School Board; Guelph; On-site; CAD 42,595; Part time

Job summary

A regional education authority in Ontario is seeking a Casual Educational Assistant to provide support for students with diverse needs in various educational programs. Responsibilities include assisting with behavior, medical, and physical needs, and working closely with students in an inclusive environment. The role requires relevant educational qualifications and skills in empathy and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Experience with students with special needs and behavioral disabilities.
• School-based experience is a definite asset.
• Access to reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Provide support for behavior, safety, medical, and physical needs of students.
• Work with students individually and in a group setting.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Flexibility

Patience

Empathy

Ability to work with students with complex needs

Education

Educational Assistant Diploma

Post-Secondary Degree in a related field

Behaviour Management Systems certification

Job description

Job Code: 25EASPA88

EA/SPA/ECE

Career Opportunity

CASUAL EDUCATIONAL ASSISTANT

About The Upper Grand District School Board (ugdsb)

The UGDSB employs a team of approximately 4,000 dedicated staff who serve more than 35,000 students attending a variety of programs across 65 elementary and 11 secondary schools as well as continuing education and adult learning centres in the counties of Dufferin, Wellington, and the City of Guelph. The UGDSB covers the ancestral and treaty lands of the Mississaugas of the Credit, the Six Nations of the Grand River, and Saugeen Ojibway Nation.

The UGDSB is committed to supporting student achievement and well‑being through our team of dedicated staff and strong learning communities, always striving to meet the diverse needs of our students. Our employees are empowered to contribute in meaningful ways to the success of our students and the greater organization.

THE OPPORTUNITY

The UGDSB is seeking a dynamic individual to join our team as a Casual Educational Assistant (EA). This opening is specifically for a position on our EA Supply List. This is a 10‑month position (September to June) to start as soon as possible.

In this role, you will be responsible for providing temporary and/or short‑term coverage for EA employee absences on an as‑needed basis in both elementary and secondary English and French Immersion Programs.

Location

All geographical areas of the Board including North Wellington, Centre Wellington, East Wellington, Guelph, Orangeville, Dufferin County and Shelburne however Casual Supply EAs may select specified areas in which they would like to work.

Hours of work/FTE

While there is no guarantee of hours per week as this is a casual position, a casual employee with full availability could work full time (1.0 FTE; 32.5 hours per week) depending on need.

As a member of the EA Supply List, you will have the opportunity to apply for vacant permanent or temporary positions as they arise, with possible consideration over external applicants.

Rate Of Pay / Salary Range

$30.92 per hour; wage rate effective September 1, 2025, plus applicable vacation pay, in accordance with Employment Standards Act.

Board Information

10 months; ESSP-DECE Union.

Reporting to the school Principal, the successful candidate must possess willingness, along with the physical ability to work with all our students who have diverse needs.

Responsibilities

• Educational Assistants work with students with many diverse needs, providing support for the behaviour, safety, medical, and physical needs of a student. Duties may include lifting, toileting, positioning and transferring children and equipment and application of BMS. Educational Assistants work with students both individually and/or in a group setting.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Experience And Qualifications

Preference will be given to candidates who have the following qualifications:

• Educational Assistant Diploma, and/or a combination of formal education (fields related to the development of children and/or special education) and work experience deemed equivalent by the Board
• Post‑Secondary Degree in a related field of study
• A valid Behaviour Management Systems certification is required for this position
• Proven ability and recent experience in working with students with special needs and behavioural disabilities is strongly preferred and school‑based experience is a definite asset
• Autism Spectrum Disorder Training
• Lifting/Positioning Training
• Flexibility, patience, empathy and the ability to work closely with students with complex needs, classroom teacher, parents and Administration
• Candidates must be capable of performing the essential physical duties of the position, such as lifting, positioning and transferring children and equipment and utilizing BMS techniques where required
• Access to a reliable method of transportation and ability to attend specific schools

APPLICATION DETAILS

• Submit application via Apply to Education site –
• Provide a personal resume that is no longer than 2 pages in length (cover letter not required)
• Include relevant supporting educational and/or training documentation including your Behaviour Management Systems certificate (if you have obtained it).

Please note: An original Vulnerable Sector Check (VSC) must be provided prior to the commencement of employment (if the successful candidate is external). The VSC must be dated within 6 months of the start date of employment. For further information, refer to the UGDSB's for requirements.

INCLUSIVE RECRUITMENT & HIRING

Employment Equity

The UGDSB Is Committed To Disrupting Systemic Racism And Oppression In All Of Its Forms. We Are Committed To Building a Diverse Staff That Is Reflective Of And Adds Value To The Community And Students We Serve. We Actively Encourage Applications From Members Of Groups Who Have Historically And/or Currently Experience Marginalization And/or Barriers To Equity, Including, But Not Limited To

• First Nations, Inuit, and Métis peoples, and all other Indigenous peoples
• Persons of marginalized sexual orientations, gender identities, and gender expressions
• Members of groups that commonly experience discrimination based on race, ancestry, ethnicity, colour, religion and/or spiritual beliefs, or place of origin.
• Persons with visible and/or invisible disabilities

At UGDSB, we recognize that many of the identities listed above do not exist in a single form and are often intersecting, creating complex and unique experiences for applicants. We value the contributions that each person brings and are committed to creating and maintaining an environment where everyone can participate fully, thrive, and reach their full potential. Please visit to find out more about equity, diversity and inclusion at the UGDSB.

Accommodation & Accessibility

We seek applicants with a wide range of abilities, and we provide an accessible candidate experience. If you require accommodation at any phase of the recruitment process, please contact .

3‑Sep‑25