Casual Educational Assistant (EA)

UGDSB International; Guelph; On-site; CAD 37,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

Upper Grand District School Board (UGDSB) is seeking a Casual Educational Assistant to join the EA Supply List. This role provides temporary coverage across elementary and secondary programs in English and French Immersion.

The position is 10 months, casual, with potential to apply for permanent or temporary vacancies. Pay is CAD 30.92 per hour, with vacation pay per ESA rules, starting as soon as possible.

Qualifications

• Educational Assistant Diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Post-Secondary degree in a related field is required or strongly preferred.
• BMS certification or training provided if not held.
• Experience with students with special needs and behavioral disabilities is preferred.
• Autism Spectrum Disorder Training is desirable.
• Lifting/positioning training is required or asset.
• Current First Aid and CPR certification is an asset.
• Must be physically capable of duties including lifting and transferring.
• Must have transportation access to attend specific schools.

Responsibilities

• Work with students with diverse needs, supporting behavior, safety, medical and physical needs.
• Assist with lifting, toileting, positioning and transferring students/equipment as required.
• Work with students individually or in groups.
• Collaborate closely with teachers, parents and administration.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education

Educational Assistant Diploma (or equivalent)

Post-Secondary Degree in related field

Behaviour Management Systems certification

Autism Spectrum Disorder Training

Lifting/Positioning Training

First Aid and CPR certification (asset)

Ability to perform essential physical duties

Access to reliable transportation

Job description

CAREER OPPORTUNITY: CASUAL EDUCATIONAL ASSISTANT (EA)

ABOUT THE UPPER GRAND DISTRICT SCHOOL BOARD (UGDSB)

Job Code: 26EASPA50

EA/SPA/ECE

The UGDSB employs a team of approximately 6,500 dedicated staff who serve more than 35,000 students attending a variety of programs across 66 elementary and 12 secondary schools as well as continuing education and adult learning centres in the counties of Dufferin, Wellington, and the City of Guelph. We are 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

The UGDSB is situated on the ancestral, treaty and title lands of two Anishinaabek Ojibwe Nations: the Michi Saagig of the Credit and the Saugeen Ojibway Nation. This land also includes a specified tract of land granted to the Six Nations of the Grand River. These Nations hold legal and specific rights in their respective territories. This area has been and continues to be home for Indigenous Peoples and non-Indigenous peoples.

We are proud to offer our employees a comprehensive range of total rewards designed to recognize their contributions to our shared success, including competitive compensation, a defined benefit pension plan, professional development opportunities, and vibrant wellness programs.

Join a community that values innovation, fosters growth, and empowers you to make an impact. Learn more about us and Find Your Path .

THE OPPORTUNITY

The UGDSB is seeking a dynamic individual to join our team as a Casual Educational Assistant (EA) . This opening is for a position on our EA Supply List . 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.

Note: As a Casual Educational Assistant, you may select your preferred work locations within these regions.

FTE and Hours:

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 hours up to 32.5 hours per week (1.0 FTE) depending on the Board's needs.

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

Hourly Pay Rate: $30.92 per hour, plus applicable vacation pay in accordance with the ESA; wage rate effective September 1, 2025

Start Date: As soon as possible

Board Information: 10-month position (yearly from September – June following the school year calendar); Casual; Educational Student Support Personnel (ESSP) & Designated Early Childhood Educators (DECE) Union

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

Responsibilities:

• Work with students with 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, as well as application of BMS techniques.
• Work with students both individually and/or in a group setting.
• Flexibility, patience, empathy and the ability to work closely with students with complex needs, classroom teacher, parents and Administration.
• Other duties as assigned

Experience and 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 will be required for this position. Training to be provided if candidate does not have current BMS certificate.
• 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.
• Current First Aid and CPR certification is an asset.
• 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.

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 Police Record Check | Upper Grand District School Board for requirements.

While we thank all applicants for their interest in working for the UGDSB, we wish to advise that only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

As part of our recruitment practices, Artificial Intelligence (AI) will not be used in the screening, assessment, or selection process for this job posting.

INCLUSIVE RECRUITMENT & HIRING

The UGDSB is committed to building a diverse staff that is reflective of 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
• 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 disabilities

At UGDSB, we recognize that individuals may hold overlapping identities, which shape their experiences in unique ways. We are committed to our responsibility to create and maintain inclusive, equitable environments where everyone can fully participate, thrive, and reach their potential. To learn more, please visit Safe, Equitable and Inclusive Schools.

Accommodation & Accessibility

If you require accommodation at any phase of the recruitment process, please contact [e-mail].

APPLICANT SELF-IDENTIFICATION QUESTIONS

The UGDSB is committed to fair and equitable hiring practices. As part of this commitment, we are collecting voluntary self-identification data to achieve an inclusive, diverse and representative workforce. The data aims to intentionally identify and remove barriers for equity-deserving communities at each stage of the hiring process.

Access to this information is restricted to People, Leadership and Culture (Human Resources). Personal information on this form is collected under the authority of the Anti-Racism Act, 2017, S.O. 2017, c. 15 in accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, R.S.O. 1990, c. M.56. The UGDSB is committed to respecting the privacy of our staff, students and applicants. To learn more, please visit Policy 315 Privacy Protection and Information Access.

People, Leadership, and Culture (Human Resources) will use aggregate data from all forms (not individual data) for internal reporting. For more information on Human Rights at UGDSB, please visit Human Rights, Equity and Accessibility Office.

Completing the form is voluntary. If you prefer not to answer any or all questions, you can select “Prefer not to answer”. Choosing “Prefer not to answer” as a response will not impact your application or consideration for employment. If you have questions or concerns about this form, please contact [e-mail].

13-Aug-26