Continuing Education - Cooperative Education 2025 Summer School Program Educational Assistant

St. Clement's School; Ontario; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The Ottawa-Carleton District School Board seeks committed educators for the Educational Assistant role in the 2025 Summer Cooperative Education Program. Assist students with exceptional needs, providing support inside and outside the classroom. This in-person position offers competitive pay and requires a Secondary School Diploma along with experience with special needs children.

Qualifications

• Experience with children with special needs.
• ASL level 3+ is an asset.
• Experience in job coaching and travel training is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1-on-1 support to students with exceptional needs.
• Modify programs as needed.
• Travel to work placements.

Skills

Teamwork

Patience

Understanding of various needs

Education

Secondary School Diploma

Tools

BMS

Non-Violent Crisis Intervention

First Aid

CPR

Job description

The Ottawa-Carleton District School Board is the largest school board in Eastern Ontario, offering students and parents a wide range of learning options. Our nearly 150 schools provide diverse programs to promote excellence and meet the needs of students, parents, and the community. Our schools are nurturing environments where staff support student well-being and achievement.

We are seeking creative, dynamic, and committed educators to submit an Expression of Interest for the Continuing Education: Cooperative Education 2025 Summer School Program for the position of Educational Assistant.

OVERVIEW

The Ottawa-Carleton District School Board runs a Cooperative Education Summer School Program, giving students the opportunity to gain work experience through in-person placements, including students with developmental disabilities/autism this year.

All participants are protected under district policies, including Health & Safety.

The 2025 Summer School Cooperative Education program will be conducted in person.

All Educational Assistants (EAs) are expected to work at a designated Summer School site and travel with students to their co-op placements via OC Transpo.

Session Dates

• Cooperative Education program: July 2 - July 24, 2025 (17 days)
• Pre-Placement: July 2-4 at Brookfield High School

Compensation and Location

Rate of Pay: $27.45/hour + 4% vacation pay or current school year pay

Locations: Continuing Education building at 440 Albert St and student placements

Working Hours

8:30 am to 3:30 pm, Monday to Friday, with possible adjustments at the discretion of the Program Principal.

Additional Information

Visit the 2025 Summer Cooperative Education Program website and Continuing Education Website for more details.

Role Responsibilities

Under the direction of the Program Principal, the Educational Assistant provides 1-on-1 support to students with exceptional needs, including those with developmental disabilities/autism and speech/language issues. Responsibilities include supporting students inside and outside the classroom, modifying programs as needed, and traveling to work placements. ASL level 3+ is an asset.

Application Process

All qualified Education Assistants can apply through this single posting. Requirements include a Secondary School Diploma, experience with children with special needs, teamwork skills, patience, and understanding of various needs. Certifications like BMS, Non-Violent Crisis Intervention, First Aid, and CPR are assets. Experience in job coaching and travel training is also beneficial.

Offers will be sent via email, with specific response timelines, which may be short and include weekend notifications. Ensure your contact details are current in Apply to Education (ATE).

Additional Requirements

All new employees must submit a recent Police Record Check for the vulnerable sector before starting.

For accommodations during the selection process, contact [e-mail] or [e-mail].

We value diversity and inclusion, encouraging applicants of all abilities, orientations, faiths, ethnicities, races, genders, and ages. We are committed to creating respectful, equitable learning and working environments that honor the land of the Algonquin people.

EDUCATING FOR SUCCESS - BUILDING BRIGHTER FUTURES TOGETHER

Personal information is collected under the Education Act to assess employment eligibility. Questions can be directed to the HR Manager at 133 Greenbank Road, Nepean, Ontario.