Educational / Special Needs Assistant

Jobs in Education; Toronto; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The Toronto District School Board seeks diverse support staff dedicated to assisting students with a range of educational needs. Candidates will help foster an inclusive environment, promote self-advocacy and independence among students with varying abilities, and join a supportive team focused on equity and excellence.

Benefits

Career advancement opportunities

Professional development and training

Inclusive work environment

Qualifications

• Approximately three to six months related experience working with children/adolescents.
• Some positions require CPR and First Aid certification.

Responsibilities

• Working with students who have mild to moderate educational needs.
• Supporting students with intensive support for severe to high-risk needs.

Skills

Communication

Adaptability

Empathy

Education

Secondary School Diploma to Two-year Community College Diploma

Job description

Requisition number OCR00008 Job Category Support Staff Posting Start Date Jan 5, 2025 Posting End Date Dec 31, 2025 Location All TDSB Locations Geographic Location Toronto Panel Type Not Applicable

Working at the TDSB

Our staff members are the backbone of our system. Becoming a part of the TDSB team means joining a talented community of educators and support staff dedicated to enriching the lives of all diverse students and helping them to achieve success.

The TDSB is one of the largest and most culturally school boards in Canada, with approximately 246,000 students in 584 schools and approximately 40,000 employees. We offer a dynamic, challenging work environment and unmatched career opportunities for our staff. Please review the information provided and explore the exciting career possibilities the TDSB has to offer as we continue to establish ourselves as the leading school board of the new millennium.

The Toronto District School Board adheres to equitable hiring and employment practices. We strive to meet the accommodation needs of persons with disabilities. Applicants are encouraged to make their needs for accommodation known in advance during the application process.

Job Description

There are several positions in 3 Categories

CATEGORY 1

Mild to Moderate Needs

Communications (Elementary / Secondary) and Mild Intellectual Disability (Intermediate / Secondary)

Intensive Support Programs; CBRM (Home School and Resource) Programs; Secondary Resource

Working with students who have mild to moderate educational needs and who may also demonstrate mild to moderate social / emotional / behavioural needs and / or mild to moderate physical care needs.

CATEGORY 2

• Intensive Support - Moderate to Severe Needs
• Special Needs Assistant
• Individual Student Support Assistant

Multiple Exceptionality, Behaviour, Autism, Physical Disability

Mild intellectual Disability (Primary / Junior) Intensive Support Programs

Working with students with moderate to severe exceptional needs is present. These needs are in addition to or beyond academic needs and are demonstrated frequently and consistently. A priority is to support these students to develop self-advocacy skills to direct their own personal care and to foster independence.

CATEGORY 3

• Intensive Support – Severe to High Risk needs
• Individual Student Support Assistant – Severe to High Risk Needs
• Intensive Support for Section 23 – High Risk Needs

Working in Intensive Support special education classes where students with developmental disabilities are present. These students have high risk and complex needs; they have very limited abilities to direct their own physical care.

Qualifications

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• From Secondary School Diploma to Two-year Community College Diploma;
• From three months up to Six months related experience working with children / adolescents
• Some positions require CPR and First Aid

Additional Information

Rate of Pay :

Supply rate starting at $ per hour

• statutory holiday pay and 4% vacation pay are added to these rates

Temporary rate after 30 Days : starting at $ per hour

• statutory holiday pay and 4% vacation pay are added to these rates

Effective September 1, 2024

Schedule :

up to 6 hours and 50 minutes per daybetween 8 : 00 am and 4 : 30 pm

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Create message About Toronto District School Board

The Toronto District School Board (TDSB) is the largest and most diverse school board in Canada. With a commitment to fostering a positive and inclusive learning environment, we invite passionate educators and support staff to join us in our mission to empower every student to achieve their fullest potential.

Quick Facts

• Approximately 238,000 students
• 42,000 educators and support staff
• Location : City of Toronto, Ontario

About Us

Size and Diversity : With approximately 238,000 students across nearly 600 schools, the TDSB community is a vibrant blend of cultures, languages, and backgrounds with over 100 languages spoken by students and their families.

Comprehensive Programs : From elementary to secondary education, adult and continuing education, immersion and extended French programs, to specialized education for international students, we offer a variety of programs designed to meet the diverse needs of our student population.

Our Commitment :

Student Success : Our Multi-Year Strategic Plan guides our efforts to support the success of our students and schools. Through collaborative initiatives and targeted goals, we strive to ensure that each student receives the support they need to succeed

Equity and Inclusion : We actively seek to eliminate oppressive practices and create an inclusive environment where all individuals feel empowered and valued.

Our Team :

Dedicated Staff : Our team of approximately 42,000 educators and support staff are the driving force behind our success. With a shared commitment to excellence and a passion for education, our staff members play a vital role in creating positive learning experiences for all students.

Professional Development : We believe in investing in our staff's professional growth and development through ongoing training, mentorship programs, and career advancement opportunities. We offer a dynamic and challenging work environment and unmatched career opportunities for our staff

The Toronto District School Board is deeply committed to promoting Truth, Reconciliation and the rights of Indigenous peoples, Human Rights, Equity and Anti-Racism, and the elimination of Oppressive Practices, in our schools, our workplace and the communities we serve. We strongly encourage applications from all individuals including those with varied lived experiences that can contribute to the diversification of the workforce at TDSB.

We strive to meet the accommodation needs of persons with disabilities. Applicants are encouraged to make their needs for accommodation known in advance during the application process.