EDUCATIONAL ASSISTANT: CLASSROOM ASSISTANT/PHYSICAL CARE

Npsc; North Bay; On-site; CAD 48,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Nipissing-Parry Sound Catholic District School Board in North Bay invites applications for an Educational Assistant: Classroom Support/Physical Care at St Joseph-Scollard Hall. This is a 1.0 FTE permanent position effective immediately.

The role supports students with diverse needs in a collaborative, respectful environment. Candidates should have a two-year post-secondary diploma in a relevant field and strong teamwork, communication, and behavior support skills; a valid driver’s license is

Qualifications

• Two-year post-secondary diploma in a relevant field.
• Experience with students with multiple needs including physical needs, Autism, developmental delays, behavior, and anger management needs.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Experience using Google Classroom/Google Meet.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Behavior management

Interpersonal skills

Augmentative communication

Education

Two-year post-secondary diploma in a relevant field

Developmental Service Worker / Youth Worker / ECE / Practical Nursing (or related)

Tools

Google Classroom

Google Meet

Job description

Nipissing-Parry Sound Catholic District School Board invites applications for the position of:

EDUCATIONAL ASSISTANT: CLASSROOM ASSIST/PHYSICAL CARE

St Joseph-Scollard Hall

1.0 FTE Permanent

Effective Immediately

Mandatory Requirements:

• Two-year post-secondary diploma in a relevant field such as Developmental Service Worker, Youth Worker, Early Childhood Education, or Practical Nursing (formerly RNA diploma).
• Experience working with students with multiple needs including physical needs, Autism, developmental delays, behavior, and anger management needs.
• Preference will be given to candidates with direct experience working with children with behavior exceptionalities.
• Demonstrated ability to work in a team environment.
• Working knowledge and experience of behavior modification strategies.
• Knowledge of augmentative communication strategies.
• Experience using technology and digital tools and resources that support the remote learning environment (e.g., Google Classroom, Google Meet)
• Excellent interpersonal skills; and
• Good written and oral communication skills.
• Regular access to a reliable vehicle and a valid driver's license.

Preferred Requirements:

• Non-violent crisis intervention training would be an asset
• French language skills would be considered an asset
• First Aid training

Additional Posting Information:

Current compensation, in accordance with the applicable collective agreement.

Vacancy Status: This posting is for an existing vacancy.

Artificial Intelligence: The Board does not use artificial intelligence or automated decision-making tools to screen, assess, or select applicants for this position.

As a condition of employment, staff may be assigned to travel within the geographical area served by the NPSC.

Shawn Fitzsimmons

Chair

Paula Mann

Chief Executive Officer

The Nipissing-Parry Sound Catholic District School Board is committed to diversity and inclusion. Please contact our Human Resources Department via email at [e-mail] or via telephone at 705-472-1201, ext. 31215 prior to the posting's closing date should you require any accommodation during the recruitment process.