Educational Assistant - Empower Inclusive Learning

Simplication; Carleton Place; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Upper Canada District School Board is seeking an Educational Assistant to support students with exceptional needs under supervision of the Principal and LRT. The role involves assisting instruction in classrooms, implementing behavioral and communication support, and helping with individualized education plans.

Candidates should have a secondary school diploma and a college diploma in related fields, with training in behavior management preferred.

Qualifications

• Must support student behaviour and communication needs.
• Knowledge of social/emotional and physical needs of diverse learners.
• Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Ability to interact with students, parents and staff.
• Confidentiality and discretion are essential.
• Ability to work as part of a team or independently.

Responsibilities

• Support development and implementation of goals based on academic needs and IEPs.
• Support therapeutic programs and monitoring as identified by staff and external agencies.
• Administer medication and maintain medication records as authorized.
• Adhere to student safety and personal care plans.
• Support adaptive technology to meet learning needs and communication needs.
• Assist with student records and progress data.
• Participate in meetings and professional development.
• Supervise students in school environments as directed.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Behaviour management

Communication skills

Sign language

Confidentiality

Teamwork

Education

Secondary school diploma

Community college diploma

Bachelor degrees in Child Studies/Sociology/Psychology

BMS training/certification

RECE registration

Job description

Upper Canada District School Board is seeking an Educational Assistant to support students with exceptional needs under supervision of the Principal and LRT. The role involves assisting instruction in classrooms, implementing behavioral and communication support, and helping with individualized education plans.

Candidates should have a secondary school diploma and a college diploma in related fields, with training in behavior management preferred.