Educational Assistant: Empowering Diverse Learners

Simplication; Gananoque; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 54,000; 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, LRT, and classroom teachers. Responsibilities include supporting instruction, overseeing behaviour plans, and assisting with adaptive technologies as required.

The role requires a diploma and experience with special education needs; familiarity with confidentiality and collaboration within school teams is essential.

Qualifications

• Must have a secondary school diploma and a 2- or 3-year college diploma in a related field.
• Bachelor degrees in Child Studies, Sociology or Psychology will be recognized.
• BMS training/certification is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Support the instruction of individual or groups of students in an academic or integrated class environment.
• Oversee and implement special education programs related to behaviour, communication, intellectual or physical needs.
• Collaborate with classroom teacher and LRT to develop goals based on student needs and IEPs.
• Maintain confidentiality and manage student information with discretion.
• Communicate with students, parents/guardians, and staff regarding student progress.

Skills

Behaviour management

Sign language

Interpersonal skills

Problem solving

Organization

Communication

Confidentiality

Team player

Education

Secondary school diploma

Two/Three year Community College Diploma (Child & Youth Worker, Educational Assistant, Developmental Services Worker, etc.)

Bachelor Degrees in Child Studies / Sociology / Psychology (recognized)

Tools

CPR certification

Job description

Upper Canada District School Board is seeking an Educational Assistant to support students with exceptional needs under supervision of the Principal, LRT, and classroom teachers. Responsibilities include supporting instruction, overseeing behaviour plans, and assisting with adaptive technologies as required.

The role requires a diploma and experience with special education needs; familiarity with confidentiality and collaboration within school teams is essential.