Educational Assistant: IEP & Therapy Support

Pvnccdsb; Peterborough; On-site; CAD 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

PVNCCDSB is seeking an Educational Assistant for a long-term assignment in Ontario. The role involves supporting instructional programs, personal care of students, administering medications as assigned, and assisting with therapy and data collection.

The position requires OSSD plus two years of specialized training (Educational Assistant Program, Child Youth Worker, Autism Support Worker or equivalent), knowledge of board policies, and ability to operate classroom technology; physical duties may

Qualifications

• Requires O.S.S.D. and two years of specialized training (e.g., Educational Assistant Program, Child Youth Worker, Autism Support Worker or equivalent).
• Knowledge of Board policies and directives such as Physical Intervention, Discipline, Administration of Medication and/or Special Services.
• Experience operating AV and office equipment (Google Suite, projectors, photocopier) and familiarity with wheelchair, parapodium, walkers, etc.
• Ability to perform physical duties including lifting/positioning students and implementing Behaviour Management Systems.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing, implementing and tracking instructional programs.
• Assist in preparing instructional materials and equipment as directed.
• Assist students with hygienic and personal care as required.
• Administer medication in accordance with policy and regulations; support related services.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Adaptability

Observation skills

Education

OSSD

Educational Assistant Program

Tools

Google Suite

Projectors

Photocopier

Job description

PVNCCDSB is seeking an Educational Assistant for a long-term assignment in Ontario. The role involves supporting instructional programs, personal care of students, administering medications as assigned, and assisting with therapy and data collection.

The position requires OSSD plus two years of specialized training (Educational Assistant Program, Child Youth Worker, Autism Support Worker or equivalent), knowledge of board policies, and ability to operate classroom technology; physical duties may