Educational Assistant- Long Term Assignment

Peterborough Victoria Northumberland and Clarington Catholic District School Board; Alnwick/Haldimand; On-site; CAD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Peterborough Victoria Northumberland and Clarington Catholic District School Board is seeking an Educational Assistant for a long-term assignment. The position supports instructional programs and assists with personal care, medication administration and student supervision, based on the IEPs and safety guidelines.

The successful candidate will have OSSD with two years of related training, knowledge of board policies, and the ability to use Google Suite and AV equipment to support learning and

Qualifications

• Requires O.S.S.D. and two years of specialized training (Educational Assistant Program, CYW, Autism Support Worker or equivalent).
• Familiar with Board policies and directives on Physical Intervention, Discipline and Medication administration.
• Experience operating audio-visual/office equipment (Google Suite, projectors, photocopier) and mobility aids.
• Ability to perform physical duties including lifting/positioning students and possible behaviour management interventions.
• Strong communication and cooperative work with students, staff, parents and community agencies.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing, implementing and tracking instructional programs.
• Prepare instructional materials and equipment.
• Assist students with hygienic and personal care.
• Administer medication per board policy.
• Support therapy or behavioural programs.
• Follow IEPs and contribute to safety and job training.
• Supervise student activities and outings.
• Participate in IPRC meetings and case conferences when required.
• Assist with loading/unloading buses and monitoring as needed.

Skills

Communication

Cooperation

Physical ability

Education

OSSD with two years specialized training

Tools

Google Suite

Projectors

Photocopier

Job description

Educational Assistant - Long Term Assignment

35 hours per week

Job Function

Assist in the accessing of instructional programs. Assist with the personal and hygienic care of students. Administer medication as assigned. Carry out assigned therapeutic, behavioural management or training programs. Assist with student activities and supervision. Assist with the collection of relevant data for the purposes of tracking student progress and behaviour.

Job Description

• Assist in the development, implementation and tracking of instructional programs.
• Assist in the preparation of instructional materials and equipment as directed.
• Assist students with hygienic and personal care such as toileting, catheterizing, life skills, etc.
• Administer medication in accordance with Board Policy and Administration Regulations; AP-HS-401 Administration of Medication and/or Special Services.
• Assist in occupational, physio, speech and other therapy or behavioural programs as directed.
• Carry out the Individual Education Plan (I.E.P.) and Co-op Education, job training, safety programs, etc., as assigned.
• Assist with the supervision of in-school and out-of-school student activities.
• Participate in Identification, Placement and Review Committee (I.P.R.C.) Meetings, case conferences, etc. when required.
• Assist with the loading and unloading of school buses or taxis as directed and the monitoring of the as needed.

Job Requirements

1. Requires O.S.S.D., plus two years of specialized training, i.e., Educational Assistant Program, Child Youth Worker, Autism Support Worker or equivalent. Requires knowledge of strategies and experience supporting students.

2. Requires knowledge of pertinent Board policies and directives such as Physical Intervention, Discipline, Administration of Medication and/or Special Services.

3. Requires operating audio-visual and office equipment such as computers, (Google Suite), projectors, photocopier, etc. and knowledge in the operation of equipment such as wheelchair, parapodium, walkers, etc.

4. Requires performing physical duties such as lifting and positioning students. May also include implementation of Behaviour Management Systems physical intervention strategies.

5. Requires communicating effectively and working co-operatively with students, teachers, administration, Board personnel, parents, community agencies and organizations.

PVNCCDSB is committed to achieving excellence in Catholic education. We leverage our inclusive organizational culture to further build upon our dynamic and diverse workforce, reflective of the communities we serve. In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and the Ontario Human Rights Code (OHRC), PVNCCDSB will work collaboratively and respectfully with you in all stages of the recruitment process and throughout your employment. For further information about what accommodation and accessibility look like at PVNCCDSB please refer to our website. If you require accommodation at any stage of the hiring process, please contact our Human Resources Department at 705-748-4861.

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