Educational Assistant- Long Term Assignment

Pvnccdsb; Cobourg; On-site; CAD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

PVNCCDSB is seeking an Educational Assistant for a long-term assignment. The role supports instructional programs, student personal care, and therapeutic activities, following board policies for medications and safety.

You will help implement IEPs, supervise activities, and assist with data collection to track student progress. Applicants should have OSSD plus two years of relevant training (Educational Assistant, CYW or Autism Support).

Qualifications

• Requires O.S.S.D. plus two years of specialized training (Educational Assistant Program, Child Youth Worker, Autism Support Worker or equivalent).
• Knowledge of Board policies on Medication and Special Services.
• Experience operating computers and AV equipment; Google Suite proficiency.
• Ability to lift/position students and perform related physical tasks.
• Strong communication and ability to work with students, staff and families.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing, implementing and tracking instructional programs.
• Prepare instructional materials and equipment as directed.
• Assist students with hygienic/personal care such as toileting and life skills.
• Administer medications per board policy and regulations.
• Support occupational, physio, speech and other therapy or behavioral programs.
• Assist with IEP, Co-op Education, safety programs and related tasks.
• Supervise in-school and out-of-school student activities.
• Participate in IPRC meetings or case conferences when required.
• Assist with loading/unloading buses or taxis and monitor as needed.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Physical stamina

Education

OSSD

Educational Assistant Program

Child Youth Worker

Autism Support Worker

Tools

Google Suite

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:

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

Job Requirements:

• 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.
• Requires knowledge of pertinent Board policies and directives such as Physical Intervention, Discipline, Administration of Medication and/or Special Services.
• 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.
• Requires performing physical duties such as lifting and positioning students. May also include implementation of Behaviour Management Systems physical intervention strategies.
• 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.

In accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, the personal information provided is collected under the Education Act and will be used to determine eligibility for employment.