Educational Assistant- Long Term Assignment

Pvnccdsb; Newcastle; On-site; CAD 25,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

PVNCCDSB is seeking an Educational Assistant for a long-term assignment in Ontario. The role involves assisting with instructional programs, student care, and supervision, with medication administration and therapy support as needed.

Applicants should have OS SD plus two years of specialized training and be able to work with diverse student needs. The position emphasizes collaboration with teachers, administrators, and families, and includes access to accommodations as required.

Qualifications

• Requires OS SD and two years of specialized training in educational support roles.
• Knowledge of board policies and directives (Physical Intervention, Medication Administration).
• Experience operating AV and office equipment (Google Suite) and mobility aids.
• Ability to perform lifting/positioning and implement behaviour management strategies.
• Clear communication and teamwork with students, families, teachers and staff.

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 (toileting, life skills).
• Administer medication per board policy and regulations.
• Support occupational, physio, speech and other therapy or behavioural programs as directed.
• Follow IEPs and safety programs including Co-op Education and job training.
• Supervise in-school and out-of-school activities.
• Participate in IPRC meetings and case conferences as required.
• Assist with loading/unloading buses or taxis and monitoring as needed.

Skills

Effective communication

Teamwork

Physical endurance

Behaviour management

Education

OSSD + Educational Assistant Program

Child Youth Worker

Autism Support Worker training

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:

• 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 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.

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.