Educational Assistant - Temporary FT - Our Lady of Providence School, Brantford (1.0 FTE)

St. Clement's School; Brantford; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A forward-thinking educational institution is seeking a Temporary Educational Assistant to support special needs students. This full-time role involves assisting in the delivery of educational programs, facilitating transitions, and providing essential support in various classroom tasks. The ideal candidate will possess a strong empathetic attitude, experience working with children, and the ability to maintain confidentiality while working independently and as part of a team. If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of students and thrive in a collaborative environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Completion of a post-secondary educational assistant program is required.
• One year experience working with children is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Assist in delivering programs to special needs students in various settings.
• Support teachers with lesson delivery and student supervision.
• Help manage classroom routines and student behavior.

Skills

Experience with children

Empathy

Discretion with confidential information

Teamwork

Basic computer software knowledge

Education

Post-secondary educational assistant program

Job description

TEMPORARY EDUCATIONAL ASSISTANT
35 Hours Per Week - 10 Month Position - Full-time (1.0 FTE)

Start Date: Immediately; End Date: Undetermined

Qualifications

• Successful completion of a post-secondary educational assistant program (normally one year), or equivalent, plus a minimum of one year experience working with children.
• Relevant additional training is an asset.
• Ability and willingness to perform required physical tasks, including toileting and lifting.
• A positive and empathetic attitude towards students.
• Ability to maintain discretion with confidential information.
• Ability to function independently within the framework of a team.
• Basic knowledge in the use of computer software.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Assist in the delivery of a prescribed program with special needs students in both individual and group settings.
• Aid the children in the transition from home to school.
• Act as a liaison between students and the teacher.
• Act as a facilitator by attending meetings, when required, and taking appropriate notes.
• Assist the teacher in the delivery of lessons or projects for special needs students by creating and designing crafts, charts and teaching materials under the direction of the teacher.
• Assist the teacher in implementing the Individualized Education Plan for special needs students.
• Assist the teacher in observing and reporting to the teacher on the students' behaviour, academic, motor and social development, including preparing written reports and maintaining student communication log.
• Assist the teacher in the behaviour management of students, including conflict management, crisis intervention and de-escalation of student behaviour.
• Assist special needs students with feeding as required.
• Assist special needs students with washroom facilities, toileting and change soiled and wet clothing when required.
• Maintain routines and rules in the classroom.
• Help plan and implement field trips for special needs students, when required.
• Participate in general school duties, including assisting the teacher in student supervision.
• Provide support in the classroom to teacher and pupils as directed, including general classroom tasks such as making copies, setting up displays, preparing materials, cleaning up after lessons, ordering supplies, and setting up VCRs and CD players.
• Other related duties as assigned.

Applications must include:

• Cover letter.
• Resume.
• Proof of successful completion of a post-secondary educational assistant program.

Preference is given to individuals in the casual Educational Assistant pool for all temporary and permanent Educational Assistant positions.

Additional preference given to candidates that identify as First Nations, Metis, or Inuit.

About Us:

The Brant Haldimand Norfolk Catholic District School Board offers a Christ-centered education to over 13,000 students from Brant, Haldimand, and Norfolk counties, the City of Brantford, Six Nations of the Grand River and Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation. The district has approximately 2,100 full and part-time staff committed to supporting Belonging, Teaching and Learning, and Wellness for all.

Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Statement

The Brant Haldimand Norfolk Catholic District School Board believes in giving each and every applicant an equal opportunity to succeed on their own merit and we strive to hire staff that reflect and support the diverse perspectives, experiences and needs of our students and our communities.

Accessibility and Accommodation Statement

If you require accommodation for reasons of disability in the application or interview process, please email your request to [e-mail] in advance of any part of the process.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those considered for an interview will be contacted.

Carol Luciani
Chair of the Board

Michael McDonald
Director of Education & Secretary

BRANT HALDIMAND NORFOLK CATHOLIC DISTRICT SCHOOL BOARD
Excellence in Learning ~ Living in Christ
322 Fairview Drive, P.O. Box 217, Brantford, ON N3T 5M8
T: 519-756-6369 E: [e-mail]
www.bhncdsb.ca