Educational Assistant

Simcoe County District School Board; Barrie; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A regional school board in Ontario is seeking a part-time Educational Assistant to provide support to students with varied needs in academic and social settings. The role involves working with students of different grade levels, engaging in physically demanding tasks, and requires relevant educational qualifications. Candidates should possess strong communication and interpersonal skills, along with mandatory Behaviour Management Systems training. The school board is committed to diversity and inclusion in its hiring practices.

Benefits

Participation in the OMERS Pension Plan

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Must have Behaviour Management Systems (BMS) training.
• Experience with students with ASD is preferred.
• Knowledge of assistive technology is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Support students in achieving success academically and socially.
• Assist in toileting, feeding, and mobility as required.
• Work within a multidisciplinary team.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Education

Relevant university degree or two-year college diploma in human services

Job description

Educational Assistant

PART-TIME TEMPORARY CONTRACT - 17.5 hours/week (mornings)

THERE IS NO GUARANTEE OF THE DURATION OF THE ASSIGNMENT

Educational Assistants provide support to students to achieve success in academic, behavior, social, life skills and co-op situations. Working as part of a multidisciplinary team, Educational Assistants contribute to the learning development and integration of all students by creating a safe and supportive environment.

Educational Assistant positions can be physically demanding. Position requirements may include providing students with assistance for toileting, diapering, feeding, lifting, transferring, positioning and mobility as required. Educational Assistant positions may rotate through the school to meet the needs of students in multiple groupings and in a variety of grade levels.

Required Qualifications For All Educational Assistant (EA) Positions

ALL positions require a relevant university degree, or a two-year college diploma in the human services field (Behavioural Sciences - related to ABA, Child and Youth Worker, Child Care Worker, Developmental Service Worker, Early Childhood Education, Educational Assistant Special Needs Support, Human Services Administration, Registered Nurse, Sign Language Communicator, Sign Language Interpreter, Social Service Worker, or an Ontario Teaching Certificate). In addition, the majority of positions require Behaviour Management Systems (BMS) training, excellent communication, interpersonal skills, organizational skills, and the ability to work as a member of an interdisciplinary team.

The duties, responsibilities, and requirements for these positions are not limited to the above but may include all of those in the job fact sheet for Educational Assistant.

Special Details for This Position

• BMS required.
• Toileting/lifting required.
• Experience working with students with an ASD, behavior management techniques and strategies, knowledge of assistive technology, knowledge of Augmentative and Alternative Communication preferred.
• Working with students in kindergarten, primary, junior and intermediate in regular classroom settings and the learning centre.

Participation in the OMERS Pension Plan is mandatory for all full-time permanent employees, even if currently in receipt of an OMERS pension.

Guided by the principles of dignity, individualization and inclusion, the Simcoe County District School Board (SCDSB) is committed to creating an equitable and inclusive environment that supports all human rights and accessibility needs for students and staff. The SCDSB recognizes the duty to accommodate, short of undue hardship as per the Ontario Human Rights Code (OHRC) and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA).

We value and are committed to upholding the principles of diversity, equity, and inclusion, and equitable hiring practices for all applicants to be successful. In support of our strategic priorities, we are seeking members who reflect diverse identities, lived experiences and perspectives, especially Indigenous peoples, racialized persons, persons with disabilities, 2SLGBTQ+, and women to assist the board in reflecting the community we serve. Our equitable hiring initiative is consistent with the Ontario Human Rights Code (OHRC) to ensure that our hiring practices remain equitable to candidates from groups protected by the prohibited grounds under the Code.

Applicants are to provide permission to contact two professional references, including their current and most recent supervisor. New hires to the Simcoe County District School Board will be required to submit a Vulnerable Sector Check (VSC) that is satisfactory to the Board prior to beginning employment. All new employees will be required to complete mandatory training modules with the Board prior to their first day of employment. All applicants are thanked for their interest in this position; however, only those who have been shortlisted for an interview will be contacted.