Educational Assistant (Term)

St. Clement's School; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 49,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution is seeking a dedicated Educational Assistant to support students with diverse needs. This role involves providing academic assistance, addressing individual emotional and physical requirements, and collaborating with teachers to enhance the educational experience. The position offers a fulfilling opportunity to make a significant impact in students' lives within a supportive and inclusive environment. With a commitment to diversity and equity, this organization values contributions from all backgrounds. If you're passionate about education and making a difference, this term position is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Must have a secondary school diploma and a community college diploma in a related field.
• 2 years of related experience is required.

Responsibilities

• Support students with specific needs in a classroom environment.
• Assist in the academic development and personal care of students.

Skills

Communication Skills

Initiative

Knowledge of Special Education Techniques

Education

Secondary School Diploma

2-Year Community College Diploma

University Degree in Child-Related Field

Tools

PICS

PECS

ABA Techniques

Braille

Job description

Educational Assistant (Term)

M.F. McHugh Education Centre

C.U.P.E. 2357 (Term Assignment September 2, 2025 to June 25, 2026, Level 5)

35 hours a week

Why Work With The Ottawa Catholic School Board: The OCSB proudly serves over 50,000 students in 91 schools. We offer an education that respects all faiths' universal values and is grounded in Catholic principles. We foster innovation to inspire Deep Learning so that all can realize their full potential. We offer a collaborative work environment, fulfilling careers, and the opportunity to make a difference in our students' lives.

The OCSB is committed to equitable hiring, employment and promotion practices and is dedicated to an inclusive workforce that reflects the diversity of our students and our communities. The OCSB is actively seeking applications from Indigenous peoples, Black and racialized people, persons with disabilities, people from gender diverse communities and/or people with intersectional identities, as well as individuals who can contribute to continuous diversification of ideas.

The Ottawa Catholic School Board acknowledges that the land on which our schools are located is the traditional unceded territory of the Algonquin Anishnabek Peoples. We extend our respect to all First Nations, Inuit and Métis Peoples for their valuable past and present contributions to this land.

This is a term EA vacancy in the M.F. McHugh program. This term assignment has an anticipated start date of September 2, 2025 with an anticipated end date of June 25, 2026.

All applicants will be considered and qualified applicants will be interviewed based on seniority. Unsuccessful applicants may request a debrief. If the selected applicant is a current, permanent EA with the OCSB, they will be hired for the duration of the term and their position at their home school would be held for them, with a casual staff member replacing them for the duration of the term. If the position is not offered to any of the interviewed permanent employees, then the position will be filled with a new or existing casual employee.

As the needs of each student differ, the duties of individual Educational Assistants may be different, however, the nature and intent of the position is such that responsibilities will be comparable.

Under the direction of the school principal and the instructional supervision of the classroom teacher, the Educational Assistant:

• provides support in a classroom where there is a child with specific needs to be met (intellectual disabilities, physical or medical conditions, deaf/hard of hearing, blind/low vision, self-regulation concerns, and other special education needs;

• provides support in the students’ academic development;

• responds to the students’ physical, emotional and hygienic needs; and

• acts as a team member of the school in any area which may directly assist the assigned student(s), or may contribute to the educational program as a whole;

• and performs other duties, as assigned.

Required Qualifications, Experience, Knowledge and Skills:

• a secondary school diploma;

• a 2 year Community college diploma in a related field (ex.DSW,CYW, SSW or a University Degree in a child related field of study);

• 2 years of related experience.

In addition, the following will be considered an asset:

• knowledge of PICS, PECS, ABA, signing, Braille;

• special feeding techniques;

• CPR/First Aid, CPI (NCI) and Diabetic Monitoring;

• the ability to show initiative;

• excellent oral and written communication skills;

• and the ability to establish a rapport with children.

• Individuals who possess an equivalent combination of education and experience may also be considered.

This is a 10-month term position with an annual salary range of approximately $49,117 to $52,809 ($32.63 to $35.08 per hour) (to be prorated to reflect the length of the term) with an anticipated start date of September 2, 2025.

How to Apply - Applicants are required to apply through ATE and attach a cover letter and resume in pdf format by 5:00 pm on May 16, 2025. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Questions regarding the application process can be directed to [e-mail]

Interviews: We thank all applicants in advance for their interest; however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. If selected for an interview, you will receive an email including the interview date/time, location and process details.

You will be required to provide a negative Original Police Record Check for the Vulnerable Sector dated within the last 6 months if successful in the hiring process.

AI may be utilized throughout the selection and recruitment process

Pursuant to the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, (AODA), if you require accommodations at any time throughout the application process, please contact the Human Resources Department via email at [e-mail] prior to the posting closing date so that appropriate arrangements can be made.

Information Collection Authorization : In accordance with Section 29(2) of the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (MFIPPA), 1989. This information is collected under the legal authority of Section 265(1)(d) of the Education Act (R.S.O. 1990 c.E.2) as amended, and may be used as necessary for some or all of the following principal administrative purposes related to: The Ottawa Catholic School Board’s operation, school programs and educational services, student records, and Ministries of the Government of Ontario. The Board’s ' Notice of Collection Use and Disclosure’ & the ‘Protection of Privacy Policy’ may be viewed on the Board’s website at www.ocsb.ca . Questions about Privacy should be directed to the Privacy Officer by email to: [e-mail] .