EXT ESP Temporary Educational Assistant - Huron Heights Public School

Bluewater-District; Perth Parish; On-site; CAD 28,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

Bluewater District School Board is seeking a temporary Educational Assistant to support students with intensive special education needs in elementary and secondary schools. The position is part-time (0.20 FTE) with Friday scheduling, commencing September 11, 2026, and ending December 18, 2026, or earlier if circumstances change.

The Educational Assistant will work under the school Principal to provide medical, physical and safety supervision support, with accommodations for qualified candidates.

Qualifications

• Secondary school diploma required.
• Post-secondary program in one of the listed fields (Education Support Worker, Educational Assistant Certificate, Early Childhood Educator, Social Service Worker, Developmental Services Worker, Child and Youth Worker, Educational Assistant Apprenticeship Program) or equivalent experience.
• Experience supporting students with intensive special education needs is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide medical, physical and safety supervision support to students with intensive needs.
• Support students in elementary and secondary classrooms.
• Collaborate with school staff to ensure student safety.

Education

Secondary school diploma

Education Support Worker

Educational Assistant Certificate

Early Childhood Educator

Social Service Worker

Developmental Services Worker

Child and Youth Worker

Educational Assistant Apprenticeship Program

Equivalent education/experience

Job description

GROW YOUR CAREER IN BLUEWATER

As one of the area’s largest employers, Bluewater District School Board has approximately 3,700 permanent and casual employees who serve 18,900 students and their families across 8,673 square kilometres within Bruce and Grey Counties on the traditional lands of the Saugeen Ojibway Nation.

Come to Bluewater to experience the trails, sandy beaches, meandering rivers, and welcoming communities. Stay to experience a progressive career path with an employer that is dedicated to providing a positive working environment, along with competitive compensation and benefits.

TEMPORARY EDUCATIONAL ASSISTANT POSITION

An Educational Assistant is responsible to the school Principal to provide medical, physical and safety/supervision support to students with intensive special education needs in elementary and secondary schools.

Eligibility:

To be eligible, applicants must hold a secondary school diploma plus completion of a post-secondary education program in one of the following:Education Support Worker, Educational Assistant Certificate, Early Childhood Educator, Social Service Worker, Developmental Services Worker, Child and Youth Worker, Educational Assistant Apprenticeship Program or equivalent education and/or experience.

Temporary Vacancy :

One (1) temporary part-time (0.20 FTE) Educational Assistant required.

Scheduling is Friday.

Commencing September 11, 2026 and ending December 18, 2026 or earlier if circumstances change or incumbent returns.

Note: Where positions are in schools with elementary and secondary panels scheduling may reflect work in either panel

Equity

Bluewater District School Board is committed to fostering a safe and supportive learning environment for all students and staff.

Accommodation

Bluewater District School Board is committed to providing accommodations in the workplace and for candidates who have temporary or permanent disability, or who otherwise require accommodations based on the protected grounds highlighted in the Ontario Human Rights Code in respect to the recruitment and selection process.

Wellness

Bluewater District School Board is committed to providing a respectful and healthy work environment.