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Kindergarten Casual Assistant

Hamilton-Wentworth Catholic District School Board

Hamilton

On-site

CAD 60,000 - 80,000

Part time

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Job summary

A regional educational board in Ontario is seeking a Kindergarten Casual Assistant to support the classroom teacher in implementing the kindergarten program. Candidates should have a minimum of 2 years’ experience in Early Learning, possess strong communication skills, and be able to manage classroom dynamics. Compensation is $22.94 plus 4% vacation pay. Opportunities for candidates from under-represented communities are encouraged.

Qualifications

  • Minimum 2 years’ experience working in an Early Learning setting.
  • Current, completed and clear Vulnerable Sector check required.
  • Driver’s license and reliable transportation preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Partner with the classroom teacher to implement the kindergarten program.
  • Manage classroom environment and address emergency situations.
  • Ensure confidentiality and communicate with parents and staff.

Skills

Communication
Classroom management
Sensitivity and courtesy

Education

Valid Certificate in First Aid and CPR
Job description
Description

Reporting to the Principal, the Kindergarten Casual Assistant will partner with the classroom teacher to plan and implement the kindergarten program within a Catholic school environment classroom. This position is for daily deployment only.

Qualifications
  • Minimum 2 years’ experience working in an Early Learning setting
  • Valid Certificate in First Aid and CPR (preferred)
  • Ability to communicate in a sensitive, courteous manner with children, parents and staff
  • Understanding and commitment to confidentiality
  • Proven ability to appropriately deal with classroom management, stressful and emergency situations and to take appropriate actions based on established Board policies and procedures
  • Current, completed and clear Vulnerable Sector check will be required prior to hiring
  • Driver’s license
  • Own reliable transportation to travel to any school within the HWCDSB’s jurisdiction, preferred
  • A full faith reference package (is preferred)
Salary

$22.94 + 4% vacation pay

Location

Various

Application and Equity Information

Last date for consideration: OPEN

Please include the full posting title within the subject line. The resume must include two (2) Professional References; and a Pastoral Reference Letter is preferred. It must also include an authorization to contact references provided. All applicants who submit a complete package will be considered. Only those applicants eligible for an interview will be contacted.

In our efforts to ensure an inclusive, diverse and representative workforce, HWCDSB will value, promote and encourage the hiring of staff from under-represented communities; value applicants’ additional experiences, lived experience, skills, backgrounds and perspectives; collect voluntary self-identification data from applicants in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code, HWCDSB’s procedures, and Ontario’s Anti-Racism Data Standards: where the required skills, ability and qualifications of candidates are relatively equal, candidates who self-identify as a member of one or more under-represented groups may be selected.

The HWCDSB is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes. Accommodation during the hiring process will be provided. If an accommodation is required, please inform the Human Resources Team or Hiring Manager in advance of any part of the process. All information received relating to a candidate’s required accommodation will be addressed confidentially.

February 2024

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