LTO EA Level D – Extended Day After School – 7.5 hrs/wk Sandowne

Waterloo Region District School Board; Waterloo; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A regional school board is looking for an Extended Day After School program assistant. The role involves supervising and supporting students' activities, requiring qualifications in educational support and experience with special needs. The ideal candidate should hold relevant diplomas and certifications, and must complete a Physical Demands test. This position promises a fulfilling experience working in an educational environment.

Qualifications

• Must pass Physical Demands test.
• Educational background: Certified Assistant Diploma or equivalent.
• Support for students' daily activities.

Responsibilities

• Supervision and support for students' daily activities.
• Collaboration with teaching staff.
• Adhere to WRDSB policies.

Skills

Experience supporting special needs children

Behaviour Management Systems certification

Autism Spectrum Disorder training

Education

EA/CYW Diploma or equivalent

Post-secondary degree in Sociology

Job description

Overview

LTO EA Level D – Extended Day After School – 7.5 hrs/wk Sandowne

This posting is open to WRDSB employees who are members of the EA Association as well as external applicants. Staff already in an LTO are not eligible to apply to this posting if it will conflict with their current LTO. All Long Term Occasional assignments are subject to a revised end date with 2-weeks notice. Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) serves approximately 65,000 students in 123 schools, as well as alternative and continuing education sites. WRDSB is committed to creating learning environments that support the achievement and well-being of all students through partnering with staff, parents, families, caregivers and communities to promote success in learning and life. Additional information regarding the Board is available on the Board’s website.

Responsibilities

This posting description focuses on the role responsibilities for an Extended Day program assistant and related duties as assigned by the school administration. Specific responsibilities are determined by the site and may include supervision, support for students' daily activities, and collaboration with teaching staff in accordance with WRDSB policies.

Qualifications/Requirements

• A condition of employment as an EA/CYW with WRDSB requires passing a Physical Demands test. All offers are conditional on passing all components of this test (applies to EA/CYW without Permanent/LTO level D hours).
• Educational background: Certified Teachers Educational Assistant Diploma or Educational Support Diploma; Developmental Service Worker (DSW); Bachelor of Social Work (BSW); Social Services Diploma (SSW) or equivalent as accredited by a post-secondary institution.
• Alternative EA qualifications with experience: post-secondary degree in Sociology with minimum 1 year (1,224 hours) related work experience supporting special needs children; or minimum six-month diploma/certificate with 1 year (1,224 hours) related work experience; significant relevant volunteer experience may be considered.
• Assets: Valid Behaviour Management Systems certification; experience working with students with special needs and behavioural disabilities; school-based experience; Autism Spectrum Disorder training; lifting/positioning training.

Interviews

Interviews for this posting will be conducted via Interviewstream (one-way video interview). Details include invitation from [e-mail] and access to interview best practices and a Candidate Experience Guide. A link to complete the interview will expire at a set date/time.

Additional Information

For staff screening and police record checks; employees in licensed child care programs are required to obtain a Vulnerable Sector Check on or before the fifth anniversary of the most recent check, plus an annual offence declaration. Educators in before/after school programs must complete a VSC request through the local police service and submit the original electronic copy for review. A valid first aid and CPR certificate (or current registration) is required. WRDSB is committed to equity in employment and inclusive hiring practices. All applicants are encouraged to apply and we will provide accommodations as needed during the process. See the Apply to Education portal for access to the self-identification questions; answering them is voluntary and does not affect the application.

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