LTO EA Level D - Special Needs - 30 hrs/wk

Waterloo Region District School Board; Cambridge; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution is seeking a dedicated Educational Assistant to support students with special needs. This role requires a passion for fostering inclusive learning environments and a commitment to helping students achieve their potential. The ideal candidate will possess relevant educational qualifications and experience in supporting diverse learning needs. With a focus on equity and inclusion, this position offers the opportunity to make a significant impact in the lives of students while working in a collaborative and supportive setting. If you're ready to contribute to a positive educational experience, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Must pass a Physical Demands test for employment.
• Experience supporting special needs children is essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist students with special needs in an educational setting.
• Implement behavior management strategies effectively.

Skills

Support for special needs children

Behavior management

Communication skills

Education

Educational Assistant Diploma

Bachelor of Social Work

Developmental Service Worker

Tools

Behaviour Management Systems certification

Job description

LTO EA Level D - Special Needs - 30 hrs/wk

Join to apply for the LTO EA Level D - Special Needs - 30 hrs/wk role at Waterloo Region District School Board.

This posting is open to WRDSB employees who are members of the EA Association as well as external applicants.

Note: Staff already in an LTO are not eligible to apply if it conflicts with their current LTO. All LTO assignments are subject to a revised end date with 2 weeks' notice.

Qualifications/Requirements

A condition of employment as an EA/CYW with the Waterloo Region District School Board is passing a Physical Demands test. All offers are conditional on passing all components of this test. This applies to any EA/CYW without Permanent/LTO level D hours.

Educational Assistant Qualifications

• Certified Teachers
• Educational Assistant Diploma or Educational Support Diploma from an accredited post-secondary institution
• Developmental Service Worker (DSW) from an accredited post-secondary institution
• Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) from an accredited post-secondary institution
• Social Services Diploma (SSW) from an accredited post-secondary institution
• Alternative EA Qualifications with Experience ***
• Post-secondary degree in Sociology with at least one year (1,224 hours) of related work experience supporting special needs children, or significant relevant volunteer experience
• Six-month diploma or certificate in a child-related discipline with at least one year (1,224 hours) of related work experience supporting special needs children, or significant relevant volunteer experience

Assets

• Valid Behaviour Management Systems certification
• Recent experience working with students with special needs and behavioral disabilities, preferably school-based
• Autism Spectrum Disorder Training
• Lifting/Positioning Training

The Waterloo Region District School Board promotes equity in employment and encourages applications from diverse groups, including Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, and marginalized sexual orientations and gender identities. We provide accommodations for candidates with human rights considerations.

We collect and handle applicant data in accordance with legal requirements, ensuring confidentiality and privacy. Only selected candidates will be contacted for interviews. No phone inquiries, please.

Additional Information

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Administrative
• Industries: Education

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