Special Education Support Specialist

Upper Canada District School Board; Brockville; Presencial; CAD 42.000 - 62.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Upper Canada District School Board is seeking an Educational Assistant to support students with exceptional needs under the supervision of the Principal, LRT, and classroom teacher. The role involves implementing individualized education plans, coordinating with staff, and ensuring student safety and well-being.

Qualifications include a secondary school diploma and a college diploma in relevant fields; BMS training is an asset.

Formación

• Supports students with exceptional needs per IEPs and school plans.
• Demonstrated understanding of social/emotional and physical needs of students with disabilities.

Responsabilidades

• Support development and implementation of goals based on academic needs and IEP.
• Monitor therapeutic programs identified by Board personnel and external agencies.
• Administer medications as authorized by the school administrator.

Conocimientos

Student behaviour support

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Confidentiality and discretion

Team player / independent

Sign language awareness

Non-violent crisis intervention

Adaptive technology familiarity

Liaison with parents/agencies

Educación

Secondary school diploma

Community College Diploma (Child & Youth Worker, etc.)

ECE or related credential (RECE/CNA)

Behaviour Management Systems training

Herramientas

None

Descripción del empleo

Upper Canada District School Board is seeking an Educational Assistant to support students with exceptional needs under the supervision of the Principal, LRT, and classroom teacher. The role involves implementing individualized education plans, coordinating with staff, and ensuring student safety and well-being.

Qualifications include a secondary school diploma and a college diploma in relevant fields; BMS training is an asset.