Special Education Support Specialist

Upper Canada District School Board; Embrun; On-site; CAD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Upper Canada District School Board is hiring an Educational Assistant to support students with exceptional needs under the supervision of the Principal and LRT. The role involves confidential information handling and collaboration with teachers to implement IEP goals.

Responsibilities include supporting academic and behavioral plans, supervising students, aiding communication through various methods, and maintaining records.

Qualifications

• Must possess a secondary school diploma and a college diploma in one of the listed fields.
• Behaviour Management Systems (BMS) training is an asset.
• Related work experience would be an asset.

Responsibilities

• Supports development and implementation of goals based on academic needs as outlined in the IEP.
• Supports development, implementation, review, evaluation, revision and monitoring of therapeutic programs.
• Administers medication and maintains records as authorized by school policy.
• Adheres to student safety and personal care plans.
• Supports adaptive and assistive technology to meet learning needs.
• Assists communication needs via sign language, braille, or other methods as required.
• Maintains student progress records and data for progress notes.
• Supports behavior management programs with staff input and monitoring.
• Communicates with students, families, and professionals as directed.
• Supervises students across school settings for safety.
• Attends meetings and contributes professionally to planning and evaluations.
• Participates in professional development to maintain skills.
• Demonstrates good attendance and safe work practices.
• Performs other related duties as assigned

Skills

Behaviour support

Communication

Sign language

Crisis intervention

Behaviour management

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Conflict resolution

Word processing

Internet & email

Teamwork

Discretion

Education

Secondary school diploma

Two/Three year Community College Diploma in Child & Youth Worker

Community College Diploma in Registered Early Childhood Educator

Behavioral Science Technician

Educational Assistant

Developmental Services Worker

Social Service Worker

Bachelor Degrees in Child Studies

Bachelor Degrees in Sociology

Bachelor Degrees in Psychology

RECE registration

Nursing diplomas with proof

Tools

Job description

Upper Canada District School Board is hiring an Educational Assistant to support students with exceptional needs under the supervision of the Principal and LRT. The role involves confidential information handling and collaboration with teachers to implement IEP goals.

Responsibilities include supporting academic and behavioral plans, supervising students, aiding communication through various methods, and maintaining records.