Special Needs Educational Assistant – Autism & Behavior Support

Npsc; North Bay; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Nipissing-Parry Sound Catholic District School Board invites applications for the position of Educational Assistant: Classroom Assistant/Physical Care at St. Alexander.

This 1.0 FTE permanent role starts September 4, 2026, with duties supporting students with diverse needs and remote learning integration. The candidate must hold a two-year post-secondary diploma in a relevant field and bring experience with behavior management, augmentative communication, and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Two-year post-secondary diploma in a relevant field as listed.
• Experience with students with multiple needs including physical needs, autism, and behavioral challenges.
• Preference for candidates with behavior exceptionalities experience.
• Demonstrated ability to work in a team environment.
• Knowledge of behavior modification strategies and augmentative communication.
• Experience using Google Classroom and Google Meet for remote learning.

Skills

Teamwork

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Behavior modification

Augmentative communication

Technology use

Driving

Education

Two-year post-secondary diploma in Developmental Service Worker, Youth Worker, Early Childhood Education, or Practical Nursing

Tools

Google Classroom

Google Meet

Job description

Nipissing-Parry Sound Catholic District School Board invites applications for the position of Educational Assistant: Classroom Assistant/Physical Care at St. Alexander.

This 1.0 FTE permanent role starts September 4, 2026, with duties supporting students with diverse needs and remote learning integration. The candidate must hold a two-year post-secondary diploma in a relevant field and bring experience with behavior management, augmentative communication, and teamwork.