Supply Educational Assistant

Nipissing-Parry Sound Catholic District School Board; North Bay; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution is seeking a dedicated Supply Educational Assistant to support students with diverse needs. This role involves collaborating with educators to implement effective behaviour modification strategies and assist students facing challenges such as autism and developmental delays. The ideal candidate will possess a two-year post-secondary diploma in a relevant field and have experience in a team environment. This position offers a unique opportunity to make a positive impact on students' lives while working in a supportive and inclusive atmosphere. If you are passionate about education and helping others, this role could be perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Experience with students with multiple needs including autism and developmental delays.
• Knowledge of augmentative communication strategies and crisis intervention training.

Responsibilities

• Support students with diverse needs in an educational setting.
• Collaborate with teachers and staff to implement behaviour modification strategies.

Skills

Teamwork

Behaviour modification strategies

Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA)

Communication skills

First Aid training

Education

Two-year post-secondary diploma

Tools

Computerized environment

Job description

SUPPLY EDUCATIONAL ASSISTANT

SYSTEM

Mandatory Requirements

1. Two-year post-secondary diploma in a relevant field such as Developmental Service Worker, Youth Worker, Early Childhood Education or Practical Nursing (formerly RNA diploma)
2. Experience working with students with multiple needs including physical needs, autism, developmental delays, behaviour and anger management needs
3. Demonstrated ability to work in a team environment
4. Working knowledge and experience of behaviour modification strategies, including Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA) techniques
5. Knowledge of augmentative communication strategies
6. First Aid training

Preferred Requirements:

1. Excellent interpersonal skills
2. Good written and oral communication skills
3. Non-violent crisis intervention training would be an asset
4. Experience in a computerized environment

Qualified applicants who wish to be considered for this position are asked to submit a completed Supply Educational Assistant application form, resume, and two written work references.

Shawn Fitzsimmons, Chair

Paula Mann, Director of Education

This position will remain open until our supply list is filled. Applications will be reviewed on an on-going basis.

The Nipissing-Parry Sound Catholic District School Board is committed to diversity and inclusion. Please contact our Human Resources Department via email or via telephone at 705-472-1201. Ext. 31219 prior to the posting’s closing date should you require any accommodation during the recruitment process.

For the protection of its students, the Board requires successful applicants to submit a satisfactory criminal record check (vulnerable sector check) as a condition of employment.

The Board would like to thank all applicants for expressing an interest in this position, however, only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.