Supply Educational Assistants

Trillium Lakelands District School Board; Lindsay; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A regional educational board in Ontario is seeking Supply Educational Assistants to support students in Haliburton area schools. Responsibilities include providing care and supervision to students, especially those with special needs. Ideal candidates will hold relevant diplomas or degrees and have experience working with children. The position offers flexible hours with a starting wage of $28.01 per hour.

Qualifications

• Experience working with elementary or secondary age students.
• Sensitivity to the individual needs of children.
• Reliability in transportation to attend various schools.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the education and supervision of students.
• Support students with daily activities and behavior management.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Experience with children who have Autism

Experience with behavior management

Physically fit

First Aid and CPR certification

Education

Child and Youth Worker Diploma or equivalent

2-year College Diploma or University Degree

Tools

Assistive Technology

Google and Gmail software

Job description

Overview

Trillium Lakelands District School Board invites application for SUPPLY EDUCATIONAL ASSISTANTS. Posting: EA-2025-2026-202 Haliburton Area. We are actively seeking qualified individuals for our Supply Educational Assistant List to fill daily absences and long-term temporary positions. Under the direction of the School Principal and Classroom Teacher or Resource Teacher, the Educational Assistant will assist in the education, care, and supervision of students. This care could include lifting, toileting, dealing with medically fragile students and aggressive behaviors.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the education, care, and supervision of students under the direction of the School Principal, Classroom Teacher or Resource Teacher. This may involve supporting students with daily activities and behavior management as required.

Qualifications

• Child and Youth Worker Diploma, D.S.W., E.C.E. or E.A. Diploma OR a 2-year College Diploma or University Degree, plus experience working with elementary or secondary age students or individuals with special needs and/or behavioral difficulties
• Effective communication skills and the ability to work cooperatively with others
• A sensitivity to the individual needs of children
• Experience working with children who have Autism and/or behavioral issues is an asset
• Non-Violent Crisis Prevention and Intervention (CPI) and/or Behavior Management Systems (BMS) training and/or Understanding & Managing Aggressive Behavior training is an asset
• Assistive Technology experience with different student software is an asset
• Good knowledge of Google and Gmail software
• Physically fit and have the ability to lift on a daily basis
• Toileting experience
• Must have reliable transportation to attend various schools
• First Aid and CPR certification is an asset

Hours of Work

Up to 7 hours per day, Mon - Fri

Wage

Starting at $28.01 per hour

Application Instructions

Applications must be submitted in either a .pdf or .docx format outlining experience and qualifications. Please forward to the attention of the HRS Staffing Officer, Support Staff. Please quote job file EA-2025-2026-202 Haliburton Supply List.

Requirements

A clear or satisfactory current Vulnerable Sector Check is a mandatory requirement for all Supply positions.

Additional Information

The Trillium Lakelands District School Board would like to thank all respondents. However, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Interviews are conducted on an as-needed basis throughout the school year. Resumes will be retained on file for six months.

Trillium Lakelands District School Board is committed to equitable hiring practices and upholding the values of equity, diversity and inclusion. To assist the Board in reflecting the communities we serve, we encourage and welcome applications from candidates with diverse backgrounds, and/or lived experiences who may be a member of a marginalized group.

The Trillium Lakelands District School Board complies with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). If you require accommodation for a disability during any stage of the recruitment process, please advise the Human Resources Services Department. If you require this information in an accessible format, please contact the TLDSB Communication Service Department at: [e-mail]