Temp Educational Assistants (Supply)2024

St. Clement's School; Windsor; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution is seeking dedicated Temporary Educational Assistants to support students with exceptional needs. This role emphasizes creating a positive and safe learning environment for vulnerable children, ensuring they achieve their full potential. Ideal candidates will have relevant educational qualifications, experience with special needs children, and the ability to collaborate effectively in a team. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a significant impact in the lives of students while working within a supportive framework that values diversity and inclusion.

Qualifications

• Must have a secondary school diploma and a related Community College Diploma.
• 1-2 years of experience with special needs children preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support students with exceptional needs in a safe learning environment.
• Work on an on-call basis throughout Windsor-Essex County.

Skills

Collaboration

Physical tasks (lifting, transferring)

Confidentiality

Education

Secondary School Diploma

Community College Diploma (Child & Youth Care, Educational Assistant, etc.)

Tools

First Aid Certification

CPR Training

Job description

Educational Assistants (Supply)

The Windsor-Essex Catholic District School Board (WECDSB) invites applications for the role of Temporary Educational Assistant. The Educational Assistant is responsible for supporting students with exceptional needs within our Elementary and Secondary schools, focusing on the success of our most vulnerable by creating positive, welcoming, and safe learning environments where every child can achieve success. Candidates must be available to work on an on-call basis Monday to Friday throughout Windsor-Essex County.

Applicants must possess:

a secondary school diploma and a two-year or three-year Community College Diploma in one of the following: Child & Youth Care, Educational Assistant, Developmental Services Worker, Educational Support Worker, Autism and Behavioural Science, or equivalent.

Preference will be given to those applicants who also possess:

• 1-2 years of related experience with school-aged special needs children
• Ability to perform physical tasks including lifting, transferring, toileting, and diapering procedures as required
• Current Behaviour Management Systems, First Aid, and CPR training is an asset
• Proven ability to work collaboratively within a team setting
• An understanding and commitment to confidentiality
• An awareness and appreciation of Catholic Education and the Board’s Mission Statement
• A valid driver’s license is required

Applications must include the following in order to be considered for an interview:

• Cover letter, Resume
• A copy of your diploma and any additional certificates

We thank all applicants in advance for their interest; however, only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

The WECDSB adheres to equitable hiring, employment, and promotion practices and is committed to an inclusive workforce that reflects the diversity of our students.

Accommodations for disabilities will be provided upon request to support participation in all aspects of the application process.

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July 4, 2024