Job Order Detail

Description

Educational Assistants provide a range of support services that help students to achieve their academic, social, physical and personal potential. Educational Assistants assist students with intensive needs in five key areas, providing personal care, life skills and experiences, academic support, communication, and behavioural support as required by students and directed by teachers, to promote engagement, participation and success in school.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Excellent interpersonal skills to effectively and collaboratively work as part of a team and engage with a wide range of children with behavioural, cognitive and physical challenges.
Ability to interact positively with students, staff and parents in a team environment.
Excellent problem-solving skills to be responsive to students needs.
Written communication skills through documentation and record keeping, as well as clear and professional verbal interactions.
Ability to be flexible with assignment duties based on student and school needs.
Ability to manage confidential material and maintain staff and student privacy.

Qualifications:
Grade 12 or equivalent.
Educational Assistant Certificate or Diploma is an asset.
First Aid, CPR and AED training is an asset.
Specialized training in supporting students with differing abilities is an asset.
Non-Violent Crisis Intervention training (will be provided as required).
Transfer, Lift and Repositioning training (will be provided as required).

Working Conditions:
As per CUPE Agreement
Monday to Friday; 8:50 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
The position may be split into two (2) 50% positions, depending on the availability of the candidates.
Commencing as soon as possible
Salary Range: $22.02- $25.75 per hour
Ability to lift 30 pounds (14 kg)
Ability to work in a variety of environments and positions