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Position: Education AssistantHours of Work: Full-Time (1.0 fte) at 32.5 hours per weekLocation: Open Roads Public SchoolRate of Pay: $26.14/hr (unqualified) & $29.14/hr (qualified)Union Affiliation: OSSTF-ESPBUStart Date: ImmediatelyGROW YOUR CAREER WITH KPDSBAs one of the areas largest employers, Keewatin-Patricia District School Board (KPDSB) is situated in beautiful Northwestern Ontario. KPDSB serves the educational needs of approximately 5,000 students within 17 elementary and 6 secondary schools in the communities of Kenora, Sioux Narrows, Vermilion Bay, Ear Falls, Red Lake, Dryden, Sioux Lookout, Ignace, Pickle Lake, Savant Lake, and Upsala.Come to KPDSB to experience the refreshing lakes, sandy beaches, breathtaking northern lights, and the welcoming tight-knit communities. Stay to experience a progressive career path with an employer that is dedicated to providing a positive working environment, along with competitive compensation and benefits.Additional information regarding the Board is available on the Boards web site at .POSITION SUMMARYYou will assist designated students with activities of a special program, planning and preparing materials and activities, providing observation and assessment data, record keeping, care and assistance, medically necessary interventions (i.e. catheterization, suctioning), and other related duties as may be assigned by the Principal or to work under the direction of the school Principal and classroom teacher, assisting the teacher with activities and such other related duties as may be assigned by the Principal.WORKING CONDITIONSIncumbent works in a classroom environment with frequent interruptions and varying noise levels. Moderate physical effort normally required including routine walking, sitting or standing. Occasional heavy effort may be required in lifting, transporting, toileting or restraining students. Constant hearing/speech communication is necessary as is frequent visual concentration. Fine motor activities are required i.e. keyboarding, scribing, etc.QUALIFICATIONSYou have an Ontario High School Diploma or equivalent, as well as one of the following: Diploma in Teacher Aide Program, Child Care Worker Program, Developmental Services Worker Program, Children's Services Program, Early Childhood Education Program, Ontario Teacher Certification, or an equivalent diploma or certificate program as determined by the Board. Behaviour Management System (BMS) training is preferred. Placement in this position will be for the 2026/2027 school year only and is subject to the following: the continued attendance of the pupil(s) involved, the continued need for an assistant, and any program changes deemed necessary by the Board. The Board reserves the right to assign personnel to positions. This position will require a satisfactory Vulnerable Sector Check (VSC) or a Criminal Record and Judicial Matters Check (CRJMC) at the employee’s expense upon hire, and every five years subsequently. APPLICATION & SELECTION PROCESS Three professional references must be submitted with your application, including at least one from a recent supervisor, along with explicit permission to contact them. References available upon request will not be accepted. Please upload your references directly to your ATE application or portfolio, and include them in your resume, attention Samantha Hager, Human Resources Officer. The Board thanks all applicants for indicating their interest in this position, however, only those selected for a personal interview will be contacted.KPDSB is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from members of groups with historical and/or current barriers to equitable outcomes including, but not limited to: First Nations, Métis, and Inuit peoples, and all other Indigenous peoples; members of groups that commonly experience discrimination due to race, ancestry, colour, or place of origin; persons with visible and/or invisible (physical and/or mental) disabilitiesConfidential Information provided by applicants will be used for the purposes of this competition only and will be protected in accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. The board is committed to creating an accessible and inclusive workplace. We are committed to providing barrier-free and accessible employment practices in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Applicants requiring accommodation are encouraged to advise Human Resources throughout any stage of the recruitment process.