There is a permanent full-time (1.0) opening for an Educational Assistant :
The locations with openings are :
Avon Public School
Central Perth Elementary School
Elma Township Public School
Exeter Elementary School
Goderich Public School
Hamlet Public School
Listowel Eastdale Public School
Little Falls Public School
Maitland River Elementary School
Milverton Public School
Mornington Central Public School
North Perth Westfield Elementary School
North Woods Elementary School
Shakespeare public School
Sprucedale Public School
Stratford Intermediate School
Upper Thames Elementary School
F. E. Madill Secondary School
Stratford District Secondary School
South Huron District High School
St. Marys DCVI
Depending upon school / program needs, duties will vary from site to site and may include :
Physical and behaviourial supports in self-contained, integrated or resource-withdrawal settings. Flexibility is required as assignments may vary from working with students who may require varying degrees of physical, behavioural and / or academic support.
The assignment may change from one setting to another as the school needs change; and,
other duties as required.
The ideal candidates will possess :
- The ability to perform the essential physical duties of the position, including but not limited to, lifting, toileting and transferring students and supporting associated mobility equipment;
- Proven successful experience in providing consistent daily support for students with behavioural, physical and developmental supports;
- Expertise implementing effective behaviour management strategies and the ability to be flexible to support students with multiple needs;
- Demonstrated ability to work positively and cooperatively as part of the school team;
- The ability to organize, prioritize and multi-task in a busy environment;
- Good oral and written communication skills;
- Excellent interpersonal and professional skills;
- Understanding and commitment to confidentiality;
- Minimum one year college level certificate or diploma in the educational assistant or related field, and equivalent experience; and,
- Current BMS certification.
Rate of Pay : Level 4 of ESSP Collective Agreement
Hours of Work : 35 Hours per week, 10 months per year
Pension Plan : Defined pension plan through the
Health & Dental Benefits : Extended and Supplementary Health, Paramedical Services, Dental, including Orthodontics, Out of Province / Country and Health Care Spending Account
Start Date : September 2, 2024
Interested applicants are requested to apply through and include three supervisory references by 4 : 00 pm on Friday July 5, 2024.