Description
Non-Union Job Posting
AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAM FACILITATORS
for
Marathon, Geraldton/Longlac
Commencing : February 23, 2026
Program Duration : ongoing
Hourly Rate of Pay : $40.67 per hour
Location: B.A. Parker Public School, Marjorie Mills Public School & Margaret Twomey Public School
Summary:
Based in play and inquiry, the intention of the program is to provide skill building opportunities for children and youth with neurodiverse learning needs from preschool to grade 12. Using a community-based approach that encourages collaboration with agencies, early years centers/hubs, and First Nation communities and/or organizations, the program will focus on the development of emotion regulation, executive functioning, and social/communication skills consistent with evidence-based practices for children with Autism and other neurodiverse learning needs. Facilitators will offer programs either on or off school site and will include a specific “outreach” component for the engagement of families.
Key Responsibilities:
- Run programs within communities once per week at determined schools
- Collaborate with Positive Behaviour System Lead and PBS team to plan the direct program delivery of one-hour sessions, once per week that meets the social, emotional, physical, and spiritual needs of children/youth
- Participate in professional development and training as recommended by the Positive Behaviour System Lead
- Connect with multiple partners, agency professionals, Knowledge Keepers and respected Elders to schedule and organize presentations, supports and materials that are culturally responsive
- Design and develop culturally relevant promotional material for use in the community
- Implement programs that are student led, based in play and inquiry, emphasize student strength/gifts while working on key skill development areas that are important to students and their families
- Design, plan, and facilitate a variety of motivating activities aimed at engaging students in fun, recreational play activities that target individual student social/communication learning objectives
- Respond to the individual needs of children and establish stable and consistent relationships with each child/youth and their families/caregivers
- Liaise sensitivity with parents/guardians on matters concerning their children while maintaining confidentiality
- Ensure that the health and safety needs of the children are met and all health and safety issues are dealt with immediately and appropriately. Ensure correct procedures are followed for administering first aid;
Key Qualifications:
- Post-secondary graduate Child/Youth related field, Early Childhood Educator, Educational Support, Child and Youth Worker, Social Worker, Psychology, Autism and Behavioural Science or equivalent
- Knowledge and experience working with neurodiverse groups of children and youth an asset;
- Knowledge, training and experience in Applied Behaviour Analysis an asset;
- Program planning and facilitation experience an asset;
- Ability to perform the physical requirements of the job including frequent standing, walking, bending, kneeling, crouching or crawling
- Current vulnerable sector check
Applicants MUST include a complete summary of education and work experience. Applicants must also submit the names of three (3) professional references, one of which must be a current or most recent immediate supervisor, along with telephone numbers and email addresses, and a written authorization from the applicant permitting the Board to contact these references. Information from such persons will be gathered in accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection Act.
For Further Information or clarification, please contact
Melissa Bianco, Team Lead, Positive Behaviour Support
mebianco@sgdsb.on.ca
Only applications submitted through Apply to Education will be considered.
Superior-Greenstone District School Board is committed to equity in employment. We provide reasonable accommodation at any point throughout the recruitment process in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and Accessibility for Ontarians with the Disabilities Act. Please contact People and Culture at dnault@sgdsb.on.ca so that appropriate arrangements may be made.
We thank all applicants, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Following the interview process all applications will be destroyed.
