Description
Posting #: EA-2024-303
Location: Muskoka Area, ON
We are actively seeking qualified individuals for our Supply Educational Assistant List to fill daily absence and long term temporary positions. Under the direction of the School Principal and Classroom Teacher or Resource Teacher, the Educational Assistant will assist in the education, care, and supervision of students. This care could include lifting, toileting, dealing with medically fragile students, and aggressive behaviors.
Qualifications Required:
Child and Youth Worker Diploma, D.S.W., E.C.E. or E.A. Diploma OR a 2 year College Diploma or University Degree, plus experience working with elementary or secondary age students or individuals with special needs and/or behavioral difficulties
Effective communication skills and the ability to work cooperatively with others
A sensitivity to the individual needs of children
Experience working with children who have Autism and/or behavioral issues is an asset
Non Violent Crisis Prevention and Intervention (CPI) and/or Behavior Management Systems (BMS) training and/or Understanding & Managing Aggressive Behavior training is an asset
Assistive Technology experience with different student software is an asset
Good knowledge of Google and Gmail software
Physically fit and have the ability to lift on a daily basis
Toileting experience
Must have reliable transportation to attend various schools
First Aid and C.P.R. certification is an asset
Hours of Work: Up to 7 hours per day, Mon - Fri
Wage Rate: Starting at $26.01 per hour
Applications (in either a .pdf or .docx format) outlining experience and qualifications should be forwarded to the Human Resources Services Staffing Officer, Support Staff at the Lindsay Education Centre, please quote job file #EA-2024-303 - Muskoka Supply List
The Trillium Lakelands District School Board would like to thank all respondents. However, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Interviews are conducted on an as-needed basis throughout the school year. Resumes will be retained on file for six months.
Trillium Lakelands District School Board is committed to equitable hiring practices and upholding the values of equity, diversity and inclusion. To assist the Board in reflecting the communities we serve, we encourage and welcome applications from candidates with diverse backgrounds, and/or lived experiences who may be a member of a marginalized group.
The Trillium Lakelands District School Board complies with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). If you require accommodation for a disability during any stage of the recruitment process, please advise the Human Resources Services Department.
