At a Glance
- Tasks: Support students with diverse needs and collaborate with teachers and parents.
- Company: Upper Grand District School Board, dedicated to inclusive education.
- Benefits: Gain valuable experience while making a difference in students' lives.
- Other info: Join a supportive team and enhance your skills in a rewarding environment.
- Why this job: Empower students with complex needs and foster their growth every day.
- Qualifications: Educational Assistant Diploma or equivalent, plus relevant certifications.
Support students with diverse needs as an Educational Assistant at Centennial Hylands Elementary School in a temporary full-time position. Apply empathy and patience daily.
The Upper Grand District School Board seeks an Educational Assistant reporting to the school Principal.
You will support behaviour, safety, medical, and physical needs while working individually or in groups.
The position serves students with complex needs across classroom settings.
Key Responsibilities
- Support students' behaviour, safety, medical, and physical needs
- Work individually and in group settings
- Lift, toilet, position, and transfer children and equipment
- Apply Behaviour Management Systems techniques where required
- Collaborate with teachers, parents, and Administration
Requirements
- Educational Assistant Diploma or equivalent education and experience
- Post-Secondary Degree in a related field
- Valid Behaviour Management Systems certification
- Autism Spectrum Disorder and Lifting/Positioning Training
- Recent experience supporting special needs and behavioural disabilities preferred
Bring flexibility, empathy, and student-support experience to the Upper Grand District School Board's Educational Assistant team.
Educational Assistant Special Needs Support in Shelburne employer: UGDSB International
The Upper Grand District School Board (UGDSB) is an exceptional employer that prioritizes the well-being and professional growth of its staff while fostering a vibrant and inclusive work culture. Located in the beautiful regions of Dufferin, Wellington, and Guelph, UGDSB offers competitive compensation, a defined benefit pension plan, and extensive professional development opportunities, making it an ideal place for educators to thrive and make a meaningful impact on students' lives.
