Preference will be granted in accordance with the Collective Agreement for CUPE local 1479 to permanent internal candidates.
Temporary employees will have their applications considered prior to external candidates.
Location
Site
FTE
Assignment
Kingston, ON
Holy Cross Catholic Secondary School
0.5 FTE
Long Term Occasional
Effective January 8, 2024, until June 28, 2024
3 hours and 22 minutes per day,
5 days per week
As a team member and under the supervision and guidance of the Principal and direction of the Teacher, the Educational Assistant – Special Education works cooperatively with teachers and other Special Education Staff in providing instructional support, physical needs support, facilitating communication, implementing plans, and fostering educational and social skills of any students with special needs as assigned by the Principal. The Educational Assistant, Special Education will also perform the following duties as defined by the Principal in communication with the teaching staff: contribute to the total care and well-being of the student(s); implement all strategies as directed by the teacher(s) responsible for programming; preparation of program support materials for supported students; assist in supervision and assist in maintaining discipline.
Qualifications
Community College Diploma in Behaviour Science Technology Developmental Service Worker, Child and Youth Worker Social Service Worker or Early Childhood Educator Diploma or Personal Support Worker Diploma or a related field combined with experience working with students with complex needs. Consideration will be given to the equivalent combination of education and experience.
Two to three years of previous experience working with children/adolescents with learning or developmental disabilities in a formal environment.
Excellent verbal skills;
Excellent interpersonal skills;
Capable of working in various settings;
An understanding of school responsibility for learner progress;
Ability to function within an interdisciplinary team and take direction;
Proven ability to deal with confidential information in a discreet manner;
Physical ability to be able to perform the work including possible lifting of children up to 25 kg. (or 55 lb.);
Knowledge of relevant Special Education resource tools;
Willingness to accept technical training as required;
Experience in alternative communication an asset;
Experience In Basic Computer Skills Is An Asset.
The board is seeking candidates who demonstrate the following Core Competencies:
Communication
Innovation
Interpersonal Relations
Leadership
Planning and Organization
Professional Integrity
System Thinking
As a condition of employment, the successful candidate must provide a Criminal Background Check (CBC) with vulnerable sector screening current within six months of date of hire.
While we thank all those who have applied, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
We are committed to inclusive and accessible employment practices. In compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities (A.O.D.A.) the Algonquin and Lakeshore Catholic District School Board welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. We will make the necessary accommodations for applicants with disabilities to support all aspects of the recruitment process. Please contact the Human Resources Department if you require assistance with any accommodations.
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