Educational Assistant (EA) (Long-Term Assignment or Daily Occasional)

at  The Avon Maitland District School Board

(DAILY OCCASIONAL)

Hours of Work : Call-in basis, Monday-Friday from September to June
Rate of Pay: Daily Rate: $23.28 per hour + vacation pay
Long-term Assignment Rate : $25.56 per hour + vacation pay
Permanent Rate: $25.56-$28.26 + pension and benefits
Start Date: As soon as possible
Avon Maitland District School Board (AMDSB) provides first class education to students and families throughout Huron and Perth Counties. We aim to engage, inspire, and innovate, in all that we do! We are always learning! Our work is guided by a Strategic Plan and highlights 3 main areas of focus that enable our students and staff to say: I am prepared. I am well. I am engaged.
Our vision is to engage , inspire , innovate , because we are always learning .
Are you looking for a rewarding career opportunity supporting children and youth in an educational setting?
The Avon Maitland District School Board is a fully inclusive school district seeking individuals who are passionate about supporting students with special needs and providing positive learning environments inside our schools.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Educational Assistant Diploma and/or experience deemed equivalent by the Board
• Post-Secondary Degree/Diploma in a related field of study (Child Youth Worker, Developmental Service Worker, Social Service Worker)
• Experience in working with students with special needs and behavioural disabilities is strongly preferred and school-based experience is considered an asset
• Flexibility, patience, empathy and the ability to work closely with students with complex needs, classroom teacher, and Administration
• Candidates must be capable of performing the essential physical duties of the position, such as running/walking on uneven ground, lifting, positioning and transferring children and equipment and utilizing Behaviour Management System techniques where required
• Access to a reliable method of transportation and ability to attend specific schools
• Availability to accept assignments on a casual basis during the day and with short notice.

THE AMDSB IS COMMITTED TO EQUITY IN EMPLOYMENT AND EQUITABLE HIRING PRACTICES THAT ALLOW US TO ENGAGE QUALIFIED STAFF WHO REFLECT DIVERSITY. WE WILL MAKE ANY REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION, BASED ON ANY OF THE HUMAN RIGHTS PROTECTED GROUNDS, TO SUPPORT CANDIDATES TO PARTICIPATE IN THE HIRING PROCESS, UPON REQUEST.

Dr. Graham Shantz
Director of Education
Posted On
January 06, 2025
Closing Date & Time
Ongoing
Job Type
Occasional
Job Category
ECE, EA and Support Staff
Job Open To
Teachers, Principals & Superintendents, Management & Professionals
City
Seaforth
School/Location
Multiple locations
Salary
$23.28
Employment Start Date
Start Immediately

Mandatory Document

• Resume
• Cover Letter

Educational assistants support students with many diverse needs. This work provides support for the behaviour, safety, medical and physical needs of a student. Duties may include lifting, toileting, positioning and transferring children and equipment and application of Behaviour Management Systems (BMS) (training provided). Educational assistants support students both individually and/or in a group setting.
Availability to accept assignments on a casual basis during the day and with short notice.