JOB SUMMARY:

Oneida Nation of the Thames is a First Nations Settlement located near the City of London, Ontario. Standing Stone School offers FDK through Grade 6 programming for approximately 190 students.
Reporting to the Principal of Standing Stone School, the Educational Assistant will provide one-on-one or group educational, socio-emotional, or mental health supports. The Educational Assistant will also assist in application of specialized environments and learning strategies for those students requiring varying levels of additional support.
All assignments are based on student needs, including daily supervision schedules. Educational Assistant positions may rotate through the school to meet the needs of students in multiple groupings and in a variety of grade levels.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• A College Diploma in Early Childhood Education, Educational Assistant, Child and Youth Care, Developmental Services, Social Services, or a related program; or
• A University Degree in Child Development, Sociology, Psychology, or a related discipline.
• Significant related work experience and/or specialized training specific to the needs of the identified student(s), such as sign language, applied behaviour analysis, or Indigenous land-based learning strategies.
• Must be able to perform the essential physical duties of the position which may include toileting, lifting, transferring and personal care.

REQUIREMENTS PRIOR TO STARTING EMPLOYMENT:

• The must submit a recent Vulnerable Sector Check (completed within a 30-day timeframe), at their own expense.
• The must submit a copy of applicable educational qualifications (certificates, diplomas, degrees, etc.).

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