THE OPPORTUNITY

The UGDSB is seeking dynamic individuals to join our team in the capacity of Emergency Educational Assistant. Under the direction of the Principal/Vice-Principal, this position in the absence of an unfilled Educational Assistant vacancy, will support students with many diverse needs, ensuring a safe and secure environment at all times.
Work Locations:
All geographical areas of the Board including North Wellington, Centre Wellington, East Wellington, Guelph, Orangeville, Dufferin County and Shelburne.
Applicants will be able to select the school location(s) and/or geographic areas where they are interested in working.
Rate of Pay:
$30.92 per hour (wage rate effective September 1, 2025), plus applicable vacation pay, in accordance with the Employment Standards Act

Experience and Qualifications:

• Successful completion of Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) or equivalent is required
• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Candidates must be capable of performing the essential physical duties of the role, such as lifting, positioning and transferring children and equipment and utilizing BMS techniques where required;
• Preference will be given to candidates with a proven ability and recent school- based experience in working with students with special needs and behavioural disabilities
• Prior experience (paid or volunteer) working with school aged children considered to be an asset.
• Ability to communicate in a sensitive, courteous manner
• Current First Aid and CPR certification is an asset.
• Ability to work as a team player
• Demonstrated commitment to working in a diverse school community and/or work environment
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality and privacy of student information.
• Access to a reliable method of transportation and ability to attend specific school

• Work with 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.
• Work with students both individually and/or in a group setting.
• Flexibility, patience, empathy and the ability to work closely with students with complex needs, classroom teacher and Administration
• Ability to function independently within the framework of a team
• Other duties as assigned

Experience and Qualifications:

• Successful completion of Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) or equivalent is required
• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Candidates must be capable of performing the essential physical duties of the role, such as lifting, positioning and transferring children and equipment and utilizing BMS techniques where required;
• Preference will be given to candidates with a proven ability and recent school- based experience in working with students with special needs and behavioural disabilities
• Prior experience (paid or volunteer) working with school aged children considered to be an asset.
• Ability to communicate in a sensitive, courteous manner
• Current First Aid and CPR certification is an asset.
• Ability to work as a team player
• Demonstrated commitment to working in a diverse school community and/or work environment
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality and privacy of student information.
• Access to a reliable method of transportation and ability to attend specific schools