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Creating Futures, Leading and Learning for All We are currently accepting applications Academic Instructional Assistant. Under the supervision of the Principal/Vice Principal and the direction of the classroom teacher inclusive of special education, co-op and/or guidance teacher, the Academic Instructional Assistant supports teachers with assessment by monitoring, tracking, and recording day school lessons, digital lessons, correspondence lessons and PLAR lessons. The Academic Instructional Assistant also provides ongoing feedback (through lesson assessments, observations and interactions with learners) to the classroom teacher or continuing education teacher who is responsible for the summative evaluation of the learners. The Instructional Assistant must be flexible, collaborative and work as a team of educators.

This position is covered under the UCDSB/CUPE collective agreement. For more information on employment information such as entitlements, pay, staffing, job protection, union security and dues information under the agreement please click here to view it on our external website.

Qualifications and Experience:

Possesses a university degree in the required discipline.

Related employment or volunteer experience in teaching, youth counseling or social work is an asset.

An Adult Education Certificate would be considered an asset.

Current behavioural management system (BMS) training (or equivalent) is preferred.

An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered

Application: Your completed application on Apply to Education must include the following: Cover Letter

Resume

Updated Applicant Profile

Complete responses to job related questionsYou may also wish to attach relevant diplomas, certifications, reference letters, etc. relevant to your application.

References: UCDSB requires your current and two most recent direct supervisors.

If your experience is in a day-to-day occasional capacity ensure that you list the length of time that you worked for that Supervisor and whether the assignment was casual day-to-day or in a long-term occasional capacity.

The UCDSB does not accept colleagues or personal references.

Selection Process: Applicants selected for an interview will be invited to attend a virtual live interview via Microsoft Teams. Interviews typically include a panel of two (2) Hiring Managers.

The UCDSB selection process includes a review of required qualifications, interview and assessment process, and reference checks. All employment offers are conditional on candidates providing a valid criminal record check for the vulnerable sector.

The Upper Canada District School Board (UCDSB) is committed to equity in employment. As an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to establishing a qualified workforce that is reflective of the diverse population we serve. The UCDSB is committed to providing accommodations [for people with disabilities]. If you require an accommodation, we will work with you to meet your needs. This would be facilitated upon receiving an interview and would be done by contacting Human Resources at AskUCHR@ucdsb.on.ca