1.0 Temporary EA- Woodland Public School

Effective Immediately until the return of the employee

Open to Casual & External Applicants

The Educational Assistant duties of this position are likely to include, but are not limited to, working with students with autism, behavioural exceptionalities, physical and developmental disabilities. The position will involve working as a team member in a special education program, delivering alternative program goals, therapy goals, sensory breaks, toileting support, communication needs, and outings.

Qualifications: Two-year post-secondary certificate or diploma in the social services field Knowledge/Skills Required: Strong Knowledge and understanding of Indigenous culture is required

Understanding of Anishinaabemowin would be an asset

Experience working with a variety of student exceptionalities including but not limited to: medically complex, autism, developmental disabilities and physical disabilities

Knowledge of behavioural prevention and management strategies

Proven ability to implement programs as directed by respective therapists and teachers

Proven ability work collaboratively as a member of a school based problem solving teamRate of Pay : $20.80 per hour Please ensure your have uploaded your applicable Educational Diploma(s) and/or Degree(s) to your Apply to Education Portfolio

All applicants must be legally eligible to work in Canada

The Near North District School Board is committed to supporting an inclusive and accessible environment. Accessibility standards address issues that pose major barriers for people with disabilities (i.e. physical barrier, information or communication barrier, etc.). Please ask us how we may help you by contacting :

Human Resources Department, Near North District School Board

963 Airport Road, PO Box 3110 North Bay, ON P1B 8H1

Phone (705) 472-7015 ext. 5068 - Fax (705) 472-5412