Occasional Educational Assistants - Greater Sudbury, Canada - Toronto Catholic District School Board

Toronto Catholic District School Board

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Greater Sudbury, Canada

1 week ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

OCCASIONAL EDUCATIONAL ASSISTANTS

Long-term Assignments up to one year in length
**Sudbury Catholic Schools proudly continues to strengthen our long-standing tradition of Catholic Education in the City of Greater Sudbury through the unique partnerships that exist between our schools, parishes and parents/guardians.

Educational Assistants (EA) help support educational programs in elementary and secondary schools. They play a vital role in today's classroom. The EAs key role is to support individual students, or groups of students. They work under the guidance of teachers and under the supervision of the Principal.

Required Qualifications/Skills/Abilities

Education / Certification
***- College Diploma in Child and Youth Care Worker (CYW), Developmental Service Worker (DSW), Educational Assistant (EA) or a College Diploma/University Degree in a related field

Certificate of completion for the Ministry of Labour Worker Health and Safety Awareness in 4 Steps training (available online)

Preferred Knowledge
***- Working knowledge of
Personal Health Information Protection Act

Broad knowledge of child and youth development
Broad knowledge of assistive devices
Working knowledge of the IEP, Behaviour Safety Plans and Behaviour Management Plans

Experience Required
***- One year experience in a related field

Skills and Abilities

Excellent communication skills both verbal and written with the ability to communicate in a sensitive, courteous manner with children, parents, staff and the general public
High levels of patience
Excellent problem solving skills
Excellent negotiation and mediation skills
Ability to be sensitive to the needs of students with disabilities, and cultural differences
Ability to be sensitive to the needs of students with exceptionalities
Ability to recognize individual learning styles and the characteristics of learners
High level of attention to confidentiality
Ability to provide attention to detail
Excellent interpersonal skills with proven ability to work as a member of a team
Ability to effectively communicate and relate to people tactfully, diplomatically, and professionally at all times is essential

Physical Requirements
***- Standing and walking for extended periods of time

Assisting students as required (e.g. repetitive bending, assisting children with carrying their belongings, and transferring and positioning students)
Assisting with carrying out treatment programs/individual education plans
Manual dexterity required to use computer and peripherals

Preferred Qualifications/Skills/Abilities
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Behaviour management certification

CPI certification
First Aid Certification & CPR Certification
Experience in a classroom setting would be considered an asset

Salary is $28.40 hourly.

Please note that an acceptable criminal record check, Vulnerable Sector Check, is a condition of employment.

The Sudbury Catholic District School Board is committed to building a diverse and qualified workforce which reflects and serves the needs of its students and its communities, and supports the mission, vision and values of the Board.

All applicants are thanked for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

In accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, personal information is being collected under the authority of the Education Act and will be used for employee recruitment and selection purposes.

For questions about this collection of information, please contact Human Resources Services at

If you require a disability-related accommodation to participate in the recruitment process, or if you have questions about this collection of information, please contact the Human Resources Services at

Thank you for your interest in Sudbury Catholic Schools.

Posted On
April 10, 2023

Closing Date & Time
Ongoing

Job Type
Occasional

Job Category
ECE, EA and Support Staff

Location
Sudbury

Employment Start Date
Start Immediately