CUPE 2331 Supply Educational Assistant 2024-2025

YORK CATHOLIC DISTRICT SCHOOL BOARD

Invites Applications For The Position Of

CUPE 2331 Supply Educational Assistant

$ 36.00 per hour

Position Summary
Under the direction and supervision of the School Principal, the Supply Educational Assistant is assigned to assist teachers in a class or classrooms where a special need has been identified to support students in their learning by implementing specific programs as directed by the teacher. Educational Assistants do not independently plan, modify, evaluate lessons, or report on the progress of the students.

Major Responsibilities

1. Work closely with the staff in providing guidance, emotional support and encouragement to all students, in accordance with the Boards philosophy on mainstreaming.
2. Provide opportunities for student success in fostering self-esteem, promoting positive peer and adult interaction and social skills.
3. Implement modified programs to allow students to develop meaningful skills within the school and the community.
4. Carry out specific programs in language, behaviour management and physical management as established by the teacher and/or specialist.
5. Prepare materials in preparation for programs as required by the teachers.
6. Assist the student(s) in the provision of personal and medical care, (e.g., dressing, toileting, hygiene, transfers, feeding).
7. Assist in supervision of students as outlined in the CUPE 2331 collective agreement.
8. Accompany and support students in the community during work placements and excursions.

Qualifications:
Education

1. High school graduation plus a 2-year post-secondary education in fields related to development of children and special education (ie. Educational Assistant Diploma, Child & Youth Worker Diploma)

Experience

1. A minimum of six months of experience is required.
2. Experience working with children and young adults who have special needs.

Skills And Competencies

1. Good communication skills.
2. Should be versatile and a team player.
3. Training in First Aid and in Non-Violent Crisis Prevention is an asset.
4. BMS certified is an asset.
5. ASD knowledge.
6. Ability to attend to the physical needs of students.

Commitment to Equity
YCDSB is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing an environment of diversity and employment equity and is dedicated to creating a workplace culture of inclusiveness that reflects the diverse communities that we serve.

Accessibility
The Board is committed to creating an accessible and inclusive workplace. We are committed to providing barrier-free and accessible employment practices in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Should you require Code-protected accommodation through any stage of the recruitment process, please make them known when contacted and we will work with you to meet your needs. Disability-related accommodation during the application process is available upon request.

Diversity and Inclusion
Consistent with the YCDSBs commitment to fostering a diverse workforce, we especially welcome applications from individuals who would contribute to the further diversification of our staff, including but not limited to, those who are members of groups protected by the Human Rights Code. You are invited to voluntarily indicate if you identify as such a person. This information will be kept confidential.

Enhanced Police Information Check (E-PIC)
As a condition of employment with the York Catholic District School Board, successful candidates will be required to submit an Enhanced Police Information Check (E-PIC) through Sterling Backcheck prior to commencing employment with the Board (valid if issued within the last 12 months).

Mission Statement
With Jesus Christ as our model, we provide all students with a Catholic education rooted in equity, well-being and learning.

Vision Statement
A recognized leader in Catholic education committed to inclusion, excellence and innovation that develops socially responsible global citizens.

Catholic Education Centre
320 Bloomington Road West, Aurora, Ontario L4G 0M1 - (905) 713-1211

John De Faveri
Director of Education