Educational assistant
Rainy River District School Board based in Fort Frances, ON is inviting applications from suitable candidates for the position of Educational assistant. Rainy River District School Board oversees public education in the Rainy River District. It provides educational programs and services to students from kindergarten to grade 12, ensuring quality learning experiences and academic support. Its commitment to excellence in education strengthens the Rainy River District’s reputation for educational leadership and community engagement. The candidates selected for the vacancy will be required to start the work as soon as possible.
Job Description:
Employer Name: Rainy River District School Board
Position: Educational assistant
No of Vacancies: 1
Salary: $23.83 – $24.40 hourly
Employment Type: Full time
Employee Group: ESP (Educational Support Personnel)
FTE: 0.50
Location: Lake of the Woods, ON – Fort Frances, ON
Hours of work: 16.25 hours per week
Job ID: 2324-132
Requirements:
Languages: Candidates must have knowledge of the English Language
Education: Candidates should have educational qualifications such as a Secondary School diploma or equivalent
Experience: Candidates should have two years experience in a related field
Physical Requirements:
- The candidates should possess the physical ability to perform the essential duties of the job
Other Requirements:
- The candidates should have completed an Educational Assistant Course
- The candidates should demonstrate effective oral and written communication skills
- The candidates must be able to function as a member of the team and should have computer skills
- The candidates should exhibit flexibility to suit varied needs of students (learning, physical, and behavioral needs)
- The candidates should maintain an attitude of respect and sensitivity towards students with varied background abilities, medical needs, behavioral needs, socio-economic, and educational status
Responsibilities:
- The candidates should be able to assist with the delivery of programs to students with identified special needs as determined by the Classroom Teacher, Special Education Resource Teacher, Special Education Coordinator, Speech Language Pathologist, and the Principal
- The candidates should be able to maintain strict confidentiality of students and student records and assist the teacher in implementing and facilitating the Individual Education Plan’s outlined programming accommodations and/or modifications
- The candidates should be able to assist and supervise the design and delivery of daily programs associated with the medical, academic, social, behavioral, and psychomotor development of students with special needs
- The candidates should be able to assist in providing physical care and comfort for each student with special needs, including behavioral support and intervention, lifting and positioning of the student, assisting with mobility aids such as wheelchairs, walkers, lifts, feeding, toileting, and general maintenance exercises
- The candidates should be able to ensure a safe environment through close supervision during arrivals, departures, lunch hour, recesses, and in the classroom for students and should assist in the preparation and operation of instructional materials and equipment
- The candidates should be able to collaborate with school personnel, treatment teams, and other professional staff from community agencies involved with the student
How to apply:
If the position is fit for you and the basic requirements are fulfilled then you can now apply directly to the employer (along with your resume) through the below-mentioned details.
By email
humanresources@rrdsb.com
We thank all the applicants for showing their interest and trust in us, however, only the most eligible candidates will be selected and conducted for further procedure directly from employers, in between no charges/fees or original documents will be asked from any applicant. All the best!