THE KENORA CATHOLIC DISTRICT SCHOOL BOARD

Invites applications for the following 1.0 FTE Long Term Occasional position (s):

Education Assistant (One to One)

At: St. Thomas Aquinas High School

Start Date: As soon as possible

End: No later than June 24, 2022

 

               Overall Responsibilities:

 

• Responsible to act professionally and to support the school’s safe, inclusive and accepting learning environment by being a positive role model at all times
• Responsible for carrying out duties assigned by the Principal, Learning Resource Teacher and Teachers
• Responsible for supporting the needs of a student

  Duties:

• Support the implementation of Individual Education Plans (IEP)
• Collaborate with staff on a regular basis to review students’ programs
• Support student Behaviour Success and Intervention Plans which may include containing the student
• Supervise student in all school-related settings, including field trips
• Track and maintain student data as requested by the Principal, Learning Resource Teacher and Teachers
• Participate in Health and Safety training
• May be required, under the direction of the Principal/Designate, to:
  • Transport student to and from various locations, using either their own vehicle or transportation provided by the Employer
  • accompany student to appointments and school related events
  • act as point of contact with caregivers/guardians/family members
• At the Principal’s discretion perform other duties as required which are considered within the intent and scope of this position as a board employee

  Qualifications:

  Grade 12 diploma or equivalent is required

• Preference will be given to:
  • College diploma in related field (EA, CYW, SSW)
  • Training and/or experience working with students with varying degrees of behavioural, social and emotional needs
  • Knowledge and experience in ABA principles and practices
  • Strong collaboration skills working with a multi-disciplinary team
  • Ability to adapt as required to meet the needs of a diverse school community
  • Computer literacy

Please include with your resume copies of:

 EA, CYW, SSW Diploma or equivalent if attained

• List any additional education and/or experience working with students with varying degrees of special education needs
• Three current professional references

 

Interested candidates are invited to submit a cover letter and resume outlining their top three location preferences, qualifications and experience quoting competition number 2022-36:

 

Mrs. Krista Helsel
Manager of Human Resource Services
Kenora Catholic District School Board
1292 Heenan Place
Kenora, Ontario  P9N 2Y8
Phone:  807 468-9851
Fax:  807 468-8094
Email: hr@kcdsb.on.ca

Please note that at this time applications will only be received online at hr@kcdsb.on.ca or via Apply to Education at: http://kcdsb.simplication.com/

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those individuals granted an interview will be contacted. The Successful Candidate will be required to produce a current satisfactory Vulnerable Sector Check, TB Test prior to commencing in role.

Accommodations for persons with disabilities are available during the recruitment and selection process. Applicants need to make their required accommodations known in advance by contacting the Human Resources Department at 807-468-9851.

Mrs. N. Kurtz                                                                                                   Mrs. T. Gallik
Director of Education                                                                                     Chair