Educational Assistant

Position Type: Daily Occasional

Position Open To: External Applicants Only

Posting Overview:

The Educational Assistant, under the direction of the Principal, will assist in the implementation of pupil programs and services. The Lambton Kent District School Board serves more than 21,000 students in 50 Elementary and 12 Secondary schools across Sarnia-Lambton and Chatham-Kent. Prospective qualified Educational Assistants who are able to work on a daily occasional basis are invited to submit their applications.

Key Responsibilities:

• Must be available to work a minimum of 3-5 days/week.
• Must be available to work 10 months during the school year.
• Must be willing to travel throughout Chatham-Kent and/or Sarnia-Lambton.
• Must be available to work on a daily occasional basis.
• Must be available to work on a last-minute, call-in basis.

Qualifications/Experience:

• Applicants must possess a post secondary diploma in one of the following: CYW, DSW, SSW; or a two-year diploma in an Educational Assistant Program.

Other relevant qualifications include:

• ECE diploma with special education experience (proof of membership with the Ontario College of Early Childhood Educators required).
• PSW diploma with additional related experience may be considered.
• Other related education and experience may be considered.

Other Key Skills & Knowledge:

• Experience working with physically disabled, developmentally disabled, multiple exceptionalities & medically fragile, behavior, speech & language, learning disabled, mildly intellectually disabled, autistic.
• Supervising and implementing daily routines.
• Implementing teacher-designed and supervised instructional programs.
• The ability to meet the physical demands of the job including attending to the physical care/needs of the student(s).
• Communicating effectively with teachers and students.
• Working effectively as part of the school team.

Compensation:

• Daily Supply Rate: $23.44
• LTO Rate (20 consecutive days in the same vacancy): $29.30/hour

Application Instructions:

Applications will only be accepted through our online process until 4:00 p.m. on the posting closing date. Applicants should include a cover letter and resume. Inquiries can be directed to Human Resources at 519-336-1500 Ext. 31322.

All applicants will receive a confirmation email. If you do not receive one, please contact Apply to Education directly prior to the deadline date and time.

The Lambton Kent District School Board is committed to supporting inclusive and equitable learning and work environments for all. We welcome applications from candidates with diverse backgrounds and lived experiences as a member of a marginalized group.

The LKDSB is committed to providing barrier-free and accessible employment practices in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (A.O.D.A.). Necessary accommodations for applicants with disabilities will be made to support participation in the recruitment process.