Educational Assistant - Permanent FT - Sacred Heart School, Paris (1.0FTE)

PERMANENT EDUCATIONAL ASSISTANT Full-Time - 35 Hours Per Week -10 Month Position (1.0 FTE) Start Date: September 23, 2024; Duration: Permanent Qualifications Successful completion of a post secondary educational assistant program (normally one year), or equivalent, plus a minimum of one year experience working with children; Relevant additional training is an asset; Ability and willingness to perform required physical tasks, including toileting and lifting; A positive and empathetic attitude towards students; Ability to maintain discretion with confidential information; Ability to function independently within the framework of a team; Basic knowledge in the use of computer software. Duties/Responsibilities Assist in the delivery of a prescribed program with special needs students in both individual and group settings. This includes: Aid the children in the transition from home to school; Act as a liaison between students and the teacher; Act as a facilitator by attending meetings, when required, and taking appropriate notes; Assist the teacher in the delivery of lessons or projects for special needs students by creating and designing crafts, charts and teaching materials under the direction of the teacher; Assist the teacher in implementing the Individualized Education Plan for special needs students; Assist the teacher in observing and reporting to the teacher on the students' behaviour, academic, motor and social development, including preparing written reports and maintaining student communication log; Assist the teacher in the behaviour management of students, including conflict management, crisis intervention and de-escalation of student behaviour; Assist special needs students with feeding as required; Assist special needs students with washroom facilities, toileting and change soiled and wet clothing when required; Maintain routines and rules in the classroom; Help plan and implement field trips for special needs students, when required; Participate in general school duties, including assisting the teacher in student supervision; Provide support in the classroom to teacher and pupils as directed. This includes general classroom tasks such as making copies, setting up displays, preparing materials, cleaning up after lessons, ordering supplies, and setting up VCRs, and CD players; Other related duties as assigned. Applications must include: Cover letter; Resume; Proof of successful completion of a post-secondary educational assistant program. Preference is given to individuals in the casual Educational Assistant pool for all temporary and permanent Educational Assistant positions. About Us: As a Catholic Learning Community, the Brant Haldimand Norfolk Catholic District School Board provides faith formation and academic excellence, which enables our graduates to live a life of love and service in Christ. The Board currently employs over 1500 permanent staff and approximately 350 casual and occasional staff. Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Statement The Brant Haldimand Norfolk Catholic District School Board believes in giving each and every applicant an equal opportunity to succeed on their own merit. We strive to hire staff that reflect and support the diverse perspectives, experiences and needs of our students and our communities. Accessibility and Accommodation Statement We also recognize our duty to accommodate and to foster a culture of inclusion. If you require accommodation for reasons of disability in the application or interview process, please email your request to [email protected] in advance of any part of the process. All information received relating to a candidate’s required accommodation will be addressed confidentially by Human Resource Services. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those considered for an interview will be contacted. Rick PetrellaChair of the Board Michael McDonaldDirector of Education & Secretary BRANT HALDIMAND NORFOLK CATHOLIC DISTRICT SCHOOL BOARD Excellence in Learning ~ Living in Christ322 Fairview Drive, P.O. Box 217, Brantford, ON N3T 5M8T: 519-756-6369 E: [email protected] #J-18808-Ljbffr