EDUCATIONAL ASSISTANT - 1.00 FTE,

Permanent Position

at St. Charles School, Chelmsford

Educational Assistants are valuable members of the school team, playing a crucial role in fostering equitable and inclusive classrooms and school environments. They support student strengths, address needs, and promote overall well-being, and encourage and nurture student independence.

Educational Assistants are assigned to schools primarily to support students who have intensive and/or complex needs based on Health/Medical, Adaptive Functioning, Communication and Behaviour/Safety.

Required Qualifications/Skills/Abilities

Education/Certification

College Diploma in Child and Youth Care Worker (CYW), Developmental Service Worker (DSW), Educational Assistant (EA) or a College Diploma/University Degree in a related field.

Required Knowledge

Working knowledge of Personal Health Information Protection Act Broad knowledge of child and youth development Broad knowledge of assistive devices Working knowledge of the Individual Education Plan, Behaviour and Medical Safety Plans and Behaviour Management Plans

Skills And Abilities

Excellent communication skills both verbal and written High levels of patience, compassion and resilience Excellent problem-solving skills Excellent negotiation and mediation skills Ability to be responsive to the needs of students with exceptionalities High level of confidentiality Proficient in the use of word processing software, Internet and email Excellent interpersonal skills with proven ability to work as a member of a team Ability to effectively communicate and relate to people tactfully, diplomatically, and professionally is essential

Physical Requirements

Standing and walking for extended periods of time Assisting students as required (e.g. repetitive bending, assisting children with carrying their belongings, and transferring and positioning students) Manual dexterity required to use computer and peripherals

Preferred Qualifications/Skills/Abilities

Behaviour Management Systems (BMS) certification First Aid Certification & CPR Certification Experience in a classroom setting would be considered an asset

For more information on this opportunity and working for Sudbury Catholic Schools, please click for the fully detailed job description and visit . Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply. All applicants are thanked for their interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted. This job posting is for an existing position vacancy.

As part of its commitment to equity, diversity and inclusivity, the Sudbury Catholic District School Board is committed to building a diverse and qualified workforce which reflects and serves the needs of its students and its communities, and supports the mission, vision and values of the Board.

In accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, personal information is being collected under the authority of the Education Act and will be used for employee recruitment and selection purposes. For questions about this collection of information please contact Human Resources Services at (705) 673-5620.

Thank you for your interest in Sudbury Catholic Schools.