EDUCATIONAL ASSISTANT: CLASSROOM ASSISTANT/PHYSICAL CARE

Job summary

Provide classroom assistance and physical care to students at St. Luke School, including students with multiple needs. Support student learning and behavior, using appropriate behavior modification and augmentative communication strategies, and collaborate with the school team.

Job details

APPLY TO EDUCATION POSTING NUMBER 4077270 Nipissing-Parry Sound Catholic District School Board invites applications for the position of: EDUCATIONAL ASSISTANT: CLASSROOM ASSISTANT/PHYSICAL CARE St. Luke School 1.0 FTE Temporary Effective immediately until approx. November 6, 2026 but not to extend beyond June 30, 2027 Mandatory Requirements Two-year post-secondary diploma in a relevant field such as Developmental Service Worker, Youth Worker, Early Childhood Education, or Practical Nursing (formerly RNA diploma). Experience working with students with multiple needs including physical needs, Autism, developmental delays, behavior, and anger management needs. Preference will be given to candidates with direct experience working with children with behavior exceptionalities. Demonstrated ability to work in a team environment. Working knowledge and experience of behavior modification strategies. Knowledge of augmentative communication strategies. Experience using technology and digital tools and resources that support the remote learning environment (e.g., Google Classroom, Google Meet) Excellent interpersonal skills; and Good written and oral communication skills. Preferred Requirements Non-violent crisis intervention training would be an asset French language skills would be considered an asset First Aid training Additional Posting Information Current compensation, in accordance with the applicable collective agreement. Vacancy Status: This posting is for an existing vacancy. Artificial Intelligence: The Board does not use artificial intelligence or automated decision-making tools to screen, assess, or select applicants for this position Qualified applicants who wish to be considered for this position are asked to apply via Apply To Education posting number 4077270 Applications will be received via Apply To Education until 4:30PM on November 5, 2026 Shawn Fitzsimmons Chair Paula Mann Chief Executive Officer For the protection of its students, external candidates are required to submit a satisfactory criminal record, dated within the past six months, as part of their ApplytoEducation application. The Nipissing-Parry Sound Catholic District School Board is committed to diversity and inclusion. Please contact our Human Resources Department via email at or via telephone at 705-472-1201, ext. 31215 prior to the posting's closing date should you require any accommodation during the recruitment process.

What you’ll do

Provide classroom assistance and physical care to students at St. Luke School, including students with multiple needs. Support student learning and behavior, using appropriate behavior modification and augmentative communication strategies, and collaborate with the school team.

Requirements

A two-year post-secondary diploma in a relevant field and experience supporting students with multiple needs are required; direct experience with children with behavioral exceptionalities is preferred. Candidates should demonstrate teamwork, behavior support, augmentative communication, digital learning tool, and communication skills; non-violent crisis intervention training, French language skills, and First Aid are assets.

Listed skills

• Teamwork · Preferred
• Google Classroom · Preferred
• interpersonal skills · Preferred
• written communication · Preferred
• First Aid · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Supporting Students With Multiple Needs
• Physical Care
• Autism Support
• Developmental Delay Support
• Behavior Management
• Anger Management
• Teamwork
• Behavior Modification Strategies
• Augmentative Communication
• Google Classroom
• Google Meet
• Interpersonal Skills
• Written Communication
• Oral Communication
• Non-Violent Crisis Intervention
• First Aid

Job areas

• Education
• Social Services

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