1.0 Permanent Educational Assistant - Congregate Classroom

The successful candidate will be responsible for working with students with communication disabilities and/or a diagnosis of Autism in a congregate classroom setting. The Educational Assistant, as a professional and integral member of the school team, is responsible for providing support to students with attendant care and safety needs in the congregate classroom, in collaboration with the Special Education Resource Teacher.

This position works 33.83 hours per week; schedule to be determined by the Principal.

Required Skills And Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years' experience working with school-aged children with a diagnosis of Autism or other communication disorder identifications.
• Training in crisis management and de-escalation strategies (such as Behaviour Management Systems Training).
• Demonstrated positive communication skills and ability to effectively work as part of a collaborative team.
• Ability to support youth to ...