educational assistant
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Permanent Educational Assistants September
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September 05, 2024
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Limestone District School Board
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THE LIMESTONE DISTRICT SCHOOL BOARD<p>PERMANENT EDUCATIONAL ASSISTANTS <p>10 MONTHS PER YEAR 33.35 HOURS/WEEK<p>EFFECTIVE: 2024/2025 School Year<p>HOURLY RATE OF PAY: $26.32 - $28.14 PLUS A COMPETITIVE BENEFIT PACKAGEAt Limestone District School Board, we pride ourselves on working with our educators, support staff, students, parents, trustees, and community partners in a team-oriented environment. We are committed to the success of every student and every employee, and it is therefore our goal to improve achievement, to promote equity and inclusion, maintain work-life balance, and enhance engagement. We offer our employees a comprehensive total reward package that retains the very best! We are proud to be a community leader and take pride in representing Kingston and the surrounding area as one of the best employers. To this end, we are seeking applicants that will represent our Board, the Boards Strategic Direction, and community with the same values we share.<p>The Limestone District School Board is situated on the traditional territories of the Anishinaabe and Haudenosaunee. Located on the shores of Lake Ontario, the Limestone District School Board serves more than 20,000 students in 55 schools and 5 education centres covering a geographic area of 7,719 square kilometres across the City of Kingston, the Townships of Central Frontenac, North Frontenac, South Frontenac, Addington Highlands, Loyalist, Stone Mills, the Frontenac Islands and the Town of Greater Napanee.<p>Position Overview <p>Working as part of a team, you will provide a range of support services to help support students achieve their academic, social, physical, and personal potential. This role requires a commitment to foster success for all through equity of hope, opportunity, and positive outcome. You will work with a diverse group of students with intensive needs in five core areas, including: behavioural supports, physical and personal care supports, life skills and experiences, communication, and academic support with the goal of promoting health and wellness, safety, engagement, participation, and success at school.<p>Qualifications Community College Diploma such as Child and Youth Worker, Behavioural Science Technology, Developmental Service Worker, Early Childhood Education, Community and Justice Services, or Social Service Worker or other equivalent post-secondary education <p> Casual Educational Assistants who do not have the above qualifications but who have been working consistently with the Board for multiple years are also eligible to applyKnowledge, Skills & Abilities A passion for learning and supporting all students <p> Demonstrated experience fostering effective relationships with all students <p> Demonstrated ability and experience successfully supporting students with significant behaviour challenges, including application of appropriate de-escalation strategies and physical restraints, as required <p> Thorough knowledge and understanding of child development with sensitivity to the needs of students. <p> A commitment to equity, inclusion, and culturally responsive learning environments <p> A growth mindset, with the ability to be flexible and adapt to evolving learning environments <p> Ability to work independently as well as part of a multidisciplinary team to liaise with administration, teachers, parents and other professionals supporting student achievement and well-being.<p> Excellent interpersonal, communication, conflict resolution and problem-solving skills.<p> Strong organizational skills. <p> Resilience, optimism, and self-efficacyHow to Apply <p> If you are energized by a career where you will have the opportunity to make a positive impact in the life of a child and you can see yourself in Limestone. Packages must be submitted by 12:00 noon on Monday, Sep
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LocationKingston, ON
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Workplace information
On site
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SalaryNot available
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Terms of employment
Permanent employmentFull time
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Starts as soon as possible
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1 vacancy
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Advertised until
2024-11-04
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