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Job Title Educational Assistants – Special Education, Long Term Occasional Positions
Job Posting Number CUPE#2526-016-EA.LTO
Eligibility Posted in accordance with article 12.01 (a) of the CUPE Collective Agreement as the anticipated duration of this opportunity is expected to exceed 6 months. Preference will be granted in accordance with the Collective Agreement for CUPE local 1479 to permanent internal candidates. Temporary employees will have their applications considered prior to external candidates.
Hourly Rate $27.06 – $31.13 per hour
Closing Date August 25, 2026, 4:00pm
Position & Assignment Educational Assistant, St. Michael Catholic School, Belleville – 1.0 FTE – Working 6 hours 45 minutes per day, 5 days per week – Effective September 1, 2026, up to June 29, 2026
Educational Assistant, Archbishop O'Sullivan Catholic School, Kingston – 1.0 FTE – Working 6 hours 45 minutes per day, 5 days per week – Effective September 1, 2026, up to June 29, 2026
Educational Assistant, St. Genevieve Catholic School, Kingston – 1.0 FTE – Working 6 hours 45 minutes per day, 5 days per week – Effective September 1, 2026, up to June 29, 2026
Vacancy Type Existing Vacancy
About The ALCDSB The ALCDSB builds faith-filled learning communities where each member is loved, inspired, and successful.
The ALCDSB builds faith-filled learning communities where each member is loved, inspired, and successful.
The Algonquin and Lakeshore Catholic District School Board inspires and nurtures strong communities of faith, engaged communities of learning, and compassionate communities of service.



The ALCDSB builds faith-filled learning communities where each member is loved, inspired, and successful.
Encompassing an area of over 16,000 square kilometers in beautiful eastern Ontario, the Board services more than 12,000 students in 43 schools. For more information about the Board and district, visit
Position Summary Reporting to the school Principal, The Educational Assistant – Special Education provides assistance and supports safety to the student(s) in daily routines, recreational activities and life skills as required and contributes to the total care and wellbeing of the student.
Qualifications College diploma in Behaviour Science Technology, Developmental Service Worker, Child and Youth Worker or Social Service Worker or a diploma in Early Childhood Education or Personal Support Worker Certificate combined with experience working with students with complex needs.
A minimum of 2 years of previous experience working with children/adolescents with learning or developmental disabilities in a formal setting
Excellent verbal skills
Excellent interpersonal skills
Capable of working in various settings
An understanding of school responsibility for learner progress
Ability to function within an interdisciplinary team and take direction
Proven ability to deal with confidential information in a discreet manner
Knowledge of relevant Special Education resource tools
Willingness to accept technical training as required
Experience in alternative communication is an asset
Experience in basic computer skills is an asset
Oral and written English language proficiency is required
What you would bring to the Team The Board is seeking candidates who demonstrate the following core competencies:




Communication Shares and receives information and ideas in a variety of ways and adapts to the needs of the audience to ensure the message is understood.
Innovation Creates, develops and implements new processes or services with the aim of improving the learning community for all.
Interpersonal Relations Displays characteristics and personal attributes that enhance communication and interactions. Establishes and maintains harmonious professional relationships by demonstrating respect and sensitivity to all.
Leadership Motivates groups of people, while maximizing the efforts of others to achieve a common goal.
Planning and Organization Plans, organizes and coordinates time, resources and tools to meet established goals.
Professional Integrity Models strong ethical or moral principles and always follows them, regardless of who is present.
System Thinking Sees, acknowledges and contributes to the shared mission and vision of the Board. Approaches all work done within ALCDSB as being part of a larger system that is inter-related with strategic plans. Understands that work done in one part of ALCDSB impacts a variety of groups inside and outside of the Board.
What We Offer Employee and Family Assistance Program
Staff Wellness resources
Ongoing learning and career growth
Application And Requirements As a condition of employment, the successful candidate must provide a Police Record Check (PRC) with vulnerable sector check (VSC) current within six months of date of hire.
In compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (A.O.D.A.) we will make the necessary accommodations for applicants who require accommodations. Please contact the Human Resources Department by email to make an accommodation request. All information received relating to a candidate's required accommodation will be addressed confidentially by Human Resources.
While we thank all those who have applied, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

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📌 Educational Assistants – Special Education, Long Term Occasional Positions (Ontario)
🏢 Algonquin and Lakeshore Catholic District School Board
📍 Ontario