Support students with exceptional needs as an Educational Assistant at Ottawa-Carleton District School Board, using autism experience and assistive technology. This term assignment works 17.5 hours weekly, from 8:00 to 11:30.

Under the Principal’s direction, you will support students with Autism Spectrum Disorder, developmental disabilities, learning disabilities, and speech or language issues. You will collaborate with teaching and qualified staff in regular classroom support within the general population. The work includes academic support, special programs, physiotherapy exercises, and assistance for deaf, hard of hearing, or visually impaired students.

Key Responsibilities:

- Support students with exceptional needs in classroom settings
- Implement special programs and provide academic support




- Assist with physiotherapy exercises, stretches, toileting, and lifting
- Support pool programs, yard duties, and communication needs
- Observe, record, and chart behaviour data

Requirements:

- Community college diploma in DSW, CYW, or equivalent
- One to two years’ related experience with school-aged children
- Autism experience and behaviour modification skills
- Non-Violent Crisis Intervention, TCI, or BMS training
- Assistive technology and computer skills

Apply your autism support, crisis intervention, and collaborative problem-solving skills as an Educational Assistant serving OCDSB students.

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📌 Educational Assistant Autism Support (Ottawa)
🏢 Ottawa-Carleton District School Board (OCDSB)
📍 Ottawa