Support students with exceptional needs as an Educational Assistant at the Ottawa-Carleton District School Board in a 50% term assignment. Apply autism experience and team-oriented problem solving during afternoon school hours.

Under the Principal's direction, this Educational Assistant supports students within a regular classroom and the broader school team. The assignment runs 17.5 hours weekly, from 12:30 to 4:00PM. Responsibilities include supporting students with Autism Spectrum Disorder, developmental disabilities, learning disabilities, and speech or language issues. Work may involve special programs, academic support, assistive technology, and behaviour data.

Key Responsibilities

- Support students with Autism Spectrum Disorder and developmental disabilities
- Modify programs and support learning for identified student needs




- Implement special programs and provide academic support
- Observe, record, and chart behaviour data
- Assist with yard duties, toileting, lifting, or pool duties

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

Bring autism support, behaviour management, and flexible collaboration skills to the OCDSB's Educational Assistant assignment serving students.

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