FTE Educational Assistant

Position: 2627-15 - 1.0 FTE Educational Assistant
THE NORTHWEST CATHOLIC DISTRICT SCHOOL BOARD

The Northwest Catholic District School Board is committed to equitable, inclusive and accessible employment practices.

Accommodations are available upon request throughout the recruitment process.

This position is for an existing vacancy ⊠ This posting is for a newly created position □

Date of Posting:
August 20, 2026 Reposted:
August 31, 2026

JOB POSTING

1.0 FTE Educational Assistant

St. Mary School

Posting Number: 2627-15

Applicant Group: CUPE Members & External applicants

Hours of work: 30 hours/week

Start Date/Duration:
August 31, 2026

Hourly Rate of Pay: $30.76 per hour, as per Schedule "A" of CUPE collective agreement (September 1, 2025)

Qualifications/Requirements:

• See attached position description.

Salary/Benefits:

• In accordance with the current CUPE collective agreement.

• We also offer a comprehensive and generous benefit package, including personal leave, vacation (dependent on position) and enrollment into the Ontario Municipal Employees Retirement System (OMERS) pension plan.

Application Process:

Internal applicants are required to:

• Submit an internal application form (G-01-12). For reference purposes, the Principal will be contacting each

applicant's current and if applicable, former supervisor(s).

External applicants are required to:

• Complete the Board's employment application (G-01-10) and submit it along with a cover letter, resume and three

(3) professional references.

Please submit completed application package to the Human Resources Department at . Notes:

• This position will be advertised until filled.

• Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

"TNCDSB Schools of Hope provide all students a safe, respectful and inclusive Catholic education. Together, with home,

church and community, we will prepare students to become active, caring, lifelong learners." Kathy Bryck, Board Chair Jackie Robinson, Chief Executive Officer

Position Description Page 1 Educational Assistant

THE NORTHWEST CATHOLIC DISTRICT SCHOOL BOARD

POSITION DESCRIPTION

EDUCATIONAL ASSISTANT

Title:

Educational Assistant

Reports to:

Principal

Supervises:
Not applicable

Location:

As assigned

Position Identification:
School Support

Position Summary:

In accordance with the Board Special Education Plan, assists designated students with activities of a special program, including modification and preparation of materials and activities. Provides observation

and assessment data, record keeping, care and assistance, as well as medical necessary interventions (e.g. catheterization, suctioning) and physical assistance where necessary.

Position Responsibilities:

Under the direct supervision of the Principal, the incumbent also takes direction from classroom and

special education teachers. The incumbent works in partnership within the school as a whole, interacting with other staff members of the school, students and volunteers in order to support student needs in a

meaningful way and exchange information. The Educational Assistant must be an excellent communicator with the ability to apply a variety of

communication techniques. The ability to follow oral and written directions, multi-task, maintain confidential information and organize work time effectively is required. The Educational Assistant is

required to have a good understanding of managing and preventing aggressive behaviours. The Educational Assistant must have excellent supervisory skills. Good problem solving and judgement skills are also required. The incumbent must be able to exercise sound, independent judgment and discretion

when carrying out the requirements of the job. The Educational Assistant must be flexible in order to

accommodate the changing needs and schedules of students. A good understanding of school policies,

procedures and emergency plans is required. The Educational Assistant is required to work with safety in mind at all times. The incumbent is required to participate in Board professional development when required.

Position Description Page 2 Educational Assistant

Position Duties:
• Assist the classroom teacher(s) and other educational support staff to modify and implement

programs to meet the specific needs of the…