Job Description
Educational Assistant - Temporary
We are inviting applications for a Temporary Educational Assistant at St. Michael Catholic Secondary School, Stratford.
The Educational Assistant supports students to positively impact their faith development, well- being, and education. The Educational Assistant assists students while fostering and enhancing an inclusive learning environment. Responsibilities of this position include providing support to students for their academic, behaviour, safety, medical and physical needs. Educational assistants support students both individually and/or in a group setting. This position reports to the school Principal and works with the Special Education Resource Teacher (SERT) and classroom teacher. This temporary position will be available on April 14, 2026 until June 27, 2026, 35 hours per week, at St. Michael Catholic Secondary School in Stratford, Ontario. The rate of pay is $25.65 per hour plus vacation pay.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Provide educational support in compliance with pertinent education-related legislation, standards, regulations and policies, health and safety legislation and regulations, as well as the Board's policies, administrative practices and procedures, and philosophy of inclusion.
Support and implement strategies to promote positive school climates that contribute to a safe, caring, and faith-based educational setting.
Assist with the inclusion of students in all classroom and school activities.
Increase access and reduce barriers that students may encounter throughout their school day to accommodate the student's strengths and needs.
At the discretion of the principal/vice-principal or designate, collaborate with members of the School and/or System Team team by providing input in the development and revision of the Individual Education Plans (IEPs)/behaviour/safety plans of students.
Support the implementation of components of the IEP/behaviour/safety plan under the direction of the teacher and/or principal/vice-principal or designate based on individual student's strengths and needs.
Promote the development of independence in students; including assisting in the creation of social stories, learning materials, visuals, schedules, reinforcement systems, etc.
Assist students in attaining essential social and job-related skills.
Assist students with personal care needs in consultation with the School and/or System Team, specialists, care providers and family members.
Assist students with lifting, positioning, and transferring utilizing predetermined/required equipment in consultation with the School and/or System Team and/or specialists.
Assist with implementation of strategies to support students in the appropriate use of assistive technologies and communication aids.
Monitor, collect (e.g. observation), record and communicate data related to the student's behaviour, performance, and progress as determined by the principal/vice-principal or designate and in collaboration with members of the School and/or System Team team.
Participate in projects/initiatives that contributes to a positive and faith-based educational experience
Promote and model positive and pro-social behaviour in all aspects of their role with students, supervisors, members of the School and/or System Team, community partners, and members of the student's family and/or guardians.
Act in a manner consistent with the professional requirements related to all aspects of their work.
We are inviting applications for a Temporary Educational Assistant at St. Michael Catholic Secondary School, Stratford.
The Educational Assistant supports students to positively impact their faith development, well- being, and education. The Educational Assistant assists students while fostering and enhancing an inclusive learning environment. Responsibilities of this position include providing support to students for their academic, behaviour, safety, medical and physical needs. Educational assistants support students both individually and/or in a group setting. This position reports to the school Principal and works with the Special Education Resource Teacher (SERT) and classroom teacher. This temporary position will be available on April 14, 2026 until June 27, 2026, 35 hours per week, at St. Michael Catholic Secondary School in Stratford, Ontario. The rate of pay is $25.65 per hour plus vacation pay.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Provide educational support in compliance with pertinent education-related legislation, standards, regulations and policies, health and safety legislation and regulations, as well as the Board's policies, administrative practices and procedures, and philosophy of inclusion.
Support and implement strategies to promote positive school climates that contribute to a safe, caring, and faith-based educational setting.
Assist with the inclusion of students in all classroom and school activities.
Increase access and reduce barriers that students may encounter throughout their school day to accommodate the student's strengths and needs.
At the discretion of the principal/vice-principal or designate, collaborate with members of the School and/or System Team team by providing input in the development and revision of the Individual Education Plans (IEPs)/behaviour/safety plans of students.
Support the implementation of components of the IEP/behaviour/safety plan under the direction of the teacher and/or principal/vice-principal or designate based on individual student's strengths and needs.
Promote the development of independence in students; including assisting in the creation of social stories, learning materials, visuals, schedules, reinforcement systems, etc.
Assist students in attaining essential social and job-related skills.
Assist students with personal care needs in consultation with the School and/or System Team, specialists, care providers and family members.
Assist students with lifting, positioning, and transferring utilizing predetermined/required equipment in consultation with the School and/or System Team and/or specialists.
Assist with implementation of strategies to support students in the appropriate use of assistive technologies and communication aids.
Monitor, collect (e.g. observation), record and communicate data related to the student's behaviour, performance, and progress as determined by the principal/vice-principal or designate and in collaboration with members of the School and/or System Team team.
Participate in projects/initiatives that contributes to a positive and faith-based educational experience
Promote and model positive and pro-social behaviour in all aspects of their role with students, supervisors, members of the School and/or System Team, community partners, and members of the student's family and/or guardians.
Act in a manner consistent with the professional requirements related to all aspects of their work.
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Temporary Educational Assistant position is now open for candidates interested in the Education Jobs sector. This role in Stratford offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Education Jobs is a plus.