• Full Time
  • On-Site
  • 30.73$/hour CAD / Year

Wiikwemkoong Board of Education

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

POSITION: Education Assistant
SALARY: $30.73 per /hour
START DATE: Immediately

The Education Assistant works under the supervision of the Classroom Teacher and the direction of the School Principal to support the delivery of individualized education plans, promote student well-being, and contribute to a positive learning environment.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Support program delivery in collaboration with Special Education and Classroom Teachers
  • Assist in integrating and implementing Individual Education Plans (IEPs)
  • Maintain daily logs of student progress and communicate regularly with parents/guardians
  • Contribute to diagnostic evaluations and participate in school activities and professional development
  • Support students in developing social skills, daily routines, and physical functions
  • Provide one-on-one assistance to students with physical disabilities
  • Implement therapy programs (speech/language, physiotherapy, occupational therapy), behaviour modification, and life skills programs
  • Assist with overall Special Education needs as required.

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Completion of one of the following (or willingness to begin): Developmental Services Worker (DSW), Early Childhood Education diploma, Native Classroom Assistant
  • Program certificate, Education Support Worker diploma
  • Knowledge of Discipline and Behaviour Theories.
  • Demonstrated interest and ability in supporting children with special needs.
  • Experience in childcare, classroom self-regulation, and social-emotional practices is an asset
  • Experience working with Anishinabek learners in a culturally diverse community is an asset.
  • Familiarity with restorative and neuro-diverse students will be an asset.
  • Fluency in Anishinaabemowin language and knowledge of Anishinaabe culture and heritage are strong assets.
  • Ability to perform physical tasks (e.g. lifting 30 lbs+).
  • Must provide a cover letter, resume, and 3 work-related references.
  • A current original vulnerable/criminal reference check is required upon offer of employment.

CLOSING: September 15, 2026 @ 2:00 p.m.

Interested applicants are invited to submit a cover letter, resume, and three current work-related references. A
current Criminal Reference Check with Vulnerable Sector screening will be required upon offer of employment.

DIRECT APPLICATIONS TO: “Education Assistant”
Wiikwemkoong Board of Education
34 Henry Street
Wikwemikong, ON P0P 2J0
Email: applications@wbe-education.ca
Tel: 705-859-3834
Preference will be given to Indigenous applicants. Self-identification is encouraged.

To apply for this job email your details to applications@wbe-education.ca