Wiikwemkoong Board of Education

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

POSITION: EDUCATION ASSISTANT
SALARY: $30.73 per /hr
START DATE:  August 31, 2026
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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), behaviourmodification, 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), EarlyChildhood Education diploma, Native Classroom
  • Assistant Program certificate, Education SupportWorker 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 strongassets.
  • Ability to perform physical tasks (e.g. lifting 30 lbs+).

DEADLINE: Ongoing until filled.

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 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 Fax: 705-859-3787

Preference will be given to Indigenous applicants. Self-identification is encouraged.

*Only those selected for an interview will be contacted. *

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