Educational Assistant

Job Title: Educational Assistant

Location: Toronto, Ontario

Employer: Ficus Education Inc.

Job Type: Full-time, 30 hours/week, 6 hours/day, from Monday to Friday

Salary: 34.5/hour

Start Date: ASAP

Job Description:

Ficus Education Inc. is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Educational Assistant to join our team. The successful candidate will support students and assist teachers with instructional and non-instructional tasks, contributing to a positive and inclusive learning environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist students with integration into the classroom and school setting.
• Provide individual or small group support to students with assignments, reinforcing learning concepts under the supervision of the classroom teacher.
• Support students with special needs using techniques such as sign language, braille, and remedial programs.
• Monitor and report student progress to the classroom teacher.
• Accompany and supervise students during activities in school gymnasiums, laboratories, libraries, resource centres, and on field trips.
• Assist teachers in operating projectors, tape recorders, and other audio-visual or electronic equipment.
• Perform duties in the school library or office as assigned by the school principal.
• Monitor students during recess, lunch hours, or throughout the school day.

Qualifications:

• Completion of secondary school is required.
• Completion of a 10-month college program in teaching assistance, educational assistance, or a related social science field is usually required.
• Specialized training and experience are required for assisting students with special needs.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.
• First Aid and CPR certification is an asset.

Application Process:

Interested candidates are invited to submit their resume and a cover letter detailing their qualifications and experience to tina.xu@ficusedu.com. Please include "Educational Assistant Application" in the subject line.

Ficus Education Inc. is committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible environment. We are dedicated to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the community in which we live, including those with disabilities. If you require an accommodation during the recruitment process, please let us know, and we will work with you to meet your needs.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.