Educational Support Specialist

Oakwood Academy is currently looking for a qualified Educational Support Specialist.

As an Educational Support Specialist, you will:

• Provide direct support to one or more students during both instructional and non-instructional times in a small classroom setting;
• Support implementation of structured programs to allow students to develop meaningful academic and social skills within the school and community;
• Develop, observe, track and monitor individual student goals as per their Individual Education Plan (IEP);
• Respond to and deliver strategies to support self-regulation and/or crisis situations by following individual student safety plans, as required;
• Support specific programs in language (e.g., augmentative and alternative communication systems), motor skills and social-emotional learning, as required;
• Where applicable, support and assist student(s) with daily living, and/or physical routines (e.g., dressing, hygiene, etc.);
• Prepare developmentally appropriate materials to support program implementation;
• Work collaboratively with the classroom team and multidisciplinary professionals to support the goals outlined in students’ Individual Education Plans (IEPs);
• Complete progress reports and ongoing documentation related to student learning and development;
• Attend family and team meetings;
• Assist in supervising students during classroom activities, recesses, lunch, arrival and departure;
• Collaborate with clinical team (OT, SLP, PT, BCBA, Psychologist);
• Participate in professional development as related to the DIR/Floortime Model;
• Complete any additional duties as assigned

Position Requirements:

ECE, CYW, PSW, OCT or Psychology degree.
2+ years experience in field of special education (specifically ASD).
Knowledge or certification in the DIR Model is considered an asset.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work in a team and independently.

We thank all applicants for applying. Only those selected will be contacted.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $24.00-$31.00 per hour

Education:

• Bachelor's Degree (preferred)

Work Location: In person