Classroom Assistant, LD Program, On-Call Supply, Milton

Job ID: 249232  |  Competition #: PDSB26-143
Organization: Ministry of Education – Provincial and Demonstration Schools Branch
City: Milton  |  Language: English
Job term: 2 Temporary On-call/supply positions (to work on an as-needed basis), duration up to 9 months
Job code: U0114 – Classroom Assistant
Salary: $24.61 – $27.14 per hour (as per the OPSEU Collective Agreement)
Apply by: Wednesday, September 23, 2026 11:59 pm EDT

The Trillium Demonstration School, Ministry of Education, is committed to providing a safe place where students, families and staff find support to learn, grow and discover. At our Demonstration Schools, we provide a specialized student lodging program for students with severe learning disabilities whose education needs cannot be met in their local school boards. The schools are known for being forward-thinking and technologically advanced.

About the job

• Work with students with severe learning disabilities;
• Work in a multi-disciplinary setting;
• Assist teachers in providing individual and group programs to children with severe learning disabilities;
• Support and assist students with unique learning needs;
• Support students within the classroom in completion of assigned work, including work access through technology;
• Assist teachers in program preparation and materials.

Mandatory requirements

• Community College certificate and/or equivalent training, education and working experience in a child-related field;
• Current certification in CPR and First Aid.

Skills and qualifications

• Demonstrated experience working with students who have learning disabilities, and who may have motivation and self-esteem needs;
• Demonstrated experience implementing academic and prescribed behaviour management programs in the classroom;
• Knowledge of education terms and strategies as they relate to students with behavioural and educational exceptionalities;
• Knowledge of child/adolescent development and an understanding of caring for children and teenagers with learning disabilities;
• Strong computer skills and experience with classroom learning technology, assistive technology and personal devices;
• Ability to communicate effectively with students, parents, staff members and other professionals;
• Knowledge of relevant legislation, policies, procedures, guidelines and practices that address student care, well-being and safety;
• Excellent analytical, problem solving and observation skills to identify students’ needs;
• Ability to be an active participant in a multi-disciplinary team;
• Demonstrated ability to be flexible, manage change and effectively deal with stress.

Additional information: 2 English Temporary – Irregular On-Call, duration up to 9 months, 347 Ontario St S, Milton, Central Region, Vulnerable Sector Check. Compensation group: Ontario Public Service Employees Union. Work hours: Schedule 4. Posted on: Wednesday, September 9, 2026.

How to apply: Send your application to PSBjobs@ontario.ca and quote Competition # PDSB26-143. Be sure to quote the Job ID number for this position. Your cover letter and resume combined should not exceed five (5) pages.