Education Support Worker

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  • CompanyAamjiwnaang First Nation
  • Job TypeEducation
  • Required ExperienceExperience in dealing with children/you
  • Job TypeContract
  • Education / CredentialsPost-Secondary education in the following areas: DSW, CYW, SSW, AUTISM
  • ResumeRequired
  • Cover LetterRequired
  • Application Deadline09/17/2025

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Job Description

Position Title: Education Support Worker

Location: Sarnia, ON

Duration: Contract to January 2026

Posting Closes/Deadline: September 17, 2025

Tentative Interview Date(s): September 24, 2025

Purpose of the Position:

Education Support Workers promote a sense of belonging and support to Aamjiwnaang students during their school day. Working collaboratively with teachers and school administrators, the Education Support Workers assist students to achieve academic milestones and promote student engagement and well-being. Provide advocacy support for students and liaison with schools and families for Indigenous Education programs and services.

Responsibilities:

  • Work individually and in small groups in classrooms and around the school
  • Assist classroom teacher to support learning strategies based on assessments and recommendations from student success teams.
  • Provide support for student transitions
  • Effectively communicate with school-based teams to promote student success.
  • Monitor and collect data on student progress as directed.
  • Respond to student needs as directed.

Other:

  • Other duties as assigned.

 

Experience and Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

  • Post-Secondary education in the following areas: DSW, CYW, SSW, AUTISM
  • First Aid & CPR Training;
  • Non-Violent Crisis Intervention Training is an asset or a willingness to take training
  • Experience in dealing with children/youth.
  • Sensitivity to work & communicate effectively with students, parents, community members and external groups;

How to Apply

Other Considerations:

In accordance with Section 16 Special Programs of the Canadian Human Rights Act, preference will be given to Aamjiwnaang Band Members with relevant education/experience (R.S.C 1985, c. H-6, s16 (1-3).

Application Process:

If you are interested in this opportunity, kindly forward your resume and cover letter via mail, email, or fax to:

Aamjiwnaang First Nation

978 Tashmoo Avenue

Sarnia, ON N7T 7H5

Attention: Ashley Fisher, Human Resources Officer

or

[email protected]

or

519-336-0382 fax