speech language pathologist

social worker

facilitator

youth worker

psychometrics specialist

Hamilton-Wentworth Catholic District School Board

A typical day at work would be preparing the classroom, Supervision of students, toileting  and assisting  Special Needs Children with school work and dressing.
In my position as a EA, I have learned that Special Needs children need instruction to be broken down in small tasks. If given many tasks at one given time they will be unable to process those tasks, and become flustered. If the children are distracted, it is important to use visual cues and to be creative. Positive encouragement is vital in their learning.
The workplace culture for me depends on how my relationship is with the staff. If they are welcoming, understanding and supportive, my job performance,  and my disability, my mindset will be positive and I will want to push myself to do more. I will do my best to ask questions on how I can improve myself. This makes a big difference in how staff and I can work together. I try not to let it bother me.
The hardest part of the job has been gaining full time employment. I believe my disability has been a factor in this process. My disability does not define who I am. I am capable of anything, even if it will take me longer to complete a task. I will follow through with a task until it is completed 100%. I am determined to be successful, and I will!
The most enjoyable part of the job for me is how rewarding it is to wake up each day knowing that I am making a difference in the children's lives, whether it is a smile, a high five, a picture any simple gesture. When my kids are grown, I dream they will see me and remember "That was my teacher and because of her I am successful!"

Positives:
St. Luke's Elementary School offers a warm and nurturing environment conducive to learning. The teachers are dedicated and passionate about their work, fostering a supportive atmosphere for students. The curriculum is well-rounded, including a variety of extracurricular activities that enrich the educational experience. The school's emphasis on values and character development is commendable, helping students grow both academically and personally.

Negatives:
One downside to placement at St. Luke's Elementary School is it is unpaid, which may be a consideration for some going into school for ece. This lack of financial compensation for placements throughout school could pose a challenge for those seeking financial assistance or support during the placement period.

This school board is a good employer to work for and it is well managed. My colleagues especially the other ocasional teachers are very helpful. The most enjoyable part of the job is interacting with the students and seeing them move forward as they learn. Meanwhile the hardest part of the job is dealing with students who do not want to learn and cause problems in class. My overall experience has been positive and I have learned a great deal about people, teaching and learning.

Great to work with students and staff in a dynamic, but challenging environment. Able to partner with various professionals; social worker, speech and language, behaviour therapists and community partners like Lynwood Charlton to provide best support for students.

Working for the board comes with a lot of the challenges you would see in other industries, it just comes off differently. Admin can be hit and miss when things are going wrong, if you are casual and don't have the union to lean on it can be extremely challenging. But the work is so rewarding at the end of the day. Working with the children makes each day unique. Never a dull moment.

The hardest part of this job is the understaffing and the constant stress of working with children who have a lot of needs without the resources to do so in the physical demands and violence and my job from students

Started day at beginning of school time and was consistently working tutoring 14-15 children  a day. It was fast paced and a little stressful. 
It went well overall. 
I enjoyed the small group work and helping others.

Ii have been teaching for 28 years and can retire this spring.  I am interested in part time work.  Working in a Catholic environment allows me to proclaim my faith and I still Catholic values.

I enjoy all the new staff I get to meet at each school. I also enjoy all the different students I get to help make a difference in their lives. I enjoy the variety of all the different schools I supply at.

The HWCDSB is an excellent place to work.  It offers an opportunity to follow a fulfilling career path that can positively impact others.  Maintaining a healthy Work-Life balance can be a concern.

Top Job Titles	Average salary
Speech language pathologist 9 salaries reported	$96,583 per year
Social worker 2 salaries reported	$92,224 per year
Facilitator 2 salaries reported	$79,730 per year
Youth worker 2 salaries reported	$35.10 per hour
Psychometrics specialist 3 salaries reported	$93,389 per year

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