Special Assignment Assistant
St. Bernard
CUPE 2357 (10 month, Level 4B)
*If you are a current OCSB employee, you must use your OCSB ATE account to apply to this vacancy.*
The OCSB is currently seeking Special Assignment Assistants. The possible work addresses for this position can be found in our .
Why Work With The Ottawa Catholic School Board: The OCSB proudly serves over 50,000 students across 90+ work locations. We offer an education that respects all faiths' universal values and is grounded in Catholic principles. We foster innovation to inspire Deep Learning so that all can realize their full potential. We offer a collaborative work environment, fulfilling careers, and the opportunity to make a difference in our students' lives.
The OCSB is committed to equitable hiring, employment and promotion practices and is dedicated to an inclusive workforce that reflects the diversity of our students and our communities. The OCSB is actively seeking applications from Indigenous peoples, Black and racialized people, persons with disabilities, people from gender diverse communities and/or people with intersectional identities, as well as individuals who can contribute to continuous diversification of ideas.
The Ottawa Catholic School Board acknowledges that the land on which our schools are located is the traditional unceded territory of the Algonquin Anishnabek Peoples. We extend our respect to all First Nations, Inuit and Métis Peoples for their valuable past and present contributions to this land.
Job Description:
Under the instructional supervision of the teacher, the Special Assignment Assistant is responsible for:
providing individual instruction and assistance to an assigned student within the Developmental Educational Program;
implementing individualized programming for an assigned student which responds to the student’s physical, emotional and hygienic needs and provides input to program modification;
acts as a team member within the classroom and assists with activities in any area which may directly assist the assigned student or may contribute to the Program as a whole;
and performs other duties, as assigned by the supervisor.
Note: Because of the individualized approach to programming, the duties of the Special Assignment Assistants may be different; however, the nature and intent of the position is such that responsibilities will be comparable.
Required Qualifications, Experience, Knowledge and Skills:
Secondary School diploma;
a two-year Community college diploma in a related field (ex. DSW, CYC, SSW);
First Aid and CPR training;
two years of related experience;
effective interpersonal and communication skills (especially with children), and initiative
individuals who possess an equivalent combination of education and experience may also be considered.
This is a term position with an anticipated start date of September 1, 2026 to June 24, 2027, with an annual salary range of approximately $48,782 – $52,246.
How to Apply: All applications for the position must be submitted through the ApplytoEducation (ATE) platform by 5:00 pm on July 29, 2026 . If you are currently an OCSB Employee, please submit your application via your OCSB ATE account. Failure to complete this information may impact your eligibility to be considered.
Interviews: We thank all applicants in advance for their interest; however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Candidates are encouraged to check spam and junk mail boxes often for Board correspondence.
Reference Policy: We value your privacy. References will only be contacted if you are selected to move forward in the hiring process.
If you are not currently an OCSB employee, you will be required to provide an appropriate, original Vulnerable Sector Police Record Check dated within the last six months before you can commence employment.
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For assistance with ApplytoEducation, please contact ATE directly at or by phone at 1-877-900-5627.
AI may be utilized throughout the selection and recruitment process.
Pursuant to the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), if you require accommodations at any time throughout the application process, please contact the Human Resources Department via email at OR prior to the posting closing date so that appropriate arrangements can be made.
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