York Region District School Board
Competition # 622 - Learning Assistant
Job Description
Location: Community Daycare Placement (various)Assignment Type: TemporaryFTE: 0.43 - 0.86Assignment Duration: November 17, 2025 - June 26, 2026 Primary Duties: Implement strategies and activities developed by specialists (e.g., speech-language pathologists, occupational therapists, physical therapists, or inclusive learning teachers). Support children’s development in areas such as: Communication and language Social-emotional regulation Fine and gross motor skills Cognitive and early literacy/numeracy skills Independence and self-help skills (e.g., dressing, toileting, transitions) Work closely with consultants, therapists, and the classroom teacher to carry out programming recommendations. Participate in team meetings, progress reviews, and professional development when appropriate. Communicate regularly with the supervising teacher or inclusion coordinator about progress and challenges. Adapt materials or modify activities to meet the child’s needs while keeping them engaged with pee...