Kathryn (Kate) Jackson
St. Catharines
Summary
To obtain a permanent System Educational Assistant position with the Hamilton-Wentworth District School Board, where I can continue utilizing my extensive experience supporting students with complex behavioural, social-emotional, communication, and personal care needs to promote student success and inclusion.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
EDUCATIONAL ASSISTANT
Hamilton Wentworth District School Board
01.2025 - Current
- Provided intensive 1:1 support for a student identified as a high elopement risk, resulting in no elopement incidents since assuming responsibility in October 2025
- Developed in-depth knowledge of all student IEPs, Safety Intervention Plans (SIPs), and Behaviour Support Plans (BSPs), implementing individualized supports consistently and effectively
- Supported six students in ASD (AUB) System Classroom, addressing complex behavioural, communication, social-emotional, academic, and personal care needs to foster individual growth
- Assisted students with academic programming, emotional regulation, communication, feeding, toileting, and social skill development, enhancing overall learning experiences
- Facilitated development of a more regulated classroom environment, promoting academic, behavioural, and social-emotional growth among students throughout the school year
PROGRAM LEADER
Umbrella Family and Child Centres of Hamilton
01.2017 - 01.2025
- On-site Program Leader for HWDSB licensed extended day program for children aged 4-12 years
- Led, coached, and cultivated a work environment of collaboration and teamwork, with attention to detail and a high level of multitasking ability
- Managed daily operations ensuring all human resource and childcare policies/procedures were applied consistently and in an equitable manner
- Completed administrative duties using Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Database, Ontario Child Care Management Systems, fee Schedules, waitlists and registration procedures in a timely and efficient manner
- Comprehensive knowledge and experience implementing How Does Learning Happen (HDLH), Tools for Life, Early Learning for Every Child Today (ELECT) and the Child Care and Early Years Act
- Assisted parents in acquiring community-based resources and support services for behavioural, medical and mental health intervention and supports
- Provided a high quality of care to children in a supportive and empathetic approach
- (Extended Day Care-Before and After School)
SECURE FACILITY/RESIDENTIAL SUPPORT WORKER
Niagara Support Services
01.2014 - 01.2016
- Encouraged, educated and assisted individuals with household, community and personal responsibilities
- Maintained, strengthened, collaborated and promoted healthy choices and relationships with family members, health care providers and community partners
- Developed, implemented, and evaluated individualized programming and supports
- Dispensed medication following guidelines
- De-escalated challenging behaviours using the Safety Care model for behavioural safety
- (Adult Services)
CHILDREN'S RESIDENTIAL SUPPORT WORKER
Community Living, Grimsby, Lincoln, West Lincoln
01.2008 - 01.2015
- Supported children who have an intellectual disability/dual diagnosis and who required intense behavioural and medical supports
- Served as a role model/provider regarding grooming, feeding, hygiene, social skills and communication
- Facilitated and fostered positive relationships between the children supported and their family members
- Administered, recorded and reported daily medications, PRNs and gastrostomy tube medications and feeds as per physician orders and healthcare guidelines
- Incorporated the use of various assistive devices for mobility, speech, hearing and development.
- Participated in the development and implementation of individualized behavioural support plans, goals and procedures taking a person-centred approach
- (Boys Home)
DAY TREATMENT/HIGH RISK CHILD AND YOUTH WORKER
Hatts Off Specialized Services
01.2002 - 01.2008
- Implemented and collaborated on individualized treatment programs addressing school, home, and community challenges, enhancing academic remediation and life skills training
- Implemented and collaborated individually designed treatment programs for school, home and community-based difficulties, individual academic remediation, and life skills training
- Managed caseload and conducted behavioural assessments to inform tailored interventions
- Supported HWDSB Section 20 teacher in daily classroom and community activities, ensuring alignment with educational and developmental goals
- Supported youth in Section 23 classroom setting
Education
CHILD DEVELOPMENT PRACTITIONER APPRENTICESHIP -
Mohawk College
Hamilton, ONChild and Youth Worker (CYW) Advanced Diploma - Counselling Certificate
Niagara College
Welland, ONHealth Sciences Certificate -
Niagara College
Welland, ONSkills
- IEP development
- IEP implementation
- Behavioral interventions
- Behavior planning
- Behavioral support
- Special education
- Autism support
- Learning disabilities support
- Tiered support
- Classroom management
- Curriculum implementation
- Instructional methods
- Classroom activities
- Skill building
- Progress tracking
- Educational support
- Early childhood education
- Parent involvement
- Teacher support
- Team collaboration
- Clear communication
- Communication skills
- Conflict resolution
- Observation skills
- Motivational strategies
- Behavioral interventions
- Autism spectrum
- Special education support
- After-school programs
- Communication skills
Timeline
EDUCATIONAL ASSISTANT
Hamilton Wentworth District School Board
01.2025 - Current
PROGRAM LEADER
Umbrella Family and Child Centres of Hamilton
01.2017 - 01.2025
SECURE FACILITY/RESIDENTIAL SUPPORT WORKER
Niagara Support Services
01.2014 - 01.2016
CHILDREN'S RESIDENTIAL SUPPORT WORKER
Community Living, Grimsby, Lincoln, West Lincoln
01.2008 - 01.2015
DAY TREATMENT/HIGH RISK CHILD AND YOUTH WORKER
Hatts Off Specialized Services
01.2002 - 01.2008
CHILD DEVELOPMENT PRACTITIONER APPRENTICESHIP -
Mohawk College
Child and Youth Worker (CYW) Advanced Diploma - Counselling Certificate
Niagara College
Health Sciences Certificate -
Niagara College