Education Assistant

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Under the general direction of the classroom teacher and the supervision of the school principal, the Education Assistant works with a wide variety of students with diverse abilities. These include but are not limited to Autism Spectrum Disorder, Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder, diverse cognitive abilities, chronic health conditions both physical and mental, trauma, and complex challenging behaviours. Education assistants support students with complex diverse abilities through physical and personal care in the classroom, school, and community settings, including life and social skills development, personal care, physical assistance, academic assistance, and positive behaviour support.

They are expected to be familiar with IEP goals and provide necessary documentation. Responsibilities include assisting with IEP implementation and following staff response plans to ensure a safe school environment.

Temporary until June 25, 2026.

32.9 hours per week when school is in session for students.

As per CUPE agreement $28.64 per hour.

• Successful completion of a one-year Education Assistant Program certificate from a recognized, accredited institute.
• If not included in the one-year certificate, a current autism course of no less than 25 hours.
• Minimum of 180 hours of supervised practicum by an accredited institute in a school setting.

• Communicate effectively, orally and in writing.
• Support students in an inclusive setting.
• Serve as a role model for students.
• Be calm, empathetic and compassionate towards students.
• Solve problems related to the position.
• Work with disagreeable and/or hostile conditions occasionally.
• Assist teachers in adapting and modifying academic programmes of students.
• Be flexible and adaptable to student needs.
• Be motivated and work interdependently.
• Perform the physical requirements of the job.
• Observe and document objectively for student files.

• Participate in the implementation of supports outlined in the Inclusive Education Plan (IEP).
• Assist students with effective strategies for personal, social and intellectual competencies.
• Reinforce the educational programme by adapting classroom materials to meet the needs of students.
• Assist in planning and acquisition of life and social skills aimed at reinforcing positive behaviours, including through work and recreational experiences.
• Monitor and reinforce behaviour for students displaying moderate behaviour issues.
• Provide input to the IEP and student progress reports, and perform record‑keeping functions, including student learning and behaviour data collection.
• Provide personal care assistance such as toileting, feeding, diapering, and dressing; and physical assistance such as wheelchair manoeuvring, positioning, lifting, transferring and motor skill development exercises with the medical training provided.
• Implement the healthcare plan for students with chronic health conditions, such as administering medication, catheterization, monitoring seizure activity, gastrostomy procedures, with necessary medical training provided.
• Assist and take appropriate action for accidents and other potentially serious situations with the necessary medical training.
• Assist with educational support programmes such as speech practice and occupational practice, and assist students using specialised equipment such as electronic devices, personal communicators, and wheelchairs.
• Assist with supervision of the general student population; supervise assigned students with specific support needs in and out of the classroom and in the community, including activities in school gymnasiums, swimming, laboratories, libraries, elective classes and on‑field trips.
• Attend meetings and accompany students on field trips as requested.
• Engage in continued professional development related to the role.
• Communicate positively and effectively, and interact as a collaborative and consultative team member.
• Understand and act in accordance with school and district policies and procedures, District Health & Safety Manual and WorkSafeBC regulations.
• Maintain confidentiality.
• Assist students in the development of core competencies as outlined in the BC Curriculum.
• Perform other job‑related duties.

All applications must be submitted through Make Future to be considered for the position. Applications should include a cover letter, resume, certificates and at least three (3) professional references, preferably from current supervisors. When applying, the applicant is responsible for providing details of qualifications and must include copies of relevant certificates or diplomas.

The successful applicant will be subject to the terms of the Criminal Records Review Act. Only short‑listed candidates will be contacted.

For more information about this posting, please contact Amanda Skene, HR Coordinator ().