Education Assistant

Position:Education Assistant - Casual on call

Competition:S Location/Dept: District Employee

FTE: Casual On Call Hours

Start Date: As soon as possible

Term of Employment: Continuing

Salary: $33.27 per hour

Posted: JAN. 05, 2026

Application Deadline: 12:00 P.M., FRIDAY, JUNE. 05, 2026

SUMMARY: (Please refer to Microsoft Teams/ConnectED/EmployeeServices/Documents/Support Staff/Job Evaluation/ Class Specifications)

Reports to the Principal and/or a District Administrator, Inclusive Learning, and works under the direction of the classroom teacher(s). Education Assistants participate as a valuable member of a team in the ongoing implementation of inclusive learning opportunities, and play a key role with the classroom teacher in maintaining a culture of

equity and success for all students.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Successful completion of a secondary school graduation program or equivalent. Completion of a recognized post-secondary education assistant program, including or supplemented by training related to specific diagnosis such as ASD, diabetes, chronic health impairment, conflict resolution, and non-violent crisis intervention.

One year recent, related experience specific to the needs of students with cognitive, behavioural, emotional, communication, sensory and/or physical, health challenges.

Proven ability to implement positive behaviour intervention techniques, as well as flexibility in response to

student behaviours (e.g., adjusting and adapting strategies).

Physically capable of performing the duties of the position.

Ability to work independently and cooperatively while following the direction and guidance of the classroom/specialized teacher.

Ability to operate a variety of office and school equipment including equipment specific to the needs of the student(s).

Strong interpersonal, communication and organizational skills. Ability to work collaboratively and use judgement when providing information.

Ability to use patience, tolerance, and understanding in developing and maintaining a rapport with students, and in resolving problems or conflicts that may arise.

Remains current with changing technology, and diagnosis-specific approaches and equipment.

Knowledge of basic first aid.

Current CPI and Non Violent Crisis Intervention.

Knowledge of WorkSafe BC and WHMIS procedures and regulations. Safe work practices.

Some positions may require the knowledge of a language other than English.

Some positions may require Braille, Sign Language or deaf/blind-specific instructional communication strategies. Some positions may require a valid BC driver's license.

DUTIES:

• Assists in developing students' ability to access curriculum-based learning opportunities using universal/essential strategies with increasing independence.
• Assists the teacher with the implementation of educational plans such as IEPs, AIPs, Safety Plans, and Positive Behaviour Support Plans, including ABA-based educational plans.
• Provides basic personal care, such as feeding, dressing and toileting, administering medication, use of mobility devices, lift and transfer.
• Implements individual medical care/nursing care plans in school- or community-based locations.

• Maintains regular communications with the supervising teacher and other team members.

• With guidance of classroom teacher/case manager, observes and records student progress, and maintains detailed written records (i.e., scatterplot, behaviour analysis, administration of medication).

• Operates standard school, cafeteria/kitchen, and office equipment including computer applications, instructional aid communications, and special individualized equipment/technology.

• Participates with and supervises students in specialized or integrated settings, such as regular or resource classrooms, community-based life skills training, work experience sites, etc., and including activities in the gym, pool, playground, and other community sites.

• Works with students with cognitive, behavioural, emotional, communication, sensory and/or physical, health challenges.

• May be required to transport students.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Successful completion of an Education Assistant Certificate/Diploma Program from an accredited college/institute is required. A copy of your credentials and email contact information for 2 professional references must accompany your application.

Please note that Casual EAs are required to be available 5 days a week, Monday to Friday, for a variety of school and district EA assignments and will be eligible to apply for regular positions as they become available.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.