AES - Educational Assistant 5.50

Government of Nova Scotia; Kentville; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational institution in Nova Scotia is seeking an Educational Assistant to provide support to students requiring medical and personal care. The role involves assisting students with mobility challenges, ensuring safe environments, and implementing specialized programs under the direction of educational staff. Qualified candidates must hold a Human Services diploma and CPR certification. Competitive hourly wages are offered for qualified and partially qualified candidates.

Qualifications

• Educational Assistant must have human services diploma or equivalent training.
• Current CPR and First Aid training is mandatory.
• Specific health-care support training or certification may be required.

Responsibilities

• Assist students with physical and mobility challenges.
• Ensure a safe environment for personal care needs.
• Implement programs as prepared by other professionals.

Skills

Human Services diploma or equivalent training

CPR and First Aid training

Ability to lift and position

Education

Educational qualifications confirmation

Job description

Annapolis Valley Regional Centre for Education

Aldershot Elementary School

Educational Assistant - 5.50 hours per day

Position Starting January 5, 2026

Closing date for applications - December 18, 2025 at midnight

Starting Wages

Educational Assistant - Fully Qualified - $24.59 per hour

Educational Assistant - Partially Qualified - $17.66 per hour

Terms and conditions of employment, including wages, are in accordance with the Nova Scotia Government and General Employees Union (NSGEU) Local 73 Bargaining Unit at AVRCE.CA

Educational Assistants provide support to students who are identified through the program planning process as requiring support with medical and personal care and/or safety/behavior management.

Qualifications and Abilities

• Human Services diploma or equivalent post‑secondary training and experience in a related human services discipline. Confirmation of your educational qualifications must be included with your application.
• Bona fide occupational requirements as identified (eg American Sign Language, Picture Exchange Communication Systems, Braille, ability to lift and position, etc).
• Specific health‑care support training or certification as required.
• Ability to perform physical requirements of the position.
• Current CPR and First Aid training.

Responsibilities

Personal Care

As identified through the program planning process and under the direction of the teacher(s) and/or school team, when a student cannot, or should not, perform these activities independently, the Educational Assistant, will as required:

• Assist students with physical and mobility challenges by lifting and positioning.
• Ensure a safe and respectful environment when meeting personal care needs of students.
• Assist students with routines.
• Assist in the operation of support equipment, including lifts and assistive technology.
• Administer medication and oral inhalant according to the Guidelines.
• Carry out medical procedures (e.g., catheterization, tube feeding) when trained and authorized, according to board policies and/or guidelines.
• Implement programs as prepared by the Speech Language Pathologist, Physiotherapist, and Occupational Therapist or other professionals.
• Assist with program support when specifically directed and monitored by teacher(s).

Safety/Behaviour Management Support

Under the direction of the teacher(s) and/or the program planning team, the Educational Assistant will support the implementation of identified behaviour management outcomes. When a student is unable to self‑regulate his or her behavior, the Educational Assistant will:

• Use appropriate physical interventions in accordance with the Non‑Violent Crisis Intervention Training Program, the student’s plan, and board policies.
• Encourage students to respect the school’s code of conduct guidelines and positive and effective behavioural support (PEBS) initiative.
• Model and encourage respect for self and others.
• Promote or facilitate positive interactions among all students.
• Record data and observations as directed.
• Assist with program support when specifically directed and monitored by teacher(s).

Transportation of Students

Educational Assistants may be required to accompany students or to provide transportation to students to and from school via school bus, taxi, or private vehicle in compliance with Board policy and procedures.

Rapport With Students

Educational Assistants are also expected to develop and maintain positive rapport with students.

Supervision of Students

Educational Assistants may be required to:

• Provide supervision for students.
• Provide supervision for students during the lunch and recess breaks.
• Provide supervision for students in the cafeteria, halls and other designated areas.
• Provide supervision of students getting on or off the school buses before and after school is dismissed.
• Report to the principal or designate any problem or discipline issue that occurred during supervision either individually or as a group.

At the Annapolis Valley Regional Centre for Education, we are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible environment for all candidates. If you require accommodations during the recruitment process, please let us know. We will work with you to meet your needs.

To request accommodations, please contact Kelsey Ogilvie, Human Resources Manager at [e-mail] or [phone]. All information provided will be kept confidential and used solely to provide an accessible candidate experience.

Applications will be considered

First

in accordance with the Nova Scotia Government and General Employees Union (NSGEU) Local 73 Bargaining Unit.

Second

to applicants who self‑identify and are members of the identified peoples in accordance with AVRCE's Employment Equity.

Third

if there are no successful candidates from the Employment Equity applicant pool, then other external candidates will be considered for this position.

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