AVRCE Casual Educational Assistants - October 2025

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

Job summary

An educational institution in Nova Scotia is seeking Casual Educational Assistants (EAs) to support children in schools. The role involves working with children requiring assistance, demonstrating knowledge of child development, and collaborating with teachers. Candidates should have a desire to work with youth, respect confidentiality, and complete necessary background checks.

Qualifications

• Must successfully complete a Child Abuse Registry Search.
• Must complete a Criminal Record Check, including the vulnerable sector.
• Ability to physically perform the requirements of the position.

Responsibilities

• Work with children requiring Educational Assistant support.
• Demonstrate understanding of behaviour management.
• Collaborate with teachers and school administrators.

Skills

Understanding of the role and responsibility of an EA

Knowledge of child/youth development

Respect and sensitivity for children with special needs

Knowledge of health, hygiene, and safety

Understanding of behaviour management

Knowledge of basic computer applications

Awareness of assistive technology

Ability to work collaboratively

Ability to follow instructions

Education

Post-secondary training in human services or a related field

Job description

ANNAPOLIS VALLEY REGIONAL CENTRE FOR EDUCATION

Casual Educational Assistants (EAs)

Are you interested in working with children who require the support of an Educational Assistant?

You must include three work related references with your application including a current phone number and email address if possible. Your references can be a current or previous supervisor from your last position or your supervisor from a practicum or volunteer position.

Casual Educational Assistants (EAs) are required on an “as needed” basis to work at various schools and at various grade levels. Casual EAs are required to demonstrate:

• understanding of the role and responsibility of an EA
• knowledge of the stages of child/youth development
• an awareness of, respect, sensitivity, and awareness of similarities/differences for children with special needs
• knowledge of health, hygiene and safety including personal/physical care and the safe transfer of students
• understanding of behaviour management
• knowledge of basic computer applications and technology
• awareness of assistive technology
• ability to work collaboratively with members of a team
• ability to follow instructions of teachers and school administrators

The qualifications of a casual EA include:

• post-secondary training in human services or a related field is preferred
• ability to physically perform the requirements of the position
• a desire to work with children and youth
• respect for confidentiality and privacy protocols
• sensitivity and respect for diversity

If you are interested in working as a casual educational assistant, you must successfully complete a Child Abuse Registry Search and a Criminal Record Check, including the vulnerable sector.