Casual Educational Associate

North East School Division; Canada; On-site; CAD 27,414 - 32,552; Part time

Job summary

A regional school division in Canada is seeking a Casual Educational Associate to provide support services to students and teachers. The role involves assisting students with special needs to meet curricular outcomes. Candidates must have a minimum Grade 12 diploma or GED, along with strong interpersonal skills and the ability to manage physically/emotionally demanding situations. Pay ranges from $19.90 to $23.63 per hour, and applicants must be willing to join the Local CUPE 4875 union.

Qualifications

• Minimum Grade 12 diploma from a recognized educational institution or GED required.
• Formal training/experience as an educational associate or comparable experience considered an asset.
• Possess a current and valid Driver’s License.
• Ability to lift up to 60 pounds without assistance and up to 120 pounds with assistance.
• Handle physically/emotionally demanding children.

Responsibilities

• Provide support services to students and teachers within the division.
• Meet curricular outcomes and assist students with special needs.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Empathy for students with exceptional needs

Ability to work as part of an instructional team

Computer proficiency

Education

Minimum Grade 12 diploma or GED

Formal post-secondary training as an educational associate

Job description

• Position Type: Casual School Based Support / Casual Educational Associate
• Date Posted: 7/10/2025
• Location: All Locations - Casual Support Staff

Educational Associate - Casual

Duties

The Educational Associate provides support services to students and teachers in a school setting within the division to meet curricular outcomes. The duties of an Educational Associate will vary depending upon the special needs of student(s).

Qualifications

• Minimum Grade 12 diploma from a recognized educational institution or (GED) is required.
• Formal post‑secondary training/experience as an educational associate or comparable work experience would be considered an asset, along with the ability to work as part of an instructional team.
• Possess a current and valid Driver’s License.
• Proficiency in the operation of computers.
• Ability to lift up to 60 pounds without a lift and up to 120 pounds with 2 person lift or with mechanical lift.
• Ability to handle physically/emotionally demanding children (ie. aggressive, hyperactive students).
• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Demonstrated empathy for students with exceptional needs will be considered a requirement for potential applicants.
• Be willing to join the Local CUPE 4875 union.

Pay Range

$19.90 - $23.63 per hour

Postings current as of 2/21/2026 8:43:43 AM CST.