Certified Education Assistant

Tkemlups te Secwepemc; Kamloops; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A vibrant community organization is seeking a Certified Education Assistant in Kamloops. The role includes supporting student learning, assisting with classroom integration, and monitoring academic progress. Ideal candidates should have an Educational Assistant Certificate and experience working with children. This full-time position offers a pay rate starting at $25.98-$28.70/hour.

Qualifications

• Minimum of one year of classroom-related experience assisting childhood learners.
• Ability to work 1:1 with students with exceptionalities is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Assist students with integration into the classroom and school setting.
• Monitor and report student progress to the classroom teacher.
• Accompany and supervise students during activities.

Skills

Facilitating learning in a classroom environment

Experience working with children with trauma

Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills

Willingness to work collaboratively

Professional, friendly and supportive attitude

Education

Grade 12 with a minimum of one year post-secondary in a related field

Educational Assistant Certificate

Job description

Overview

Tk’emlúps te Secwépemc (TteS) is a fast-growing vibrant organization committed to the development and progress of its Band Members and Community. The organization invites applications from qualified, highly motivated and dynamic individuals to fill the following position.

POSITION TITLE: Certified Education Assistant

DEPARTMENT: Sk’elep School of Excellence

SUPERVISOR: School Principal

TERMS: Full-Time, Permanent

REFERENCE #: 2025-119

Purpose of Position

Education Assistants work as members of the student support team. They play a key role in the implementation of many educational programs for students, performing tasks that can range from helping with academic program activities to reinforcing social/behavioural plans, to providing personal care support.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Performs all duties and responsibilities in accordance with Sk’elep and TteS policies, standards and procedures
• Assist students with integration into the classroom and school setting
• Assist students individually or in small groups with assignments and reinforce learning and retention concepts under the supervision of the classroom teacher
• May assist students with special needs using techniques such as speech language and remedial programs
• Monitor and report student progress to classroom teacher
• Accompany and supervise students during activities in school gymnasiums, libraries, resource centres and on field trips
• May assist in the school library, culture room or office and perform other duties as assigned by the school principal
• May monitor or supervise students during recess, noon hour or during the day

Professional Certification, Education and Experience

• Skills in facilitating learning in a classroom environment
• Experience working with children with trauma
• One-year classroom related experience assisting childhood learners
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills
• Willingness to work collaboratively in a team setting
• Professional, friendly and supportive to school students, staff and guests
• Working 1:1 with students with exceptionalities would be an asset

Required Licence, Certification, etc.

• Grade 12 with a minimum of one (1) year of post-secondary in a related field
• Educational Assistant Certificate
• Criminal Record Check

Other Assets

• Band Member of the Kamloops Indian Band
• First Nations Ancestry
• Ability to speak Secwepemc Language
• Basic First Aid
• Previous experience working in a First Nations school

Supervision or Training Duties

• Individual/small group Instruction
• Playground

Special Requirements

• Educational Assistant Certificate

Hours of Work

Normal Day shifts - 7 hours. Non-normal shifts may be required.

Pay Grade

Starting at $25.98-$28.70/hour depending on education and experience

Tk’emlúps te Secwépemc thanks all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

In accordance with Section 16(1) of the Canada act and pursuant to Section 42 of the BC Human Rights code, it is TteS Policy to practice preferential hiring for Aboriginal peoples. Candidates who wish to qualify for preferential consideration must self-identify.

Deadline for the Job posting is September 30th by 2:00pm

Submit Job Application Form, cover letter, resume, and references

online: https://tkemlups.ca/employment/

or at our Human Resources office #200 - 330 Chief Alex Thomas Way.

Office Hours are Monday to Friday 8:00 am to 4:00 pm & a lunch break from 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm

We require each applicant to fill out an online application form which can be found at: https://tkemlups.ca/employment/

Any late submissions or submissions without the job application form will not be considered.