Education Assistant

School District 60; Baldonnel; On-site; CAD 36,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

School District 60 is seeking a Certified Education Assistant for Baldonnel Elementary School. The position runs 12:45–2:45 pm, five days a week, ten months a year, with starting salary $26.24–$31.43 per hour based on certification.

Responsibilities include supporting teachers, preparing materials, supervising students, and assisting with behaviour and safety measures. Applicants must complete online applications by noon, September 17, 2026.

Qualifications

• Requires Grade 12 or equivalent.
• Education Assistant Certificate and related training.
• Ability to pass Vulnerable Sector Check.
• WHMIS and safety training to be completed.

Responsibilities

• Provides instructional support to implement educational programs and provide feedback on daily work.
• Constructs/locates instructional materials and creates learning centres.
• Supervises students during activities and observes/records progress per IEP.
• Maintains records and supports behaviour management and safety.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Independent work

Flexibility

Adaptability

Crisis management

Education

Education Assistant Certificate

WHMIS Certification

First Aid (Level 1)

Grade 12 or equivalent

Job description

Position Description

There is a position available for a Certified Education Assistant at Baldonnel Elementary School. Applications must be completed online and will be accepted until noon, September 17, 2026.

CERTIFIED EDUCATION ASSISTANT

There is a position available for a Certified Education Assistant at Baldonnel Elementary School. Applications must be completed online and will be accepted until noon, September 17, 2026.

Hours of work

(2) hrs per day, five (5) days per week - 12:45 - 2:45 pm

Duties to Commence

As soon as possible after closing

Work Year Base

Ten (10) months per year

Commencing Salary

$26.24-$31.43 - Based on certification

Duties:

• Provides instructional support to students to implement educational programs as determined by the teacher/resource team/administrator and provide students with feedback for completion of daily work.
• Constructs/locates instructional materials, games, displays and learning centres.
• Operates computers, audiovisual and various other equipment as well as adaptive technology.
• Supervises the students completion of education activities, as outlined in the IEP, observe and record academic and behavioural assessment data to assist teachers in the monitoring of students.
• Copies, transcribes, types, files and maintains records.
• Implements behaviour management of programs as determined by the teacher/resource team.
• Provides person/health care and physical safety assistance to students.
• Attends team/parent professional development meetings as required.
• Assist in the implementation of programs requiring intensive behaviour interventions.
• Supervises students as required in the classroom, gym, school, playground, loading/unloading of bus(es), community field trips.
• Fosters student independence and appropriate peer interactions.
• Works collaboratively as a member of a team.
• May be required to attend specific workshops at the direction of the Administrative Officer(s).
• Performs other job related assigned comparable duties as directed which are within the knowledge and skills required by the job description.

Qualifications and Attributes:

• Grade 12 or equivalency
• Must be wiling to maintain current CPI status
• Level 1 First Aid Certificate may be required
• Education Assistant Certificate, which includes documented training in the follow areas:
• Pervasive developmental disorders, including ASD, FASD and complex behavioural needs
• Developmental and sensory needs and disorders
• Personal care: dressing, toileting, feeding, lifting, transferring, seizure management
• Technology assisted programs (ie. Augmentative communication devices, Boardmaker, Apps and other software)
• Behaviour support: conflict resolution, anger management, nonviolent behavioural interventions, behaviour/safety/crisis/emergency plans
• Learning challenges: learning disabilities, intellectual disabilities, learning challenges
• Formal POPARD training or experience
• Proven ability to remain calm in difficult situations
• Proven ability to develop positive relationships with students
• Demonstrated ability to be flexible/adaptable when faced with new or challenging situations
• Physical ability to keep up with an active child
• Ability to work independently and set priorities
• WHMIS Certificate and other online safety training provided by the District to be completed within the probationary period
• Good interpersonal skills and the ability to be an integral part of a team
• Must be able to pass a Vulnerable Sector Criminal Records Search conducted by the District prior to starting employment

Please Note: Proof of graduation and or highest level of education is required prior to starting work

For More Information Please Contact

Craig Brownlee, Administrative Officer [phone] or email [e-mail]

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