Education Assistant

Peace River North; British Columbia; On-site; CAD 36,000 - 43,000; Part time

Job summary

Peace River North invites applications for a Certified Education Assistant at Dr. Kearney Middle School. You will work under the supervision of teachers and district staff to support students with diverse needs, delivering instructional support and assisting with classroom activities.

The role emphasizes collaboration, safety, and individualized support within a team, including intervention when required. Must have Education Assistant Certificate and related training; position starts November 2,

Qualifications

• Certification as Education Assistant with relevant training.
• Experience or training in supporting students with diverse needs.
• Knowledge of safety and care procedures in educational settings.

Responsibilities

• Provides instructional support to students under teacher direction.
• Constructs/locates instructional materials and learning centres.
• Operates computers and adaptive technology as needed.
• Monitors student progress and records data for teachers.
• Assists with behaviour management and safety of students.
• Supports in small groups or pull-out sessions as required.
• Attends team meetings and participates in professional development.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Flexibility

Calm under pressure

Independent work

Priority setting

Education

Education Assistant Certificate

First Aid Certificate

POPARD training

Tools

Boardmaker

Augmentative communication devices

Apps and other software

Job description

CERTIFIED EDUCATION ASSISTANT

Position Description:

There is a position available for a Certified Education Assistant at Dr. Kearney Middle School. Applications must be completed online and will be accepted until noon, October 27, 2026.

Reporting to the site Administrative Officer(s), thisposition is responsible for working under the direction of the classroom teacher and various Districtpersonnel in providing care for students (training provided byappropriate medical personnel when required).

This position requires anindividual to work as part of a collaborative teamthat provides assistance to teachers in the delivery and implementation of educational programs and services. The education programsfacilitate theintegration, growth, learning, safety and comfort of students with a variety of educational/emotional andbehavioural needs. The successful candidate will work with special needs students, youth with learningdisabilities, those on modified and alternate programs (primarily inclassroom setting), as well as provide, onoccasion, pull out support for individuals or small groups.

Hours of work:

(5.5) hrs per day, two(2) days per week - Thursday and Friday

Duties to Commence:

November 2, 2026

Work Year Base:

Ten (10) months per year

Commencing Salary

$26.24-$31.43 - Based on certification

Duties:

1. 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.
2. Constructs/locates instructional materials, games, displays and learning centres.
3. Operates computers, audiovisual and various other equipment as well as adaptive technology.
4. 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.
5. Copies, transcribes, types, files and maintains records.
6. Implements behaviour management of programs as determined by the teacher/resource team.
7. Provides person/health care and physical safety assistance to students.
8. Attends team/parent professional development meetings as required.
9. Assist in the implementation of programs requiring intensive behaviour interventions.
10. Supervises students as required in the classroom, gym, school, playground, loading/unloading of bus(es), community field trips.
11. Fosters student independence and appropriate peer interactions.
12. Works collaboratively as a member of a team.
13. May be required to attend specific workshops at the direction of the Administrative Officer(s).
14. 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 willing to maintain current CPI status
• Level 1 First Aid Certificate may be required
• Education Assistant Certificate, which includes documented training in the following areas:
  • Pervasive developmentaldisorders, including ASD, FASD and complexbehavioural 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

Tanya Braun, Administrative Officer [phone] or email [e-mail]