Education Assistant

School District #60 (Peace River North); Fort St. John; On-site; CAD 36,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

School District #60 (Peace River North) is seeking a Certified Education Assistant for C. M. Finch Elementary School. The role supports teachers in delivering educational programs and caring for students with diverse needs within a classroom setting.

The successful candidate will work under supervision, with training provided, and may participate in workshops and team meetings to promote student learning, safety, and independence.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 or equivalency required.
• Education Assistant Certificate with relevant training.
• POPARD training or experience is an asset.
• First Aid and WHMIS certificates preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide instructional support to implement educational programs and give feedback on daily work.
• Construct or locate instructional materials and learning centres.
• Operate computers, audiovisual equipment, and adaptive technology.
• Monitor and record student progress and behaviour per IEP guidelines.
• Maintain records and manage documentation efficiently.
• Support behaviour management and safety as directed by staff.

Skills

Calm under pressure

Interpersonal skills

Team player

Independent work

Education

Grade 12 or equivalency

Education Assistant Certificate

POPARD training or experience

First Aid Certificate

WHMIS Certificate

Tools

Boardmaker

Job description

CERTIFIED EDUCATION ASSISTANT

Position Description:

There is a position available for a Certified Education Assistant at C. M. Finch Elementary School. Applications must be completed online and will be accepted until noon, October 16, 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:

(2) hrs per day, five (5) days per week

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:

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 wiling to maintain current CPI status
• Level 1 First Aid Certificate may be required
• Education AssistantCertificate, which includes documented training in the follow 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)
  • Behavioursupport: 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 toremain 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 workindependently and set priorities
• WHMISCertificate and other online safety training providedby 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 conductedby the District prior to startingemployment

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

For more information please contact:

Ginger Alexander, Administrative Officer [phone] or email [e-mail]

All applications must be made through Make A Future website for consideration for the position. If you require assistance with the online application process please contact Colleen Stewart at 250-262-6008 or [e-mail].

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