Education Assistant

Sea to Sky School District (#48); Squamish; On-site; CAD 38,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Sea to Sky School District No. 48 is seeking an Education Assistant at Howe Sound Secondary School in the South district. The position runs six hours daily when school is in session, with an hourly rate of CAD 33.69.

Under the direction of principals and classroom teachers, you will support students with physical, intellectual or behavioral needs and may supervise areas before/after school. Applicants must complete Grade 12 and a Capilano ETAP program.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 completion with related education assistant program.
• Experience or training in supporting students with disabilities is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist students with disabilities and support program goals.
• Supervise designated areas before, during or after school as assigned; deliver higher level care.

Skills

First Aid

Education

Grade 12

Capilano University Education Assistant Program

Tools

Class 5 BC Driver's License

Job description

The following position is open for applications:

EDUCATION ASSISTANT

Location: District – South

Howe Sound Secondary School

Effective: November 2, 2026

Hours: 6 hours per day, for all days school is in session for students (Education Assistant)
Rate of Pay: $33.69/hour (Education Assistant)

Duties & Responsibilities

Under the direction of the Principal(s) and the general supervision of the Classroom Teacher(s), provides assistance to students who have physical disabilities, chronic health diagnoses, intellectual disabilities and/or social, emotional and behavioural needs as designated by the Director of Instruction, while supporting the achievement of stated programs goals and objectives. Supervision of a designated area either inside or outside the school, before, during and/or after school as defined by the terms of the assignment.
This position will require the successful applicant to deliver a higher level of care.

Qualifications

Completion of Grade 12 plus a special program and over six (6) months up to and including one (1) year's related experience. A special program would be the Capilano University Education Assistant Program. Valid Class 5 B.C. Driver's License. Knowledge of basic First Aid. Basic knowledge of related learning tools (ie. computers, etc).

Competition Closes Friday October 23, 2026, at 4:00 p.m.

Please note that prospective employees new to School District No. 48 (Sea to Sky) must agree to undergo a criminal records check, as failure to do so will be grounds for refusing employment.

School District No.48 (Sea to Sky) prioritizes those candidates who self-identify as Indigenous, LGBTQIA2S+, a member of a visible minority and/or a person with a disability for all positions within the School District.