Education Assistant

Traditional Learning Academy Online; Surrey; Hybrid; CAD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Traditional Learning Academy Online is recruiting Educational Assistants to support students in classroom and online settings. Roles involve working one-on-one or in small groups, with programs tailored to individual needs and inclusive practices.

The position runs from September to June, with hourly wages dependent on qualifications and experience in British Columbia. Applicants will work across Cloverdale, Surrey, and Delta areas as noted.

Qualifications

• This position requires a college certificate such as a Special Education Teaching Assistant or equivalent.
• Experience supporting students with disabilities and diverse learning needs is required.
• Commitment to inclusive education and willingness to learn in a team-based environment.
• Strong written and oral English communication skills.
• Computer literacy with Gmail, Google Drive, and video conferencing tools.
• A valid Ministry of Justice criminal record check is required.

Responsibilities

• Work one-on-one or in small groups with students in classroom or online settings.
• Provide academic support, behavioral prompting, and social/executive functioning support.
• Collaborate with teachers and families for individualized one-to-one support.

Skills

English communication

Computer literacy

Gmail

Google Drive

Video conferencing tools

Education

Special Education Teaching Assistant certificate or equivalent

Tools

Gmail

Google Drive

Video conferencing

Job description

Educational Assistant Opportunity

Traditional Learning Academy is currently recruiting Educational Assistants: Our mission is to partner with parents and students to support quality learning opportunities at home. This is an excellent opportunity where you will work one-on-one or in small classroom groups with our students. Our students currently receive EA support in person and online.

As an Educational Assistant you will be part of a talented multidisciplinary team working with children, families and school staff. We have hundreds of students from all over the province, each one working on individualized programs in a variety of learning environments. .

This position is for September- June and the hourly wage is dependent upon qualifications and experience.

Qualifications:

• A certificate from a recognized post-secondary college such as a Special Education Teaching Assistant or equivalent post-secondary studies
• Background in supporting students with Disabilities and Diverse learning needs is required
• Applicants must be dedicated to inclusive education and committed to learning new skills in a team-based environment.
• Strong written and oral English communication skills.
• Must be computer literate and knowledgeable about gmail, google drive and proficient in video conferencing tools.
• A valid Ministry of Justice criminal record check is required as part of the hiring process.

Classroom-based EAs work with small groups within the classrooms under the direct supervision of a TLA teacher. All supports are in-class, and range from academic support and behavioural prompting to social and executive functioning support. Students will be engaged in project-based learning in our inclusive multi-grade classrooms.

Online/In Person EAs collaborate with TLA teachers and the student's family to provide individualized one-to-one support depending on the students program.

We are currently hiring EAs for the following positions: 1) Classroom - Based EAs

• Mondays Humanities Classroom Grade 7-9 (8:45- 12:15) (Cloverdale, BC)
• Wednesdays - Elementary Classroom Student Support (8:45- 3:15) (Cloverdale, BC)
• Tuesdays/Thursday 1:1 EA support in the Surrey/Cloverdale/Delta area