Education Assistant - Prince George

British Columbia Public School Employers' Association | Make a Future - Careers in BC Education; Surrey; On-site; CAD 25,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

Traditional Learning Academy is seeking Educational Assistants to work one-on-one with students in home or virtual settings. You will join a multidisciplinary team supporting children, families, and school staff across a range of learning environments.

The role runs September through June, with hours per week that vary by program. The ideal candidate holds a post-secondary certificate in Special Education or equivalent and demonstrates strong English communication and teamwork skills.

Qualifications

• Certificate from a recognized post-secondary college such as a Special Education Teaching Assistant or equivalent
• Background in supporting students with disabilities and diverse learning needs
• Dedicated to inclusive education and learning new skills in a team-based environment
• Strong written and oral English communication skills
• Must be computer literate with Gmail, Google Drive and video conferencing tools
• Valid Ministry of Justice criminal record check required
• Experience working with students with ASD is an asset

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with teachers and families to provide individualized one-to-one support.
• Deliver in-home and online educational assistance as needed

Skills

English communication

Team-based collaboration

Education

Post-secondary certificate in Special Education or equivalent

Tools

Gmail

Google Drive

Video conferencing tools

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 with our students in their home. 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.
• Experience working with students with ASD as asset.

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 an In Person EA for the following position in Prince George:

• Family 2: 16 hours per week (flexible schedule) working with 2 siblings (8 hours each)