Education Assistant - Temporary

St. Clement's School; Delta; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local educational institution in Delta is seeking a Temporary Education Assistant to support inclusive learning for students with diverse needs. This role involves assisting teachers, implementing educational strategies, and providing personal care. The ideal candidate should have a recognized education assistant program credential and experience in related fields. Driving students in your own vehicle is required.

Qualifications

• Successful completion of a secondary school graduation program or equivalent.
• One year recent experience specific to students with health challenges.
• Proven ability to implement positive behavior intervention techniques.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing students’ ability to access curriculum-based learning.
• Implement educational plans including IEPs and Safety Plans.
• Maintain detailed written records on student progress.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Patience

Education

Completion of a recognized post-secondary education assistant program

Tools

Office and school equipment

Job description

Overview

Position: Education Assistant - Mainstream (Temporary)

*driving students in own vehicle required*

*deep understanding of trauma informed care an asset *Wilderness first aid an asset

Competition: S-25-299T Location/Dept: Boundary Beach Annex

Hours: 30.00 Monday-Friday - 10 Months

LIF-NO/EXTRA MIN-NO

Start Date: OCT. 07, 2025

Term of Employment: No later than JUNE 26, 2026 Salary: $33.27

Posted: SEP. 19, 2025

Application Deadline: 12:00 P.M., FRIDAY, SEP. 26, 2025

Summary: (Please refer to Microsoft Teams/ConnectED/EmployeeServices/Documents/Support Staff/Job Evaluation/Class Specifications)

Responsibilities

Reports to the Principal and/or a District Administrator, Inclusive Learning, and works under the direction of the classroom teacher(s). Education Assistants participate as a valuable member of a team in the ongoing implementation of inclusive learning opportunities, and play a key role with the classroom teacher in maintaining a culture of equity and success for all students.

Qualifications

Required:

Successful completion of a secondary school graduation program or equivalent. Completion of a recognized post-secondary education assistant program, including or supplemented by training related to specific diagnosis such as ASD, diabetes, chronic health impairment, conflict resolution, and non-violent crisis intervention.

One year recent, related experience specific to the needs of students with cognitive, behavioural, emotional, communication, sensory and/or physical, health challenges.

Proven ability to implement positive behaviour intervention techniques, as well as flexibility in response to student behaviours (e.g., adjusting and adapting strategies).

Physically capable of performing the duties of the position.

Ability to work independently and cooperatively while following the direction and guidance of the classroom/specialized teacher.

Ability to operate a variety of office and school equipment including equipment specific to the needs of the student(s).

Strong interpersonal, communication and organizational skills. Ability to work collaboratively and use judgement when providing information.

Ability to use patience, tolerance, and understanding in developing and maintaining a rapport with students, and in resolving problems or conflicts that may arise.

Remains current with changing technology, and diagnosis-specific approaches and equipment.

Knowledge of basic first aid.

Current CPI and Non Violent Crisis Intervention.

Knowledge of WorkSafe BC and WHMIS procedures and regulations. Safe work practices.

Some positions may require the knowledge of a language other than English.

Some positions may require Braille, Sign Language or deaf/blind-specific instructional communication strategies. Some positions may require a valid BC driver's license.

Duties

1. Assists in developing students’ ability to access curriculum-based learning opportunities using universal/essential strategies with increasing independence.
2. Assists the teacher with the implementation of educational plans such as IEPs, AIPs, Safety Plans, and Positive Behaviour Support Plans, including ABA-based educational plans.
3. Provides basic personal care, such as feeding, dressing and toileting, administering medication, use of mobility devices, lift and transfer.
4. Implements individual medical care/nursing care plans in school- or community-based locations.
5. Maintains regular communications with the supervising teacher and other team members.
6. With guidance of classroom teacher/case manager, observes and records student progress, and maintains detailed written records (i.e., scatterplot, behaviour analysis, administration of medication).
7. Operates standard school, cafeteria/kitchen, and office equipment including computer applications, instructional aid communications, and special individualized equipment/technology.
8. Participates with and supervises students in specialized or integrated settings, such as regular or resource classrooms, community-based life skills training, work experience sites, etc., and including activities in the gym, pool, playground, and other community sites.
9. Works with students with cognitive, behavioural, emotional, communication, sensory and/or physical, health challenges.
10. May be required to transport students.
11. Performs other duties as assigned.