Educational Assistant

Society of Christian Schools in BC; British Columbia; On-site; CAD 29,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Unity Christian School in Chilliwack seeks a dedicated Educational Assistant for the 2025-2026 school year. The role involves supporting students with unique learning needs and contributing to a welcoming, Christ-centered educational experience. Candidates should have a commitment to Christian education and experience working with children who have diverse learning challenges.

Qualifications

• Trained and/or experience in working with children with varying learning needs.
• Each candidate must be a committed Christian.

Responsibilities

• Support students one-on-one and in small groups within the classroom.
• Help foster a Christ-centered learning environment.

Skills

Commitment to Christian education

Working with children with unique learning needs

Team-oriented

Growth mindset

Education

EA certificate or equivalent training

Job description

School/Organization: Unity Christian School

Employment Type: full-time

Compensation Range: $29,672 – $39,098

Date Posted: 12 May 2025

Start Date: August 22, 2025

Unity Christian School, located in the picturesque city of Chilliwack, British Columbia, is seeking a dedicated and passionate Educational Assistant for the 2025 – 2026 school year. As an integral member of our Educational Support Services team, you will play a crucial role in fostering a Christ-centered, welcoming, and engaging learning environment for our students.

Duties will involve working one-on-one with students with unique learning needs, supporting students in the classroom, as well as possibly working with small groups of students both in and outside of the classroom. We are looking for a growth-minded, energetic, team-oriented, and self-motivated individual who can join our Educational Support Services team. As a staff we are committed to being:

• Mission Embracers – nurturing our students’ God-given potential as they humbly serve God’s world.
• Growth Seekers – keeping a growth mindset and being committed to growing in our profession using our PGP (Professional Growth Plan).
• Kingdom Builders – serving our students and providing opportunities for them to serve one another and their local and global community.
• Joyful Collaborators – working closely with colleagues and learning together.
• Sabbath Keepers – prioritizing time to refrain from work and to focus on health and wellness; intentionally setting time aside to pray and commune with God and His people

Each candidate must be:

• a committed Christian
• dedicated to Christian education
• trained and/or experience in working with children with a variety of learning needs

Preference will be given to:

• candidates with an EA certificate or equivalent training

Each application should include:

• a current cover letter and résumé (including at least 2 professional references, with phone numbers and emails)

Unity Christian School
50950 Hack Brown Road
Chilliwack BC V4Z 1K9