Educational Assistant

Northwest Employment Works; Pic River First Nation; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional employment service in Pic River First Nation is seeking a full-time Educational Assistant. You will assist the teacher in daily classroom activities, support student learning, and contribute to developing Individual Education Programs. A Grade 12 Diploma and experience with First Nation students are essential. Applications must be submitted online; incomplete applications will not be considered.

Qualifications

• Mandatory Grade 12 Diploma required.
• Experience working with First Nation students preferred.
• Clear Vulnerable Person Sector Check is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning material and lessons for identified students.
• Support classroom management strategies.
• Supervise students during recess and other activities.

Skills

Assisting in classroom management

Supporting individual education programs (IEP)

Experience with First Nation students

Education

Grade 12 Diploma

Post-Secondary Diploma in Educational Assistant

Job description

Job Title:

EDUCATIONAL ASSISTANT

Department:

EDUCATION

Employment Status:

FULL-TIME PERMENENT

Posting Date:

NOVEMBER 12, 2025

Closing Date:

NOVEMBER 21, 2025 @ 12:00pm

Job Summary:

Under the direction of the Principal of the Elementary School, the Educational Assistant is responsible for assisting the teacher in the day‑to‑day needs of the classroom and carrying out the duties listed below, and all other duties as assigned.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in the planning of material and lessons for identified students
• Work with identified students one on one or in small groups
• Assist and support classroom management strategies
• Assist in developing Individual Education Programs (IEP) for identified students
• Supervision duties (Recess, hallway, breakfast program)
• Assist in marking (non‑subjective) assignments
• Engage in meetings and conversation with teachers, parents, and other representatives
• Follow assigned timetable when moving from various classrooms
• Participate in staff, group and other team meetings
• Nurture a culture where teachers/educational assistants view themselves as facilitators of learning and reflective practitioners
• Incorporate local community culture, language, and traditions across the curriculum and day

Qualifications:

• Mandatory Grade 12 Diploma
• Post-Secondary Diploma in Educational Assistant
• Clear Vulnerable Person Sector Check
• Experience working with First Nation students
• A combination of Education and experience may be considered if post‑secondary diploma requirements are not yet met; must submit full outline of how and when requirements will be met

Application Instructions – Online Submission:

Please submit your cover letter, resume, and professional references via our online application portal. You can find the link below. Be sure to complete all required fields and attach your documents before submitting.

BambooHR Web Link: https://bn.bamboohr.com/careers/66

Incomplete applications WILL NOT be considered & WILL automatically be screened out.