Educational Assistant: Personal Care & Safety Support

Province of Nova Scotia Regional Centres for Education; Windsor; On-site; CAD 27,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Annapolis Valley Regional Centre for Education (AVRCE) in Windsor, NS, is hiring Educational Assistants for Windsor Elementary School for the 2026-2027 school year. Starting wages include Educational Assistant 1 at $26.99/hour and Educational Assistant 2 at $19.38/hour.

Closing date for applications is October 30, 2026 at midnight. Positions involve supporting students with medical/personal care and safety/behavior needs, with responsibilities spanning personal care, safety management,

Qualifications

• Diploma or equivalent in human services or related field.
• Bona fide occupational requirements identified (ASL, PECs, Braille, lifting, etc).
• Health-care support training or certification as required.
• Ability to perform physical requirements of the position.
• Current CPR and First Aid training.

Responsibilities

• Assist students with personal care and routines under supervision.
• Operate support equipment and administer medications per guidelines.
• Support safety and behavior management per student plans.
• Transport students to and from school as needed.
• Develop positive rapport and supervise students during breaks and meals.

Skills

CPR & First Aid

Mobility support

Care planning

Behavior support

Education

Human Services diploma or equivalent

Job description

Annapolis Valley Regional Centre for Education (AVRCE) in Windsor, NS, is hiring Educational Assistants for Windsor Elementary School for the 2026-2027 school year. Starting wages include Educational Assistant 1 at $26.99/hour and Educational Assistant 2 at $19.38/hour.

Closing date for applications is October 30, 2026 at midnight. Positions involve supporting students with medical/personal care and safety/behavior needs, with responsibilities spanning personal care, safety management,