Educational Assistant (St. Andrew's - Victoria)

York Region District School Board; British Columbia; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in British Columbia is seeking a dedicated Educational Assistant to support students at St. Andrew's Regional High School. The role requires excellent communication skills, the ability to work well with children, and a certified educational assistant qualification. This position offers a Monday to Friday schedule with a focus on supporting students with diverse needs.

Qualifications

• Experience with challenging behaviours.
• Basic First Aid and CPR Certificate.
• Autism training and/or experience.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Discretion

Ability to work well with children

Physical ability for an active job

Education

Certified Educational Assistant (CEA) certificate

Job description

Educational Assistant at St. Andrew's Regional High School in Victoria

Schedule: Monday to Friday - 6.5 hours per day

Qualifications:

• Certified Educational Assistant (CEA) certificate or equivalent (e.g., Human Resource Worker, Teacher)
• Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA) training (asset)
• Autism training and/or experience (asset)
• Experience with challenging behaviours (asset)
• Basic First Aid and CPR Certificate (asset)
• Successful EA experience
• Physical ability for an active job
• Ability to work well with children, colleagues, and administration
• Discretion when dealing with confidential matters
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Application Requirements:

• Cover letter and resume
• Support Staff Application Form
• Photocopy of Education Assistant certificate and/or transcripts
• Recent evaluation report from recent employer
• Photocopy of marriage certificate (if applicable)

If Catholic, please submit:

• Pastor Reference Form
• Photocopy of Baptismal Certificate

Support Staff Application and Pastor Reference forms are available on [website]. Only short-listed applicants will be contacted. Selected candidates will be required to participate in the Foundations of Faith Program.

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