Educational Assistants

Society of Christian Schools in BC; British Columbia; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Pacific Christian Secondary School is hiring full-time Educational Assistants for the 2025/26 school year and beyond. Candidates will support students with Individualized Education Plans, fostering a nurturing learning environment infused with Christian values. This rewarding role requires collaboration with teachers and a commitment to student development.

Qualifications

• Experience in working with youth with disabilities and learning challenges preferred.
• Compassion and patience in a learning environment are crucial.
• Active Christian faith required.

Responsibilities

• Implement strategies in Individual Education Plans for students.
• Provide one-on-one academic, social, and emotional support.
• Communicate regularly with the school team.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Support abilities

Education

Education Assistant Program

Job description

School/Organization: Pacific Christian School

Employment Type: full-time

Compensation Range: See EA Wage Grid below

Date Posted: 2 April 2025

Closing Date: 28 April 2025

For the 2025/26 school year and beyond, Pacific Christian Secondary School is seeking Educational Assistants who are passionate about walking alongside students — guiding their learning, sparking curiosity, and nurturing their formation. We invite educators who see supporting teachers and students as a calling, who delight in shaping both minds and hearts, and who desire to cultivate a learning environment where students grow in knowledge, faith, and service.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Educational Assistants work as team members with teachers and student services staff to assist in the implementation of Individualized Education Plans, including provision of universal learning supports, individualized strategies, and one-to-one support for students, ages 12-19.

Specific tasks:

• With support from the coordinators and the teachers, implement the strategies outlined in each student’s Individual Education Plan
• Provide academic, social, and emotional support for students in Grades 8-12
• Support students one-on-one and in small groups in classrooms and other designated spaces.
• Communicate regularly with all members of the student’s school-based team to promote an open, collaborative environment that best serves the student.
• Participate in staff training/professional development activities, staff meetings, and conferences.
• Adhere to prescribed documentation protocols for tracking daily tasks and student progress
• Perform other tasks which may include reading or scribing for a student, providing one-to-one or small group support, assisting the teacher in the classroom, providing personal care, and completing other necessary tasks to provide inclusion opportunities for all students.
• Monday to Friday 8.00 am – 3.15 pm

REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Ability to effectively support students with minimal supervision
• Excellent interpersonal skills with adults and youth
• Previous experience working in a learning environment with children and/or youth with disabilities, learning difficulties, ADHD, and/or mental health challenges
• Strong written and oral communication skills

QUALIFICATIONS

• The preferred candidate will have completed an Education Assistant Program or education about and experience working with high school-age students in a learning environment.
• All applicants should have compassion and patience for students who face learning challenges and must be able to work collaboratively with colleagues to support student learning.
• Applicants must have an active Christian faith that shapes their life.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

This posting is for a one-year position, with the possibility of extension or transfer to other student support roles.

• Start date: August 25, 2025
• End date: last week in June
• The Salary for this position is based on education and experience. Here is the 2024-2025 EA Wage Grid (There is an expected wage increase for the 2025-26 school year)

To apply, please forward the following:

• personal statement of faith
• Contact information for three references. Not all referees need to comment on the same aspects but taken together, please ensure that the referees are able to offer insight on character, Christian faith, experience with and passion for working with children and/or youth

This posting will remain open until filled, but priority consideration will be given to applications received by April 28, 2025.