Educational Program Assistant (Term ends Jan 30, 2026)

Eastern Shore Consolidated; Dartmouth; On-site; CAD 36,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational institution in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia is seeking an Educational Program Assistant to provide personal care, implement behavior management support, and assist with various medical-related procedures. Candidates must have valid CPR certification and experience working with autism or Down's syndrome is preferred. This role offers an annual salary of $35,817.70 along with competitive benefits and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Attractive schedules offering work/life balance

Comprehensive health and dental benefits

Defined benefit pension plan

Employee and Family Assistance Program

Qualifications

• Certification in First Aid/CPR is mandatory.
• Ability to perform light and medium lifting.
• Experience with crisis intervention techniques.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care assistance.
• Implement behavior management support and de-escalation strategies.
• Assist with medical-related procedures and follow-up.

Skills

Valid First Aid / CPR Certification

Light Lifting (up to 20 pounds)

Medium Lifting (up to 50 pounds)

Non-Violent Crisis Intervention Certification

Experience Working with Down's Syndrome

Experience Working with Autism

Education

Related diploma or certificate from a recognized post secondary institution

Tools

Chromebooks

Google Apps

Voice-to-Text / Assistive Tech

Job description

Overview

Details :

Daily Start Time : 09:15 AM, Daily End Time : 03:21 PM

Job Requirements

• Valid First Aid / CPR Certification (please upload certificate or proof of registration in upcoming course to your resume)
• Light Lifting (up to 20 pounds)
• Medium Lifting (up to 50 pounds)
• Non-Violent Crisis Intervention Certification

Trained or Willing to be Trained

• Toileting
• Personal Care
• Use of Assistive Technology
• Physiotherapy Follow-up
• Seizure Management
• Behaviour Management Support (Assist with implementation and tracking of behaviour targets, De-escalation strategies, Foster pro-social and conflict resolution skills, Implement calming strategies)
• Other Medical Related Procedures

Assets

• Experience Working with Down's Syndrome
• Experience Working with Autism
• A related diploma or certificate from a recognized post secondary institution, including a formal practicum placement will be considered an asset.

Additional Comments / Training Required

Use of Chromebooks, Google Apps and Voice-to-Text / Assistive Tech

HRCE offers

• Attractive schedules offering work / life balance
• Competitive compensation
• Comprehensive health and dental benefits cost-shared with the employer
• Defined benefit pension plan with contributions matched by the employer
• Excellent career opportunities and potential for professional growth and development
• Employee and Family Assistance Program

Educational Program Assistants are members of the Canadian Union of Public Employees, Local 5047 (CUPE). The CUPE collective agreement can be accessed by requesting the document from the employer.

Rate of Pay

This is a 10-month position with a work schedule in accordance with the school year calendar which includes time off at Christmas, March Break and Summer break.

The starting annual salary for a 100% position is $35,817.70 including 4% vacation pay. Rates are based on a five (5) step scale with step increases occurring annually in accordance with the Collective Agreement as shown below. EPAs are paid every two weeks with the annual salary paid across 12 months (August 1st to July 31st) for working a 10-month school year. The annual salary for term positions less than a school year is pro-rated over the length of the term.

Daily Hours of Work

• 50% Position = 3.5 hours (includes one 15 minute paid break)
• 80% Position = 6.1 hours (includes ½ hour unpaid lunch and two 15 minute paid breaks)
• 100% Position = 7.5 hours (includes ½ hour unpaid lunch and two 15 minute paid breaks)

Applicants must complete the EPA Specific Questionnaire at the end of the Educational Program Assistant Resume Template.