Elementary Educational Assistant

SCSBC; Burnaby; On-site; CAD 32,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

John Knox Christian School in Burnaby, BC is seeking an Educational Assistant on an on-call basis to support teachers and students across grade levels in a Christ-centred learning environment.

You will assist with plans, small groups, and classroom routines, fostering a safe and encouraging atmosphere while upholding the school’s mission and Christian culture.

Qualifications

• Commitment to Christ-centred education and alignment with the mission of the school.
• A warm, calm, and adaptable approach when supporting students.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism.
• Experience working with children in elementary and/or middle school settings is an asset.
• Experience supporting students with diverse learning needs is an asset.
• Educational Assistant training is an asset but not required.

Responsibilities

• Follow plans, procedures, and programs provided by the Educational Support Services Department.
• Support individual and small groups of students with learning, social, emotional, or behavioural needs.
• Help create and maintain a safe, welcoming, and respectful learning environment.
• Support classroom routines and daily transitions.
• Build positive, trusting relationships with students and staff.
• Adapt with flexibility, patience, and care to meet the needs of each student under your care.
• Uphold the mission, values, and Christian culture of John Knox Christian School.

Skills

Compassionate demeanor

Strong communication

Team collaboration

Adaptable

Education

Educational Assistant training (asset)

Job description

Employment Type: on-call

Compensation Range: $26.86/hr

Date Posted: 14 October 2026

Educational Assistant - On Call

John Knox Christian School invites caring, patient, and dedicated individuals to join our Educational Assistant team. This is a meaningful opportunity to serve in a Christ-centred learning community where faith, relationships, and excellence guide our work each day. Our school offers a welcoming and supportive staff culture, a faith-based environment where your work makes a genuine difference, and opportunities to build strong relationships as part of a caring school community.

Located in Burnaby, BC, John Knox Christian School is committed to preparing students for a life of transformation and service through excellent Christ-centered education. Our staff live out this mission by nurturing strong relationships, supporting the whole child, and working together in a spirit of care, professionalism, and shared purpose.

As an Educational Assistant, you will be welcomed into a supportive school community and work alongside teachers and support staff to meet the diverse needs of students. You will support students across grade levels, helping to maintain continuity of learning and contributing to a safe, respectful, and encouraging classroom environment.

As an Educational Assistant, you will:

• Follow plans, procedures, and programs provided by the Educational Support Services Department
• Support individual and small groups of students with learning, social, emotional, or behavioural needs
• Help create and maintain a safe, welcoming, and respectful learning environment
• Support classroom routines and daily transitions
• Build positive, trusting relationships with students and staff
• Adapt with flexibility, patience, and care to meet the needs of each student under your care
• Uphold the mission, values, and Christian culture of John Knox Christian School

Qualifications:

• Commitment to Christ-centred education and alignment with the mission of the school
• A warm, calm, and adaptable approach when supporting students
• Strong communication and collaboration skills
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism
• Experience working with children in elementary and/or middle school settings is an asset
• Experience supporting students with diverse learning needs is an asset
• Educational Assistant training is an asset but not required