J.H. BRUNS COLLEGIATE - 6.5 Educational Assistant – Special Needs

The Louis Riel School Division/Le Division Scolair; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 39,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

The Louis Riel School Division in Winnipeg is seeking an Educational Assistant - Special Needs to support students’ physical, social, academic, and behavioural well‑being, and to assist with instruction and life skills development. You will help implement strategies for growth and provide supervision in various environments.

The role requires an Educational Assistant diploma and a minimum of two years’ experience with children, including those with physical, cognitive, or behavioural challenges.

Qualifications

• Completion of Educational Assistant diploma and minimum two years' experience with children of various ages.
• First Aid and CPR training completed within probationary period.
• WEVAS/Working Safely with Students and Respect In School or equivalent training required.
• Ability to adapt to changing environments and work as a team.

Responsibilities

• Support development of skills and growth, fostering independence under direction.
• Coordinate with classroom teachers, clinicians, and staff for individual or group support.
• Implement student-specific plans and programming.
• Maintain records and supervise students during instructional and non-instructional times.
• Assist students with mobility and personal care needs.
• Follow PPE and safety procedures and adhere to policies.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Verbal communication

Written communication

Team collaboration

Education

Educational Assistant diploma

First Aid and CPR training

WEVAS/Respect In School training

Job description

Educational Assistant - Special Needs

Bulletin Number: 504/P/26

Date Posted: September 4, 2026

School: J.H. Bruns Collegiate

Commencing: As soon as can be arranged.

Compensation: Educational Assistant 2 Payband $28.09 to $32.37

Job Summary

An Educational Assistant - Special Needs is required to support students' physical, social, academic, and behavioural well-being; to introduce and reinforce and model life skills and positive behaviour; to assist in delivering instructional programming; to implement strategies for student growth and development; and to provide care and supervision of students in various environments. This position supports the strategic actions of the Multi-Year Strategic Plan.

Responsibilities and Duties

As the Educational Assistant - Special Needs, you will:

• Support development of skills and growth, fostering independence under the direction and instruction of the school
• Administration, classroom and student service teacher(s), and clinicians for individual or groups of students.
• Implement student specific plans and articulated student programming.
• Adhere to all relevant policies and procedures.
• Perform a variety of record-keeping procedures as required.
• Supervise and assist students during instructional and non-instructional time.
• Preparation and organization of materials and equipment, for student specific plans and articulated student programming,
• Assist students with mobility as needed and required.
• Employ strategies to support personal safety when working with students by understanding and being prepared for the work environment. Utilizing Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as required.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications (Education and Experience)

• Completion of Educational Assistant diploma AND a minimum of two (2) years working with children of all ages; preference will be given to those who have experience working with children with physical, cognitive and/or behavioural challenges OR an equivalent combination of post-secondary education training and experience.
• First Aid and CPR training completed within the probationary period (90 working days).
• Completion of Working Effectively with Violent and Aggressive States (WEVAS), Working Safely with Students, and Respect In School or equivalent training is required.
• Knowledge and experience in applying developmentally appropriate strategies to support the physical, social, behavioural and academic needs of students demonstrated ability to adapt to changing and work as a team member.
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to develop rapport with students, on a one-to-one basis and in group settings.
• Understanding of human development for infancy to early childhood, middle childhood to early adolescence, and adolescence to young adulthood.
• Demonstrated ability to problem-solve, to interpret situations accurately and to respond appropriately and responsibly.
• Ability to support K-12 academic programming including literacy and numeracy.
• Ability to assist students with personal care needs.
• A positive outlook with a belief in the ethic of caring and inclusion.
• Ability to meet physical demands of the position which may include lifting, transferring, and the ability to move alongside the student.

Conditions of Employment

• Satisfactory Criminal Record Check, including Vulnerable Sector Search.
• Clear report from the Child Abuse Registry.
• Review and comply with Divisional policies and guidelines.
• Continued employment is subject to maintaining legal eligibility to work in Canada.
• Valid Manitoba Driver's License, current Driver's Abstract, and access to a reliable vehicle when required.

Employer Commitment

• Fostering employment equity and accessibility. We encourage applications from members of equity-seeking groups with diverse abilities, backgrounds, cultures, identities
• Providing an inclusive and barrier-free experience for people with accessibility needs. Applicants may request reasonable accommodation related to the materials or activities used throughout the selection process. To make a confidential request, send an email to the Staff Services Department so that the necessary arrangements can be made.

We thank all applicants for their interest. Only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

Application Deadline: 4:00 p.m., Friday September 11, 2026

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