Montessori Classroom/Educational Assistant

British Columbia Public School Employers' Association | Make a Future - Careers in BC Education; Victoria; On-site; CAD 32,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

British Columbia Public School Employers' Association | Make a Future - Careers in BC Education is seeking dedicated Classroom / Educational Assistants to join our Intermediate or Middle School team (Grades 4–8). The successful candidate will join a collaborative team of educators passionate about providing a holistic, student-centred learning experience.

This full-time role runs Monday to Friday from 8:15 AM to 3:00 PM, starting September 1, 2026 through June 30, 2027, with continuing contract

Qualifications

• Experience with intermediate/middle school students (Grades 4–8).
• Strong communication skills with children and adults.
• Highly organized, reliable, and able to take direction.
• Openness to learning Montessori approach.
• Current First Aid certification or willingness to acquire.
• Clean Criminal Record Check.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with teachers to support student engagement and progress across Grades 4–8.
• Work 1-on-1 or in small groups to reinforce learning and support diverse needs.
• Maintain an organized, peaceful, and prepared classroom environment.
• Provide active supervision during recess, lunch, and transitions.
• Model positive behavior and encourage self-regulation and respectful peer relationships.

Skills

Communication with children and adults

Organization

Initiative

Willingness to learn Montessori

Education

First Aid certification

Criminal Record Check

Montessori philosophy understanding (asset)

Job description

We are currently seeking dedicated, adaptable Classroom / Educational Assistants to join our Intermediate or Middle School team (Grades 4–8). The successful candidate will join a collaborative team of educators passionate about providing a holistic, student-centred learning experience.

This role encompasses general classroom management/support and individualized academic or behavioural support. Experience with the Montessori philosophy is an asset, but not a necessity—a desire to learn and embrace our approach is welcome!

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with classroom teachers to support student engagement, academic progress, and social-emotional growth across Grades 4–8.
• Work 1-on-1 or in small groups to reinforce learning concepts, promote study habits, and support diverse learning needs.
• Assist in maintaining an organized, peaceful, and prepared classroom environment.
• Provide active supervision during non-instructional times, including recess, lunch, and transitions.
• Model positive behavior management, encouraging self-regulation and respectful peer relationships.

Desired Qualities & Qualifications

• Successful experience working with and understanding intermediate/middle school students (Grades 4–8).
• Strong communication skills with both children and adults.
• Highly organized, reliable, and able to take direction as well as show initiative.
• Openness and interest in learning about the Montessori philosophy.
• Current First Aid certification (or willingness to acquire upon hire).
• Clean Criminal Record Check
• Current First Aid, or willingness to acquire

Work Schedule & Term Details

These positions are full-time assignments with the opportunity for continuing contracts, running Monday to Friday from 8:15 AM to 3:00 PM, starting September 1st, 2026 through June 30th, 2027.

• Bonus Opportunity: Candidates interested in additional hours may also apply to work in our After-School Care Program from 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM, Monday through Friday.

Summary

Position Title: Classroom / Educational Assistant

Grade Level: Upper Elementary / Middle School (Grades 4–8)

Term: Full-Time, (continuing)

Dates: September 1st, 2026 - June 30th, 2027* continuing contract opportunities available

Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8:15 AM – 3:00 PM

Opportunity for extended hours in After-School Care from 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM