Part-Time Education Assistant 2 - Student Support

School District 57 (Prince George); Prince George; On-site; CAD 43,000 - 44,000; Part time

Job summary

School District 57 (Prince George) is hiring an Education Assistant 2 to support students under teacher direction, working with small groups or individuals and monitoring during unstructured times. The role includes assisting with drills, preparing instructional materials, and ensuring safety and confidentiality within the school environment.

The position involves transporting students on buses when required, possible outdoor duties in inclement weather, and coordination with parents and staff.

Qualifications

• Grade twelve education.
• Six college/university level courses related to learning/behavioral issues in children or youth.
• One year of related experience with children or youth with exceptional needs in a school, hospital or recognized community agency.
• May require a valid British Columbia driver’s license.
• Ability to perform child-specific behavior management techniques.
• Ability to operate or learn to operate school and/or personalized equipment.
• Ability to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing in the language of instruction in or about the school.
• Ability to perform individually and as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
• Ability to follow directions with regard to individualized education plans and the dispensing of medication.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Performs general health procedures (e.g. daily hygiene, toileting, feeding, positioning, transferring).
• Assists students in gaining independence in specific life skills.
• Accompanies students to community access activities.
• Assists with specific drill and practice activities and note-taking activities such as scribing.
• Assists in organizing and conducting school activities such as field trips, hot dog sales and other special events.
• Observes students and records these observations.
• Scores objective tests and assignments and keeps appropriate records.
• Promotes and fosters co-operative relationships.
• Reports safety, unusual behavior, and discipline concerns to the principal or designate, but resolves any minor disagreements where possible.

Skills

Communication skills

Confidentiality

Team collaboration

Behavior management

Medication procedures

Education

Grade twelve education

Six college/university level courses related to learning/behavioral issues

One year of related experience

Valid BC driver’s license

Job description

School District 57 (Prince George) is hiring an Education Assistant 2 to support students under teacher direction, working with small groups or individuals and monitoring during unstructured times. The role includes assisting with drills, preparing instructional materials, and ensuring safety and confidentiality within the school environment.

The position involves transporting students on buses when required, possible outdoor duties in inclement weather, and coordination with parents and staff.