Specialized Education Technician

Geosam Capital; Montreal (administrative region); On-site; CAD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Family leave

Sick days

Well-being culture

Employee discounts

Employee assistance program

RREGOP pension

Group insurance

Telemedicine

Job summary

Marguerite‑Bourgeoys School Service Centre is seeking a specialized education technician to support students with diverse needs. You will help develop intervention plans, lead instructional activities, and assist in learning, reading, and writing tasks within the classroom.

The role emphasizes crisis de‑escalation, behavior modification support, autonomy, teamwork, and strong communication with parents and educators to foster a safe, inclusive learning environment.

Qualifications

• Holds a DEC in one of the listed disciplines or an equivalent recognized by authorities.
• Holds DEC plus two certificates from the specified list.
• Holds a BAC in psychology or related field (or social work).
• Holds an AEC of 60 credits in Special Education Techniques or Social Work Techniques.
• AEC diplomas under 60 credits are accepted but do not grant access to a regular position.
• Demonstrates adaptability, stress management, autonomy, rigor, organization, and teamwork.
• Exhibits good judgment, problem-solving, empathy, patience, and child safety focus.

Responsibilities

• Participate in development and writing of intervention plans for students in difficulty.
• Develop and lead educational, cultural, recreational, and sports activities.
• Support learning in class and help with reading, writing, and homework.
• Observe and intervene to promote calm, apply crisis-intervention techniques.
• Meet students, parents, and staff to advise and provide documentation.

Skills

Adaptability

Stress management

Autonomy

Rigorous

Organization

Teamwork

Problem solving

Education

DEC in Special Care Counselling

DEC and 2 certificates (psychoeducational/mental health/other)

BAC in Psychology/Social Work/Related field

AEC 60 credits in Special Education Techniques or Social Work Techniques

Job description

Start Date: 2026-08-27

There are professions that change trajectories. Being a specialized education technician at CSSMB is one of them. Alongside students with disabilities or difficulties, you participate in intervention plans, lead educational activities, support learning, de-escalate crises, and assist them in their behavior modification process with method and kindness. In collaboration with various stakeholders, you create the conditions that allow them to learn, grow, and find their place.

Responsibilities

• Participate in the development and writing of the intervention plan for the student in difficulty;

• Develop, organize, and lead educational or pedagogical support activities, cultural, recreational, and sports activities aimed at developing social, cognitive, psychomotor, communication skills, or others;

• Support the student in their learning, particularly in class; help them with reading and writing and provide explanations; assist them in learning lessons and completing homework;

• Observe the situation and intervene with students in reaction to their environment; provide them with a helping relationship; use, during a crisis, intervention techniques that can promote a return to calm and order; accompany them in their behavior modification process; support the teacher in ensuring a conducive learning environment in the classroom;

• Meet with students, parents, and teaching staff to advise, inform, and provide them with relevant documentation and references.

Requirements

• Hold a college diploma (DEC) in one of the following disciplines:

  • Special Care Counselling
  • Social Work Techniques
  • Delinquency Intervention Techniques
  • or hold a diploma or certificate of studies whose equivalence is recognized by the competent authority

• Hold one (1) general college diploma (DEC) and two (2) certificates from the following:

  • Certificate in Psychoeducational Intervention
  • Certificate in Mental Health: Foundations and Intervention Practices
  • Certificate in Intellectual Disability and Autism Spectrum Disorder Intervention
  • Certificate in Victimology
  • Certificate in Criminology
  • Certificate in Addiction Prevention
  • Certificate in Educational Intervention in Family and Community Settings
  • Certificate in Youth Intervention: Foundations and Practices

• Hold one (1) undergraduate university degree (BAC) in one of the following:

  • Psychology
  • Psychoeducation
  • Social Work
  • Social Services
  • School Adaptation
  • Addiction
  • Criminology

• Hold a college studies attestation (AEC) of 60 credits (or more) in one of the following disciplines:

  • Special Education Techniques
  • Social Work Techniques
• Diplomas (AEC in Special Education / AEC in Social Work of less than 60 credits) are accepted but do not grant access to a regular position.

• Have a good ability to adapt, good stress management, and be autonomous;

• Be rigorous, organized, and have a strong interest in teamwork;

• Possess good judgment and excellent problem-solving skills;

• Be empathetic, patient, and prioritize the well‑being and safety of children.

Benefits

• Family obligation leave and many others
• Sick days and special leave
• CSSMB promotes a culture focused on well‑being and balance. Disconnect to reconnect better!
• Diverse recreational programs and employee discounts
• Employee assistance program
• Defined benefit pension plan (RREGOP) that ensures predictable and stable income during retirement
• Group insurance plan
• Telemedicine service

We thank you for your interest in the Marguerite‑Bourgeoys School Service Centre. Please note that all applications will be processed, and we will contact those who match the desired profile.

We also subscribe to an employment equity program and therefore invite women, Indigenous peoples, members of visible minorities, ethnic minorities, and persons with disabilities to submit their applications.

All our employees are subject to the Act respecting the laicity of the State and the Education Act (LIP). This law provides, among other things, for the prohibition of wearing religious symbols for anyone in contact with students.