SS2026- 35: Education Assistant - Elementary

British Columbia Public School Employers' Association | Make a Future - Careers in BC Education; West Vancouver; On-site; CAD 48,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

West Vancouver Schools is seeking an Education Assistant for an elementary classroom. The role involves supporting the teacher, implementing IEP-based adaptations, and providing supervision to ensure student safety and active participation.

Required are Grade 12, Special Education Assistant training, and ABA experience. Some positions may require driving; the team emphasizes inclusive education and collaborative planning.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 graduation or equivalent mandatory.
• Post-secondary Special Education Assistant training or related courses.
• Recent experience and training supporting ABA programs.
• Ability to interact effectively with parents, teachers and students with diverse needs.
• Ability to operate basic instructional equipment and adapt materials.
• Valid BC Driver's license may be required for some postings.

Responsibilities

• Participate in planning and implementing adaptations and strategies per student IEPs.
• Support in the classroom or learning support room under supervision.
• Assist with personal care and safety as needed and assist with positioning and transfers.
• Collaborate with teachers to maintain inclusive, supportive learning environments.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Written communication

Organization

Adaptability

Education

Grade 12 Graduation

Special Education Assistant certificate or related courses

ABA program training/experience

Job description

POSTED: August 21 , 202 6

CLOSING DATE: 1:00pm, August 28 , 202 6

COMPETITION # S S 202 6 - 3 5

EDUCATION ASSISTANT(S) – Elementary

Postings for the 202 6 -202 7 School Year

Effective September 8, 2026 until the return of the incumbent

Ridgeview Elementary

29.5 hours per week

Salary starts at $33.15/hr at Step 1, plus 16% in lieu of benefits

Why West Vancouver Schools?

West Vancouver Schools, the premier place for learning, has a long-held reputation for excellence and innovation. Our motto endorses our vision that we aspire to provide the finest educational experience in the country – for our children, our employees, our community and our world. We support this vision in the work we do, and the drive to be the first and best is clear, both inside and outside the organization.

Summary of Duties:

Reporting to the District Administrator/Designate, the Education Assistant-Individual(s) participates as a member of a team and assists in the ongoing planning and implementing of adaptations and strategies as outlined in the student Individualized Education Plan (IEP), primarily within the classroom or learning support room, under the direction of the classroom teacher/ Learning Support Teacher (LST). These positions may require the maintenance of a constant state of vigilance in order to ensure the personal safety of student(s) and/ or staff. Certain positions may also be required to provide personal assistance and care and/ or position, wheelchair transfer and implement behaviour safety plans. The requirements will vary depending on the individual student(s) assigned.

Required Qualifications and Experience:

• Grade 12 Graduation
• Post-secondary training such as Special Education Assistant certificate or related courses
• Recent experience & training supporting ABA program
• Individual postings may require specialized courses or skills
• Proven success in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with parents, teachers and students with exceptional needs
• Ability to operate various types of special equipment
• Individual postings may require the ability to facilitate the movement and positioning of students Valid B.C. Driver's license
• Flexibility to undertake a variety of assignments
• Good organizational, interpersonal and communication (oral and written) skills
• Ability and dedication in working with students with diverse physical, social and cognitive needs
• Some knowledge of standard office equipment including personal computers for instructional use

OR an equivalent combination of training and experience

Site Specific Considerations:

The successful applicants will have training and experience working with a wide variety of children with special needs including those with learning disabilities, multiple handicapping conditions, challenging behaviours and autism. Personal care may be required. May be required to support community services (eg swimming, bowling, etc). May be required to drive.

We thank all interested applicants; however, only short listed candidates will be contacted.

Successful applicants not currently employed by West Vancouver Schools are required to sign a “consent for Criminal Record Search” to permit a criminal record review.