SS2026-37: Education Assistant - Elementary

British Columbia Public School Employers' Association | Make a Future - Careers in BC Education; West Vancouver; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 44,000; Part time

Job summary

West Vancouver Schools is seeking an Education Assistant-Individual(s) to support students with diverse needs within the classroom or learning support room, following their IEPs under the guidance of a teacher/LST. The role emphasizes safety, personal care when required, and collaboration with families and staff.

The position is 29.5 hours per week, from Sept 8, 2026 to June 29, 2027, with a starting wage of $33.15/hr at Step 1 plus 16% in lieu of benefits; external applicants may request the

Qualifications

• Grade 12 graduation required.
• Post-secondary training in Special Education Assistant or related courses.
• Experience & training supporting ABA programs.
• Ability to work with diverse students and maintain relationships with parents and staff.
• Valid BC driver's license.
• Good organizational and communication skills (oral and written).
• Ability to operate various types of specialized equipment.
• Flexibility for a variety of assignments.
• Familiarity with office equipment and PCs.

Responsibilities

• Support planning and implementation of student IEP adaptations.
• Assist in classroom or learning support room under supervision.
• Maintain student safety and provide personal assistance when required.
• Assist with movement/positioning of students as needed.
• Collaborate with teachers and Learning Support Teacher.
• May support community activities and transportation.

Skills

Experience with ABA programs

Driver's license

Excellent communication

Strong organizational skills

Team collaboration

Safety and supervision

Adaptability

PC literacy

Education

Grade 12 Graduation

Special Education Assistant certificate or related courses

Tools

Office equipment knowledge

Personal computers for instruction

Job description

Bowen Island Community School

29.5 hours per week

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

Effective September 8, 2026, to June 29, 2027

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.

The full job description is available on Inside45 for internal staff. External applicants can request a copy of the job description from the Human Resources Department; email: [e-mail].

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.

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.