Student Support Assistant

Government of Nunavut; Arviat; On-site; CAD 73,000 - 84,000; Full time

Job summary

A governmental education department is seeking a Student Support Assistant in Arviat, Nunavut. The role involves supporting student inclusion in educational programs, collaborating with teachers, and providing personal care. The ideal candidate will have experience in educational settings. This position is suitable for Nunavut Inuit residents and includes a salary range of $73,606 to $83,526, plus a northern allowance of $22,178 per year.

Qualifications

• Must have experience working in educational settings with youth.
• Demonstrated ability to assist with personal care and support.

Responsibilities

• Support the inclusion of students in education programs.
• Assist the classroom teacher with behavior support strategies.
• Participate in instructional team and school team meetings.

Job description

Title: Student Support Assistant

Department: Education

Community: Arviat

Requisition Number: 436

Type of Employment: Indeterminate

Salary range: $73,606.00- $83,526.00, 37.5 hours/week

Northern Allowance: $22,178.00 per year

Housing: Subsidized Staff Housing is not Available

Union Status: Nunavut Employees Union

Closing date: December 19, 2025 @ 11:59 p.m. central time

This employment opportunity is restricted to Nunavut Inuit who reside in Arviat only.

Reporting to the Principal of the Levi Angmak Elementary School, the Student Support Assistant (SSA) supports the inclusion of students in the education program. Working with the Student Support Teacher (SST) and the classroom teacher, the SSA assists in implementing education programs for students, supports the classroom teacher in behavior support strategies, participates in instructional team and school team meetings, provides personal care support, professional growth activities and acts in a professional manner.