Student Support Assistant — Special Needs & Classroom Help

Waycobah First Nation; Whycocomagh; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local educational institution in Nova Scotia is seeking four Student Program Assistants to support students with special needs in the classroom. Responsibilities include assisting students with routines, managing behavior, and monitoring progress under teacher supervision. Applicants must have completed Grade 12, with a preference for those fluent in Mi’kmaq. This full-time position begins on September 2, 2025, and strong interpersonal skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Fluency in Mi’kmaq strongly recommended.
• Experience working with children exhibiting challenging behaviors.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Assist students with physical & mobility challenges.
• Help students with routines and planned programming.
• Monitor and report student progress to classroom teacher.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Basic computer skills

Education

Completion of Grade 12 or equivalent

Tools

Technology support

Job description

A local educational institution in Nova Scotia is seeking four Student Program Assistants to support students with special needs in the classroom. Responsibilities include assisting students with routines, managing behavior, and monitoring progress under teacher supervision. Applicants must have completed Grade 12, with a preference for those fluent in Mi’kmaq. This full-time position begins on September 2, 2025, and strong interpersonal skills are essential.