Temporary Education Assistant

British Columbia Public School Employers' Association | Make a Future - Careers in BC Education; Squamish; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 48,000; Part time

Job summary

British Columbia Public School Employers' Association | Make a Future - Careers in BC Education seeks an Education Assistant for École Squamish Elementary. Temporary assignment from Sept 17, 2026 to June 30, 2027 or until incumbent returns. 5.5 hours per day on school days. Rate of pay: $33.69/hour.

Under supervision of principals and classroom teachers, you will assist students with disabilities and health needs while supporting program goals. A criminal records check is required.

Qualifications

• Completion of Grade 12 plus a special program (Capilano University Education Assistant Program).
• Valid Class 5 BC Driver's License.
• Knowledge of basic First Aid.
• Basic knowledge of related learning tools (ie. computers, etc).

Responsibilities

• Assist students with disabilities and support achievement of program goals.
• Supervise designated areas before, during, or after school as defined by assignment.

Education

Grade 12 + Capilano University Education Assistant Program

Tools

First Aid knowledge

Basic computer skills

Job description

EDUCATION ASSISTANT

Location: District – South

École Squamish Elementary

Temporary: September 17, 2026 to June 30, 2027, or return of Incumbent, whichever occurs first

Hours: 5.5 hours per day, for all days school is in session for students (Education Assistant)

Rate of Pay: $33.69/hour (Education Assistant)

Duties & Responsibilities:

Under the direction of the Principal(s) and the general supervision of the Classroom Teacher(s), provides assistance to students who have physical disabilities, chronic health impairments, intellectual disabilities and/or social, emotional and behavioural problems as designated by the Director of Instruction, while supporting the achievement of stated programs goals and objectives. Supervision of a designated area either inside or outside the school, before, during and/or after school as defined by the terms of the assignment.

This position will require the successful applicant to deliver a higher level of care.

Qualifications:

Completion of Grade 12 plus a special program and over six (6) months up to and including one (1) year's related experience. A special program would be the Capilano University Education Assistant Program. Valid Class 5 B.C. Driver's License. Knowledge of basic First Aid. Basic knowledge of related learning tools (ie. computers, etc).

Competition Closes Friday August 21 , 2026 , at 4:00 p.m.

Please note that prospective employees new to School District No. 48 (Sea to Sky) must agree to undergo a criminal records check, as failure to do so will be grounds for refusing employment.

We thank all applicants for their interest, but only those applicants who have been given consideration for an interview will be contacted.

School District No.48 (Sea to Sky) prioritizes those candidates who self-identify as Indigenous, LGBTQIA2S+, a member of a visible minority and/or a person with a disability for all positions within the School District.