Temporary Education Assistant & Supervision

British Columbia Public School Employers' Association | Make a Future - Careers in BC Education; Whistler; On-site; CAD 43,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Myrtle Philip Community School in District No. 48 (Sea to Sky) invites applications for a temporary Education Assistant – Supervision role. Immediate start through June 30, 2026, or return of incumbent, with 4.7 hours daily (EA) and 1.0 hour daily (Supervision). Rate: $33.69/hr (EA) and $31.49/hr (Supervision).

The successful candidate will support students with diverse needs under the supervision of school staff and meet program objectives. Criminal records check required.

Qualifications

• Completion of Grade 12 and completion of a recognized Education Assistant program.
• Capilano University Education Assistant Program completion.
• Valid BC Class 5 Driver's License and basic First Aid knowledge.
• Experience with students with disabilities or health/behavioral needs.

Responsibilities

• Assist students with disabilities and health needs to support learning goals.
• Supervise designated areas before/during/after school as assigned.
• Follow directions from principals and classroom teachers.
• Deliver a higher level of care as required by the assignment.

Skills

Student support

First Aid knowledge

Communication skills

Discipline and behavior support

Education

Grade 12

Capilano University Education Assistant Program

Tools

Computers/learning tools

Job description

The following temporary position is open for applications:

EDUCATION ASSISTANT

EDUCATION ASSISTANT - SUPERVISION

Location: District – North

Myrtle Philip Community School

Temporary:

Immediately to June 30, 2026, or return of Incumbent, whichever occurs first

Hours:

4 .7 hours per day, for all days school is in session for students (Education Assistant)

Supervision Hours:

1.0 hour per day, for all days school is in session for students (Supervision) Rate of Pay: $33.69/hour (Education Assistant) $31.49/hour (Supervision)

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 diagnoses, intellectual disabilities and/or social, emotional and behavioural needs 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 Wednesday September 16 , 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.