WINDSOR PARK COLLEGIATE - 6.0 Educational Assistant – Special Needs

The Louis Riel School Division/Le Division Scolair; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 80,489,000 - 92,754,000; Full time

Job summary

Louis Riel School Division is seeking an Educational Assistant – Special Needs at Windsor Park Collegiate in Winnipeg to support students’ physical, social, academic and behavioural well-being. The role includes implementing life skills and positive behaviour strategies and assisting in instructional programming within a team environment.

The position requires an Educational Assistant diploma and at least two years of experience with children, plus First Aid/CPR and training in WEAS/Respect In

Qualifications

• Completion of Educational Assistant diploma and a minimum of two years working with children; preference for those with physical, cognitive or behavioural challenges.
• First Aid and CPR training completed within the probationary period (90 working days).
• WEVAS, Working Safely with Students, and Respect In School or equivalent training is required.
• Knowledge of developmentally appropriate strategies to support students’ physical, social, behavioural and academic needs; ability to adapt and work as part of a team.
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Ability to meet the physical demands of the position including lifting, transferring, and mobility support.

Responsibilities

• Support development of skills and growth, fostering independence under direction of school administration and teachers.
• Implement student specific plans and articulated programming.
• Adhere to all school policies and procedures.
• Perform various record-keeping tasks as required.
• Supervise and assist students during instructional and non-instructional times.
• Prepare and organize materials and equipment for student programming.
• Assist students with mobility as needed.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Adaptability

Education

Educational Assistant diploma

First Aid & CPR training

WEVAS training

Respect In School training

Job description

Educational Assistant – Special Needs

BULLETIN NUMBER: 495/P/26

DATE POSTED: September 4, 2026

SCHOOL: WINDSOR PARK COLLEGIATE

COMMENCING: As soon as can be arranged

COMPENSATION: Educational Assistant 2 Payband $28.09 to $32.37

Job Summary

An Educational Assistant – Special Needs is required to support students’ physical, social, academic, and behavioural well-being;to introduce and reinforce and model life skills and positive behaviour; to assist in delivering instructional programming; to implement strategies for student growth and development; and to provide care and supervision of students in various environments. This position supports the strategic actions of the Multi-Year Strategic Plan.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Support development of skills and growth, fostering independence under the direction and instruction of the school administration, classroom and student service teacher(s), and clinicians for individual or groups of students.
• Implement student specific plans and articulated student programming.
• Adhere to all relevant policies and procedures.
• Perform a variety of record-keeping procedures as required.
• Supervise and assist students during instructional and non-instructional time.
• Preparation and organization of materials and equipment, for student specific plans and articulated student programming,
• Assist students with mobility as needed and required.
• Employ strategies to support personal safety when working with students by understanding and being prepared for the work environment.
• Utilizing Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as required.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications (Education and Experience)

• Completion of Educational Assistant diploma AND a minimum of two (2) years working with children of all ages; preference will be given to those who have experience working with children with physical, cognitive and /or behavioural challenges OR an equivalent combination of post‑secondary education training and experience.
• First Aid and CPR training completed within the probationary period (90 working days).
• Completion of Working Effectively with Violent and Aggressive States (WEVAS), Working Safely with Students, and Respect In School or equivalent training is required.
• Knowledge and experience in applying developmentally appropriate strategies to support the physical, social, behavioural and academic needs of students demonstrated ability to adapt to changing and work as a team member.
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to develop rapport with students, on a one-to-one basis and in group settings.
• Understanding of human development for infancy to early childhood, middle childhood to early adolescence, and adolescence to young adulthood.
• Demonstrated ability to problem‑solve, to interpret situations accurately and to respond appropriately and responsibly.
• Ability to support K-12 academic programming including literacy and numeracy.
• Ability to assist students with personal care needs.
• A positive outlook with a belief in the ethic of caring and inclusion.
• Ability to meet physical demands of the position which may include lifting, transferring, and the ability to move alongside the student.

Conditions of Employment

• Satisfactory Criminal Record Check, including Vulnerable Sector Search.
• Clear report from the Child Abuse Registry.
• Review and comply with Divisional policies and guidelines.
• Continued employment is subject to maintaining legal eligibility to work in Canada.
• Valid Manitoba Driver’s License, current Driver’s Abstract, and access to a reliable vehicle when required.

Selection of candidates shall adhere to existing CUPE 3473 collective agreement provisions.

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

The Louis Riel School Division is committed to employment equity and accessibility. We encourage applications from members of equity-seeking groups with diverse abilities, backgrounds, cultures, identities.

The Louis Riel School Division is committed to:

Fostering employment equity and accessibility. We encourage applications from members of equity-seeking groups with diverse abilities, backgrounds, cultures, identities

Providing an inclusive and barrier‑free experience for people with accessibility needs. Applicants may request reasonable accommodation related to the materials or activities used throughout the selection process. To make a confidential request, send an email to the Staff Services Department so that the necessary arrangements can be made.

We thank all applicants for their interest. Only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

APPLICATION DEADLINE: 4:00 p.m., Friday September 11, 2026