Job Summary

BCESA hires new EA's in the beginning of each school year (September start). If you are interested in a position as an Educational Assistant please read the following criteria:

• Educational Assistants implement specialized services for children with a variety of learning needs. Positions are at preschools and daycares. The successful candidate will be able to establish a positive rapport with children as well as maintaining effective working relationships with school personnel and outside agencies. ​
• Wages start at $22/hour
• Part-time positions are 15 hour/week, 5-mornings a week; full-time positions are 30 hours/week, Monday-Friday

Job Type / Category

Responsibilities:

• Assists children as directed by the teacher either in a group setting or with an individual child,
• Encourages the development of positive self-esteem of children,
• Implement, in consultation with the teacher, educational programming,
• Monitor and document children's progress, and
• Reinforce instructional strategies as directed by the teacher and IPP in programming for the diverse needs of the children.

Required Education, Skills and Qualifications

Education/Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• One or more years relevant experience or related post-secondary education
• Ability to carry out the plans and directions of teaching staff and therapists
• Experience working in a school environment
• First Aid Certificate with CPR considered an asset
• Criminal Record and Vulnerable Sector Check

Skills/Attributes:

• Ability to establish a rapport with students as well as maintaining effective working relationships with school personnel and outside agencies,
• Outstanding verbal/written communication skills,
• Ability to work independently as well as cooperatively with a team of educational professionals, and
• Ability to adapt and manage changing priorities.

Salary: $22/hour depending on experience

Company Profile

The successful candidate must submit a current Criminal Record and Vulnerable Sector Check.

Please submit your cover letter, resume and contact information of three professional references, to Michelle Thompson-Blair, Director of Operations.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Salary: From $22.00 per hour

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Language:

• English (preferred)

Work Location: One location

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