S-26-066 | Educator in a school setting

Job summary

Organize and lead educational and recreational activities for preschool and elementary students, while supporting their development and ensuring their health and safety. Assist students with daily routines and learning, maintain orderly spaces and materials, and collaborate with teachers, parents, and the school team.

Job details

Details of the position Job title: Educator in a school setting School / Centre / Department : Knowlton Academy Location : Knowlton, Quebec Workload : 34 hours per week Monday to Friday 7:55am to 1:20 pm & 2:50pm to 4:15pm Status: Regular Effective date: October 19, 2026 Salary : $25.83 - $29.80 per hour Split shift premium : $6.88 per day Supervisor : School principal Nature of the work Organizing, preparing and conducting a series of activities, in keeping with the educational project, fostering the overall development of students in preschool and elementary school in his or her care, while ensuring their health and safety. This employee can be called upon to provide support in the classroom. Description Of Tasks TASKS IN THE DAYCARE Student assistance, support and safety Assists students in dressing and undressing. Assists students in preparing and eating their meals and snacks, while ensuring that the rules promoting hygiene and well-being are observed. Ensures the supervision and safety of students in compliance with the rules of conduct, safety measures and recommendations of parents Administers first aid and, if necessary, administers medications according to medical requirements and the school’s policy and the parents’ instructions. Maintains order and cleanliness of the premises and upkeep of material and equipment. Activities and communication Plans, conducts and participates in activities in keeping with the education program. Records student attendance. Informs parents and all those concerned about a student’s behaviour Takes part in meetings organized by the day care service technician as regards the organization and operation of the day care service She may be called upon to introduce new school-based educators to the job. Performs any other related duty. TASKS IN THE CLASSROOM Student assistance and support Help students settle into the classroom and prepare for learning activities Assist in developing students' independence (dressing, managing materials, etc.) Provide support for student learning, under the teacher's guidance Student supervision and safety Accompany and supervise students during arrival, dismissal, and transitions Ensure student safety and enforce rules of conduct Provide first aid when needed Classroom organization and administrative support Assist in classroom upkeep and material organization Prepare and display educational materials Help with administrative tasks, such as photocopying or event coordination Collaboration and communication Work alongside the teacher Attend parent meetings upon request Support the planning of activities in collaboration with the principal and school team Desired profile Schooling Meet one of the following 2 profiles: Hold a Secondary School Diploma and an Attestation of Vocational Studies in Daycare Services or Hold a diploma and attestation of studies recognized as equivalent by the competent authority Experience Have one (1) year of pertinent experience Other Requirements Fluent in French and English (written and oral) Hold a certificate dated no more than three (3) years attesting to the successful completion of either: standard first aid course of a minimum eight (8)-hour duration a refresher course of a minimum six(6)-hour duration updating the skills acquired in the course mentioned in subparagraph 1.

What you’ll do

Organize and lead educational and recreational activities for preschool and elementary students, while supporting their development and ensuring their health and safety. Assist students with daily routines and learning, maintain orderly spaces and materials, and collaborate with teachers, parents, and the school team.

Requirements

Applicants must have a secondary school diploma and an Attestation of Vocational Studies in Daycare Services, or equivalent recognized credentials, and at least one year of relevant experience. Fluency in written and spoken French and English and a current qualifying first-aid certificate are also required.

Listed skills

• First Aid · Preferred
• Classroom organization · Preferred
• Team Collaboration · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Student Supervision
• Student Safety
• First Aid
• Medication Administration
• Activity Planning
• Classroom Support
• Child Development
• Student Attendance Recording
• Parent Communication
• Classroom Organization
• Educational Material Preparation
• Team Collaboration
• French Fluency
• English Fluency

Job areas

• Education
• Security & Safety

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