School District 72 operates throughout a large geographic area. Campbell River and Quadra Island schools and our school board office are located on the traditional territory of the Liǧʷiɫdaxʷ people. School District 72 also encompasses the traditional territory of the Klahoose (Cortes), K'ómoks (Sayward), and χʷɛmaɬkʷu (Bute Inlet) First Nations.

SUPPORT STAFF

Position: Education Assistant (Braillist)

Posting Number: 25-EA-040

Term of Employment: Temporary to June 30, 2026

Start Date: As soon as possible

Hours/Day/FTE: 5.25 hours/day, 3 days a week

Wage/Salary: $31.05

Deadline to Apply: 4:00pm on Monday, September 8, 2025

Join Our Team

School District 72 is looking for a Education Assistant (Braillist) to join our team of professionals who strive to bring the district's learning beliefs to life.

School District 72 (Campbell River) is located on the east coast of central Vancouver Island, extending north to Sayward and south to Oyster River. The district also includes the outer islands of Read, Cortes, and Quadra. The district serves over 5,600 students in 18 schools with a diverse range of programs that are progressive and responsive to the educational needs and interests of students.

The district respects and values the relationships with all First Nations, Métis, and Inuit peoples who reside in these territories. It is with respectful consideration that the programs and services provided to students and staff acknowledge their histories, cultural contributions, and contemporary concerns.

About the Role

• Implementation of a student's individual educational plan.
• Utilizes a wide range of equipment including adaptive/assistive technology specific to the field of visual impairment.
• Implements educational support programs designed by professionals such as a Vision Teacher, Orientation and Mobility Instructor, Speech Language Pathologists, Rehabilitation Therapists, Behaviour Consultants, and Audiologists.
• Assisting students with orientation and mobility training, the learning of Braille and appropriate technological adaptations.
• Assisting with the student's personal care.
• Implementation of behavioural management plans.
• Preparation of materials.
• Transportation of students to various programs and activities.
• Protecting and respecting the confidentiality of information.
• May be expected to directly supervise students in the pool as part of the swim program.
• Protecting and respecting the confidentiality of information.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Bring your Expertise

• Two-year post-secondary diploma in Educational Assistant training (or relevant discipline) or an equivalent combination of relevant education (minimum one year) and experience.
• Successful completion of a recognized Braille Transcribers course.
• Working knowledge of the district child abuse protocol and reporting procedures.
• Current CPI (Crisis, Prevention, and Intervention) certification.
• Computer literacy and experience with technological assists.
• Demonstrated willingness to participate in professional development opportunities as provided by the district.
• Ability to provide educational support in academic subjects as per school level (i.e.: elementary, middle and secondary).
• Proven ability to establish and maintain effective work relationships, working collaboratively in a team environment at all times.
• Working knowledge of reading and writing software programs (Microsoft 365).
• Ability to determine, judge and select appropriate course of action within the limits of established methods and procedures.
• Ability to effectively interact and establish positive rapport with students.
• Ability to communicate effectively using tact, discretion, and diplomacy, while maintaining confidentiality in all matters related to the school district.
• Ability to be flexible and adaptable.
• Sufficient physical capabilities, stamina, and coordination to perform the duties of the position to the required standard.

Contribute to Our Success

The Campbell River School District proudly developed a strategic plan for 2024-2028 that prioritized the following:

• Honour Indigenous World Views and Perspectives
• Student-Centred Learning Environments
• Evolving for Tomorrow

The following commitments are essential to all positions within the Campbell River School District:

• Commitment and adherence to workplace policies, procedures & practices.
• Commitment to standards of conduct, including behaving in a manner that is: respectful, professional, team-oriented, collegial, collaborative, ethical, honest, and trustworthy.
• Commitment to understand and implement the Truth and Reconciliation Calls to Action and the Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act.

Join Our Community

Campbell River is a scenic, oceanfront community framed by extensive waterfront, west coast forests and snow-capped mountains. The area is renowned for its natural beauty and recreational opportunities such as skiing, kayaking, fishing, mountain biking, hiking, golf, and endless opportunities to experience nature. The moderate climate allows residents to participate in numerous outdoor activities on a year-round basis.

Experience the Benefits of SD72

• Professional development and growth opportunities.
• The opportunity to grow your career in a small district.
• Progressive leadership team.
• Positive collegial culture with a great sense of community.

Employees are eligible for extended health and dental benefits, life insurance, and participation in a pension program as outlined in the Canadian Union of Public Employees (CUPE), Local 723 along with competitive vacation and sick day entitlements.

Employment Equity

We value diversity of people to best represent the students and communities we serve as an equitable and inclusive employer. We welcome applications from all backgrounds, demographics and life experiences.

School District 72 is also committed to creating and maintaining an accessible work environment for all members of its workforce. Within this hiring process we will make efforts to create an accessible process for all applicants (including but not limited to people with disabilities). Confidential accommodation is available on request.

How to Apply

Please submit applications through the We thank all applicants for their interest and advise that only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. The successful candidate will be required to complete a criminal record check.

Please ensure your application includes a cover letter stating the posting number, an updated resume and references, including most recent supervisor(s).

“In accordance with Article 16.01 (a), the applicant with the greatest seniority and having the required qualifications, skills and ability to perform the job applied for shall be awarded the position. The district reserves the right to employ methods of assessment to assess qualifications, skills and ability. Assessment of qualifications, skills and ability may include, but**not limited to, hours of experience, proof of certification, testing, interviewing, probationary periods and so on.”