Job Code: 4043091

School District No. 33 (Chilliwack)

**UNION VACANCY NOTICE **

(To be posted on all bulletin boards in the District)

26-99 June 1 2 , 202 6

Competition Number Date of Distribution

Electronic Applications must be submitted through Make a Future __www.makeafuture.ca and include a cover letter and resume by **12:00 pm, ****Fri ****day, June 1 ****9 ****, 202 ****6 ****. **

Effective: September 8 , 2026 until no later than June 25, 2027

Description: Education Assistant Special Needs -**TEMPO ****RARY **

(Sign Language Specialist)

Location: Student Services Department

Hourly Rate: $31.16 plus 5 % for Sign Language Specialist

Shift (subject to change): 8:00 am to 3:30 pm

Hours per Day/Week: 7 hours per day / 35 hours per week

Months per year: 10

Deadline Date: **June 19, ****2026 **

Qualifications, experience, training as per class specification. For further information, contact Salvina Sharp, District Principal of Student Services Department.

Please Note**:** Interested staff members should apply****through Make A Future at__www.makeafuture.com****and include an updated resume stating experience, qualifications, and at least two current professional references, relating to the class specification.

EDUCATIONASSISTANT(SPECIAL EDUCATION)

Job Band: 9

Division: 5 (Assistants)

Reports to: Principal****or designate

** Job Summary **

With minimal direction by a classroom teacher or administrator, the Education Assistant –Special Education provides assistance to teachers and special needs students. He/she works cooperatively with other employees, parents, students and public.

**Duties and Responsibilities **

• Works with students on a one to one or small group basis to reinforce instruction by the teacher.
• Assists with student supervision and classroom management.
• Assists student with the development of personal independence and self-care, including feeding, dressing, toileting and mobility.
• Lifts or assists other staff with lifting and/or positioning students.
• Performs procedures as directed by a Health Care professional such as catheterization, tube feeding and seizure management.
• Administers student medication as directed by the Principal or Health Care professional.
• Administers First Aid to students.
• Assists with the occupational/physiotherapy program with direction by an occupational/physiotherapist.
• Encourages development of social and life skills by demonstration and positive reinforcement of acceptable behaviour.
• Confers with special education and classroom teachers and parents to determine student needs and progress.
• Cleans, disinfects and washes all therapy equipment, toys, appliances and cupboards.
• Assists with food purchase, preparation, and cleanup of kitchen.
• Assists with integration of students into regular classes.
• Assists with implementation and monitoring of behaviour management programs, including observation, record keeping and follow-up.
• Provides transportation to students for school related activities.
• Adapts instructional materials to the specific needs of a student or students, such as simplifying instructions or student responses.
• Assists with preparation and marking of instructional materials such as worksheets and tests.
• Assists with distribution and collection of materials and equipment for students.

**Equipment Used **

Photocopier, computer, audio and video equipment, power tools, sewing machine, laundry equipment, and other specialized and classroom related equipment.

**Required Knowledge, Ability, Skills **

• High school diploma and special education assistant certificate or equivalent.
• A valid Class 5 driver's license.
• Basic knowledge of computer functions.
• A valid Safety Oriented First Aid certificate.
• Knowledge of psychosocial issues of special needs students.
• Knowledge of health and safety procedures including Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System and Workers' Compensation Board regulations.
• Ability to extend and model patience, care, tolerance and understanding.
• Ability to apply behavior management strategies to a given situation.
• Ability to respond to violent behavior.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to perform individually and as part of a team.
• Ability to use tact, diplomacy and human relations skills for frequent contacts of a difficult, specialized or sensitive nature for such purposes as influencing, persuading or securing the co-operation of others when dealing with the public, parents, staff and students.

April 29, 2014

Combination of EA-Special Needs and EA-Physical Needs

Education Assistant – Special Education

SIGN LANGUAGE SPECIALIST ̶**PRIVATE **

Division: 5**(Assistants****)**

**IN ADDITION ** to his/her regular Job Description of Education Assistant, a Sign Language Specialist designation encompasses the following:

**Duties and Responsibilities **

• Interprets oral language using prescribed sign language.
• Assists students in the use of sign language.
• Maintains an up-to-date knowledge of sign language.

**Required Knowledge, Ability, Skills **

• Successful completion of a certified Interpreter's course.

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Posted On

June 12, 2026 10:34 AM PST/PDT

Closing Date & Time

June 19, 2026 12:00 PM PST/PDT

Openings

1

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Job Type

Full Time, Contract/Term

Job Category

ECE, EA and Support Staff

City

Chilliwack

School/Location

Student Services

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Salary

$31.16

Employment Start Date

September 08, 2026

Mandatory Document

• Resume
• Cover Letter

Additional Information

26-99 Education Assistant - Special Education - Sign Language Specialist - TEMPORARY

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