CW26-12 Education Assistant

Job summary

The Education Assistant provides instructional and behavioral support to students under the supervision of a teacher or principal. Responsibilities include assisting with individual educational plans, personal care needs, and the use of assistive technologies to facilitate student independence.

Job details

Rocky Mountain School District No. 6 is now accepting external applications for: Certified Education Assistant Permanent, part-time (26.5 hr/wk) Effective Immediately. The Education Assistant is a member of a school or district team, and who participates in the development and delivery of support services to individuals or small group(s) of students under the supervision of a Teacher or Principal and in a manner that reflects the District's policy regarding inclusion. Duties Since the nature of employment for every Education Assistant varies with the unique needs of students, specific duties will be assigned by the Principal or District Administrator. These duties may include: Participating in Individual Educational Planning, school based team meetings, parent meetings, Open Houses, etc., which are relevant to the student(s) with whom they are directly involved as requested. Follow all student safety plans as written. Providing instructional support, behavior management support and record keeping support (i.e. home/school communication book, journals, charting and observations, etc.) as directed). Assisting in adapting classroom materials. Support student independence in use of appropriate accommodations to access curriculum. With appropriate training, may assist with delivery of medical procedures, occupational therapy, physical therapy, and speech programs as prescribed by professionals. May supervise students on school outings. Assisting with development and maintenance of community work experience placements for students with identified special needs. Assisting students with personal care needs (i.e. toileting, dressing, eating, mobility, communicating and facilitating participation in activities) as outlined by health professionals (i.e. OP, PT, Nursing Support Services). Working with assistive technologies, including computers, peripherals and a variety of software applications (i.e. Microsoft 365 accessibility features, Kurzweil, Clicker 5, Co-Writer, Dragon Naturally Speaking, or others as identified by the school-based team). Actively support independence for all learners. Supporting all students in completion of teacher-designed and directed activity with a large group in a classroom. Behaving in a manner that respects the sensitivity and confidentiality of all information related to staff and students. Performs other duties as assigned. Required Knowledge, Abilities And Skills Demonstrates a genuine interest in and understanding of students with diverse abilities and disability. Demonstrates initiative and the ability to work with limited supervision and/or within a complex team environment. Demonstrates an ability to manage personal behaviour in order to influence a positive outcome and de-escalated distress. Demonstrates a high level of adaptability and responsibility. Demonstrates effective interpersonal skills. Maintains a flexible and co-operative manner. Provide proactive, trauma-informed care while modelling respect and empathy. Training and Experience High School Diploma or equivalent. Appropriate post secondary training (i.e. Special Education Assistant Program or a diploma in counseling, social work, child care or education). Certified candidates will have completed a one year certificate of Education Assistant Program. Non-certified may include certificate or diploma in counselling, social work or early childhood education. Successful experience working with students with diverse abilities or disability, including low arousal or non-violent crisis intervention. Additional training in supporting students with diverse abilities or disability may be required. Rate of Pay As per the Collective Agreement 440 $31.16/hr certified Education Assistant $27.40/hr non-certified Education Assistant For further information, please contact Keri Gust, Principal, 250-342-6640. Electronic applications are required from all applicants. If you are qualified and interested in the above competition, please submit your electronic application (including at least two references who have supervised you) by Friday, September 18, 2026 at 4:00 p.m. (MST), via . Thank you for your interest in School District 6. Please note, only candidates moving forward in this process will be contacted for an interview. Rocky Mountain School District No. 6 is located on the traditional unceded territories of the Ktunaxa and Secwépemc Nations. We honour the cultures, languages and First Nations people of these territories.

What you’ll do

The Education Assistant provides instructional and behavioral support to students under the supervision of a teacher or principal. Responsibilities include assisting with individual educational plans, personal care needs, and the use of assistive technologies to facilitate student independence.

Requirements

Candidates must possess a high school diploma and appropriate post-secondary training such as a Special Education Assistant program or a diploma in counseling, social work, or child care. Experience working with students with diverse abilities and knowledge of non-violent crisis intervention are required.

Listed skills

• crisis intervention · Preferred
• adaptability · Preferred
• Collaboration · Preferred
• Microsoft 365 · Preferred
• interpersonal skills · Preferred
• record keeping · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Instructional support
• Behavior management
• Individual educational planning
• Trauma-informed care
• Record keeping
• Adaptability
• Interpersonal skills
• Microsoft 365
• Kurzweil
• Clicker 5
• Co-Writer
• Dragon Naturally Speaking
• Crisis intervention
• Personal care assistance
• Collaboration

Job areas

• Education
• Social Services
• Administrative