EDUCATIONAL ASSISTANT

Competition # EA 26-039
Marymound School 2 months term (April 28th -June 30th, 2026, Part-Time, 66 Hours Bi-Weekly/days

Our ideal team member is passionate about making a difference and is committed to empowering the young people we support. If you join our team, you can expect a challenging, rewarding and fulfilling career.

The Education Assistant facilitates and supports, in collaboration with teachers and the principal, the inclusion of students with diverse learning needs by providing academic and social/emotional skill development in the learning environment.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provides in-class support and reinforcement for teachers by assisting in one-on-one or small group instruction and lesson review, preparing materials, taking attendance, and administrative tasks as assigned.
• Adapts classroom activities to the capabilities and learning style of the student.
• Communicates and shares information with families or support staff regarding daily incidents and interactions.
• Records, collects and reports data on the progress of students as requested.
• Teaches and role models positive and effective coping mechanisms and helps to counsel students in modifying behaviours.
• Develops an awareness of each student's individual psychological, educational, physical, spiritual, and social needs and goals, and provides an individual-based approach to providing non-judgmental support.
• Help students to identify personal strengths to promote growth, self-worth and a sense of belonging.
• Intervenes in crisis situations as required and engages in behaviour management according to the guidelines and framework of Marymound’s policies and procedures, the student’s safety plan, NVCI and ASIST.
• Completes incident reports in an accurate and timely matter, logging them into Mayet as required.
• Participates in school recreational activities and field trips as required.
• Demonstrates an active commitment towards professional growth and advancement through participation in training, workshops, etc.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Post-secondary education in Child & Youth Care and/or Educational Assistant program is preferred.
• Experience providing physical, psychological, and social support to students or at-risk youth or other vulnerable populations is essential.
• Knowledge of learning styles and supportive requirements for learning to better adapt materials for students.
• Must be familiar with the developmental, educational, emotional, social and recreational needs of children and youth.
• Mental health/crisis training certifications including NVCI (Non-Violent Crisis Intervention) and ASIST (Applied Suicide Intervention Skills) are preferred.
• Experience working from a trauma-informed perspective is preferred.
• Valid First Aid/CPR is required.
• Valid class 5 driver’s license and satisfactory driver’s abstract.
• Access to a reliable vehicle is preferred.
• Satisfactory Criminal Record and clear Vulnerable Sector checks.
• Clear Child Abuse Registry and satisfactory Prior Contact checks.
• Knowledge of Indigenous culture, or willingness to learn, including participating in cultural practices, programming and ceremonies alongside youth.
• Willingness to transport students is considered an asset.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated decision making and problem-solving skills.
• Working knowledge of computers and experience with Microsoft Office software; working knowledge of Mayet is considered an asset.

Marymound offers competitive salaries, comprehensive benefits and pension package for qualified positions, opportunities for growth and advancement, professional development opportunities, wellness programming, access to Elders and Indigenous Cultural Services and much more!

We are committed to building a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, and we strongly encourage First Nations, Métis, and Inuit candidates to self-identify in their cover letters.

Request for reasonable accommodations will be made available for those who may be affected by a barrier in respect of the materials or activities used in the assessment or selection process.

Salary Range: E7 $16.94 - $21.32
Close Date: Open until Filled

External Applicants: Clearly state availability in cover letter, variety of positions open.
External Applicants: Please include a cover letter outlining your interest in this position and how your skills and experience make you a strong fit for Marymound, along with your résumé and references, and submit your application to:

Competition # EA 26-039
E-mail: careers@marymound.com