Nova Scotia Regional Centres for Education & CSAP·Berwick, Nova Scotia
Educational Assistants provide support to children with special needs across various schools and grade levels on an as-needed basis. They are responsible for assisting with physical care, behaviour management, and implementing educational support under the direction of teachers and administrators.
Annapolis valley regional centre for education: Casual Educational Assistants (EAs)
Are you interested in working with children who require the support of an Educational Assistant?
Casual Eduational Assistants (EA's) are required on an “as needed” basis to work at various schools - $16.75/Hr You must include three work related references with your application including a current phone number and email address if possible. Your references can be a current or previous supervisor from your last position or your supervisor from a practicum or volunteer position. Casual Educational Assistants (EAs) are required on an “as needed” basis to work at various schools and at various grade levels. Casual EAs are required to demonstrate:
understanding of the role and responsibility of an EA knowledge of the stages of child/youth development an awareness of, respect, sensitivity, and awareness of similarities/differences for children with special needs knowledge of health, hygiene and safety including personal/physical care and the safe transfer of students understanding of behaviour management knowledge of basic computer applications and technology awareness of assistive technology ability to work collaboratively with members of a team ability to follow instructions of teachers and school administrators
post-secondary training in human services or a related field is preferred ability to physically perform the requirements of the position a desire to work with children and youth respect for confidentiality and privacy protocols sensitivity and respect for diversity
Candidates should have post-secondary training in human services or a related field and the ability to physically perform the requirements of the role. Applicants must successfully complete a Child Abuse Registry Search and a Criminal Record Check including the vulnerable sector.
Market context
Teaching assistant roles in Nova Scotia are often tied to school support needs, student inclusion, and classroom assistance, so candidates with practical experience and relevant training are commonly competitive. This role is competitive because employers may look for a recognized post-secondary diploma or certificate with a formal practicum, current Standard First-Aid with CPR Level C, and the physical ability to meet job demands. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your practicum details and certification dates before applying.
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