THE VANCOUVER SCHOOL DISTRICT WELCOMES APPLICATIONS FOR:

PERMANENT EDUCATION ASSISTANT ON-CALL

School & Student Support A, SSA, EA

Location: School TBA

Working Months: September to June each year

Salary: $32.62 per hour, 6.5 hours/day, 5 days/week

Plus a comprehensive benefits package, including Municipal Pension Plan, Vancouver Employee Savings Plan, Extended Health, Dental, Group Life, Long Term Disability, Vacation, & Gratuity Days.

For more information about the role of an EA (SSA) within the VSB see the following videos provided by Langara College: Role of an On-Call SSA , Role of an EA in a Secondary School , Secondary Life Skills

Only applicants who are fully qualified will be considered for this position

With deep gratitude and respect, we are honoured to be learning and unlearning on the ancestral and unceded lands of the xmθkym (Musqueam), Swxwú7mesh Úxwumixw (Squamish Nation) and slilwta (Tsleil-Waututh Nation).

At the VSB, we are proud to provide exceptional learning experiences for students. As a large, urban school district, the VSB is one of Canada’s most diverse school systems and equity and inclusivity are at the forefront of our approach to education.

Throughout the District, more than 7,700 staff work to create learning environments where every student thrives by prioritizing students’ needs, applying evidence-informed practices, and building relationships. The VSB’s culture reflects the diversity of our city. Students enrolled in VSB come from varied backgrounds and lived experiences and are encouraged to explore and share their unique selves and gifts.



Our commitment to students goes beyond academics with students’ overall well-being and sense of belonging being equally important. As an organization, we strive to build a school system where every student can be their authentic self and succeed throughout their learning journey. In doing this work, we champion equity and accountability by making evidence-based decisions. As a learning organization, humility is our guidepost as we work to continually improve student outcomes in service to them, their families, and the broader community. For more information about our school district, visit .

In this position, you will:

- Provides school & student support to assist school as assigned
- Under the direction of a senior member of the team, implement individual programs and contracts for students who are unable to function in a regular classroom setting
- Jointly evaluates and maintains records of student progress through communication log; discusses with team members any changes which may be made to an individual student's program
- Communicates and engages with community agencies as required
- Participates in a wide variety of field trips, sports, social, recreational and craft activities
- Supports students in community-based programming such as work experience, travel training, and relevant community outings
- Provides support to students with respect to their social and emotional needs
- Supervises students, as required,



and redirects and provides guidance as they occur
- Assists in preparing instructional aid materials (eg. visual aides); sets up and operates instructional aid equipment
- Perform other work within the job band as assigned

Qualifications:

- Completion of Grade 12
- Completion of a Special Education Assistant program or related field and over two (2) months of experience OR an equivalent combination of training and experience
- Lift and position students up to 35 pounds
- Run after a student to avert them from danger
- Provide personal care (including diaper changes, feeding etc)
- Available to work full time Monday to Friday
- Where applicable, must possess or be willing to obtain an Occupational First Aid Certificate and will be required to perform Occupational First Aid duties if assigned by the Principal. OFA attendants may, at the direction of Employee Services, be required to perform emergency coverage at other locations
- Must possess or be willing to obtain Non-Violent Crisis Intervention training (e.g., CPI or MANDT)
- Excellent communication skills in English, both oral and written

The following are an asset:

- An excellent practicum or work evaluation
- Experience using techniques of Applied Behaviour Analysis
- Completion of POPARD coursework
- Ability to speak a second language
- Experience providing Intensive Behavioural Intervention on a Home Team

Your application must include:

- Cover letter
- Resume
- A copy of your Work Permit or PR Card (if you are not a Canadian Citizen)
- Reports/Evaluations: Recent EA graduates must include all Practicum Reports
- Ref

📌 Permanent Education Assistant On-Call Positions (Vancouver)
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