Education Assistant Assumption Elementary (Powell River)

WHO WE ARE

TheCatholic Independent Schools of the Vancouver Archdiocese (the CISVA) operates 46 schools 40 elementary and6 high schools. Our schools are located throughout the Greater Vancouver Area near the best sites andattractions that Vancouver and British Columbia has to offer. Our footprint extends over 250 kilometers from Powell River in the west to Chilliwack in the east.

We are aculturally diverse faith-based family . We offer more than a place of work we provide a call to your teaching vocation where you can work and live your faith in a supportive community.

We are avibrant school system with many school and program expansion projects in the future. We offer spiritual and professional growth and mentorship opportunities for new teachers to help them with their transition into the CISVA.

WHY WORK WITH THE CISVA

• Work in a faith-based and culturally diverse school environment
• Competitive salary and excellent Benefits Package including CPP Extended Medical Dental
• Schools located throughout the Greater Vancouver Area and Powell River close to the beauty and adventure that British Columbia has to offer
• If you live outside of the Greater Vancouver Area learn more aboutclaiming moving expenses on your next tax return on the Government of Canada website.

ABOUT

Assumption Catholic School is located in Powell River BC. Our tight knit faith based school community enrolls approximately 100 students from Kindergarten to Grade 7 taught by our vibrant staff. Powell River is a beautiful community of approximately 13000 residents located in the Traditional Territories of the ɬaʔamɩn First Nation.

Surrounded by the ocean forests plentiful lakes Powell River residents partake in a wide variety of cultural sporting and recreational events in the stunning landscape and have affordable housing options. Our community is an attractive option for young families who love the outdoors the support a small community can bring and being surrounded by a natures peaceful presence. You can find our website here or our Facebook and Instagram.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Assumption Catholic School isseeking a Full-TimeEducational Assistant effective December 1 2025 to June 25 2026. Candidates will be capable of working collaboratively with teachers students parents and fellow EAs. The successful applicant will bring creativity and enthusiasm to the job and be willing to work in a variety of settings and with a variety of students with varying special needs.

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Work under the supervision of a certified teacher
• Support students to maximize participation and learning in an inclusive environment
• Assist teachers in designing and implementing individualized or group behavioural and learning support
• Assist in the collection of data including observations and recording of academic and behavioural performance
• Interact with students in a professional and effective manner
• Participate in IEP/School-Based Team meetings as required
• Option to increase hours by 6 hours per week as After School Care manager

Candidates should:

• Have completed Grade 12 or equivalent
• Have current educational assistant certification
• Be eligible for a clean current British Columbia criminal record check
• Have evidence that the personality and character are suitable to work with students who have exceptionalities
• Be willing to work in a team environment

APPLICATION PROCESS

1. Create yourMake a Future profile
2. Complete and add all required application documents to your profile (see below)
3. Complete all profile sections including: Provincial Certificates Qualifications Education Experience and Questions
4. Apply to this job posting

REQUIRED APPLICATION DOCUMENTS

• Cover Letter
• Resume
• Certificate/Diploma
• Criminal Record Check (if you are outside of BC)
• Proof of Eligibility to Work in Canada (Canadian Birth Certificate Canadian Citizenship Card Permanent Residence etc.)
• Catholic Marriage Certificate (if applicable)
• Catholic Pastoral ReferenceorNon-Catholic Pastoral Reference

***For the Catholic Pastoral Reference (for Catholic Applicants) and Non-Catholic Pastoral Reference you must download the appropriate form provide it to your Pastor for signing and have them submit it directly to.