Job Description

Beachcombers Academy is seeking an education assistant who is caring and compassionate.

This position is for 3.5 hours per day, 9:00 am to 12:30 pm Tuesday through Friday working in primary school. There is a one week spring break, and the school year ends third week of June.

We are a unique rural independent school and preschool with a nature-inspired curriculum. Beachcombers offers staff a positive and supportive work place, ocean-view classrooms and class sizes that are 16 students per class for main academics. Beachcombers Academy and Little Oysters Preschool is a warm and joyful school.

Successful applicants will have the necessary dedication and enthusiasm to support a small rural school. We are seeking an individual with the following qualities:

Requirements:

Human Services Certificate or Early Childhood Educator Certification or equivalent experience; Autism (POPARD) Training (can be secured after employment starts).

Be flexible with a good sense of humour.

Dedicated to fostering a warm and supportive learning environment.

Ability to be kind and supportive, yet set appropriate boundaries.

Committed to ongoing positive and compassionate communication with students, staff and parents.

Application should include:

Current resume with a minimum of 2 professional references.

Education certificates if available.

Please forward a letter of interest stating how your experience meets the above qualities along with your resume. Resumes will be assessed when received; early application is an advantage.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $24.00-$27.00 per hour

Benefits:

On-site parking Paid time off RRSP match
Education:

Secondary School (preferred)
Work Location: In person