Job Description

The Gwa'sala-'Nakwaxda'xw School is looking for an Education Assistant, full-time, for the 2025-2026 school

year. We are a band-operated Independent School that enrolls 125 students from Preschool to Grade 7. We

use a trauma-informed perspective to support our vision and embed traditional culture and language into

curriculum planning, daily lessons, and yearly celebrations.

Qualifications:

Experience in a First Nations community Grade 12 diploma Not required but an asset:
Training in Child and Youth Care or Special Education or Education Assistant
Experience working with neurodiverse children
Skills, Knowledge and Abilities:

Ability to develop and maintain a warm, caring, responsive relationship with children Ability to establish and maintain supportive, collaborative relationships with families, staff, community
members, and other professional partners

Ability to maintain strict confidentiality in all matters Ability to maintain a positive, professional, respectful attitude at all times Physically capable of performing the duties required by the position Strong organizational and communication skills Ability to work collaboratively with a team to develop and implement individualized programs and
plans

Responsibilities:

Support children to participate fully in various classroom settings Contribute to the development and implementation of Individual Education Plan goals Work with small groups and individuals on specific educational goals and whole classes to assist with
student inclusion in various classroom settings

Work to improve practice through professional development Contribute to a positive school culture
The closing date for this position is November 10, 2025. Only those short-listed will be contacted for an

interview. The successful candidate will need to complete a criminal record check and First Aid training.

Please fax or e-mail resumes with cover letter, supporting documents, and references to:

Reed Allen - Gwa'sala-'Nakwaxda'xw School

Tel: (250)-949-7743 Fax: (250)-949-7422

E-mail: rallen@gwanak.bc.ca

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $23.00-$31.00 per hour

Expected hours: 35 per week

Work Location: In person