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Education Assistant

@ Catholic Independent Schools of Nelson Diocese

Kelowna, British Columbia

Full-timePart-time
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Overview

Catholic Independent Schools of Nelson Diocese is hiring a full-time certified Education Assistant at St. Joseph Elementary School in Kelowna, BC, with applications open until the position is filled. The role supports students in a Roman Catholic school setting, and the posting states a preference for candidates with Educational Assistant or Early Childhood training and experience.

Responsibilities:

  • Support students in the classroom
  • Work with children, colleagues and administration
  • Handle confidential matters with discretion

Requirements summary:

  • Commitment to Catholic education and parish participation
  • EA or Early Childhood training and experience
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • First Aid Training Certificate

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Employer posting date
2026-10-24
First seen by our source
2026-10-16
Source record updated
2026-11-06

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Job details

SeniorityEntry level
DepartmentSocial & community services
Hours per week40 (estimated)
Scheduleday
Travelair: none · ground: none
Work settingSchool
PositionSitting and standing
Physical demandsphysical moderate · computer low
Licences & certificationsFirst Aid Training Certificate
Fields of studyEducational Assistant, Early Childhood Education

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Catholic Independent Schools of Nelson Diocese

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Job description

St. Joseph Elementary School in Kelowna, BC invites applications at this time for a:

1 Full-time Certified Education Assistant

Closing date: until positions are filled.

The Catholic Independent Schools of Nelson Diocese (CISND), hosts six elementary schools, and one high school. The diocese is located in the beautiful Okanagan and Kootenay regions of British Columbia. We are committed to hiring qualified employees who are dedicated to education in the Roman Catholic tradition.

Preference will be given to candidates with the following qualifications:

  • Commitment to Catholic Education
  • Identification with and participation in the life of a Catholic parish
  • Training specific to the role (Educational Assistant or Early Childhood Educator)
  • Successful Educational Assistant or Early Childhood experience
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to use discretion when dealing with confidential matters
  • Ability to work well with children, colleagues, and administration
  • First Aid Training Certificate.

In order to be considered for any position with CISND, the application must be complete. If you are not able to provide the documentation provide a reason in your cover letter. Do not submit reference letters.

The following is to be included in your application:

  • Cover letter
  • Resume include list of special certificates, licenses, honours and awards.
  • Post Secondary Transcripts (for the position being advertised)
  • Evaluation report from employer/practicum supervisor.
  • CISND Pastoral Reference form

As a condition of employment, successful candidates will be required to submit the following:

  • Photocopy of Canadian Birth Certificate or Canadian Passport (documentation to indicate you are legally entitled to work in Canada).
  • Photocopy of Driver's License

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