Posted 13 days ago
Education Assistant (CEA)
@ UNISUS International School
Summerland, British Columbia
Overview
UNISUS International School is hiring casual, on-call Education Assistants for its Junior School (K to 7) in Summerland, BC, starting September 8, 2026. The role supports students with diverse learning needs in and out of the classroom, with possible regular weekly coverage later. Pay is $29 to $35 per hour, based on experience and qualifications.
Pay:
$29–$35 an hour
Responsibilities:
- Support students with diverse learning needs in and out of class
- Assist teachers with inquiry-based learning activities
- Provide one-on-one or small group support
- Supervise students at recess, lunch and transitions
- Support social-emotional development and self-regulation
Requirements summary:
- Education Assistant certification or relevant post-secondary education (preferred)
- Experience with K to 7 children (asset)
- Experience supporting diverse learning profiles (strongly preferred)
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Current First Aid certification (asset)
- Clear criminal record check
Tools & skills
Source and dates
Job-board feed · applytoeducation
- Employer posting date
- 2026-10-24
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-16
- Source record updated
- 2026-11-06
These dates describe the source record, not a live verification that the employer is still hiring. Check the original posting.
Job details
| Seniority | Entry level |
| Department | Education |
| Schedule | day |
| Travel | air: none · ground: none |
| Work setting | School |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical moderate · computer low |
| Languages | English |
| Licences & certifications | Certified Education Assistant, First Aid |
| Background checks | criminal record |
| Education | College diploma (preferred) |
| Fields of study | Education Assistant |
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UNISUS International School
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 1 |
Education Assistant (Part-Time / Casual – Junior School, K–7)
Hours: Casual / On-Call (based on school needs)
Salary: $29-35/hour (based on experience and qualifications)
Start Date: September 8, 2026
We are seeking dedicated and compassionate Education Assistants (EAs) to provide on-call support in our Junior School (Kindergarten to Grade 7) this upcoming 2026-27 school year. This role may also include short-term opportunities for consistent weekly coverage as needs arise.
This position offers an immediate opportunity to join a collaborative, internationally minded team and support students in a dynamic and engaging learning environment.
While this is initially a casual/on-call role, there is potential for continued and more regular employment as student support needs evolve.
About Us
UNISUS School, located on a beautiful 17-acre campus in Summerland, BC, is an International Baccalaureate (IB) World School offering a holistic, inquiry-based approach to education. Our Junior School program supports the development of the whole child, fostering curiosity, independence, and a strong sense of community.
Responsibilities
- Support students with diverse learning needs, both in and out of the classroom
- Assist teachers in implementing classroom activities and inquiry-based learning experiences
- Provide one-on-one or small group support as directed by the classroom teacher or learning support team
- Support students’ social-emotional development, self-regulation, and independence
- Help maintain a safe, organized, and inclusive learning environment
- Supervise students during recess, lunch, and transitions as required
- Collaborate with teachers, specialists, and administration to support student success
Qualifications
- Education Assistant certification or relevant post-secondary education is preferred
- Experience working with elementary-aged children (K–7) is an asset
- Experience supporting students with diverse learning profiles, including dyslexia, ADHD, autism spectrum disorder (ASD), dyspraxia, and other learning differences, is strongly preferred
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Patient, flexible, and collaborative approach
- Current First Aid certification is an asset
- Clear Criminal Record Check
- Experience supporting students with emotional regulation and executive functioning needs is an asset
To Apply
Please submit the following documents to Lisa Grant, HR Manager, at :
- Cover Letter
- Resume
- Copy of Certified Education Assistant Certification
- Copy of First Aid Certification
- Three references (at least 2 must be professional)
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