International Support Specialist

@ School District #41 (Burnaby)

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British Columbia

$39.43/hrPart-timeContract3+ years experience

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Overview

School District #41 (Burnaby) is hiring a temporary part-time International Support Specialist from January 4, 2027 to about December 17, 2027, at 24.5 hours per week. The role supports international students and facilitates communication between students, guardians, schools and district staff, requiring fluency in English and Japanese. The posting requires flexible hours, overnight provincial travel, a vehicle, and pays $39.43 per hour plus benefits.

Pay:

$39.43 an hour

Responsibilities:

Facilitate communication between international students, guardians and staff
Monitor international students, including those on probation
Provide orientation and information to students and parents
Respond to emergencies and arrange medical care
Plan workshops and supervise field trips

Requirements summary:

University degree in a relevant field plus three years related experience
Thorough experience working with youth in a multicultural setting
Fluency in English and Japanese
Valid B.C. Driver's Licence (Class 4 preferred)
Demonstrated ability to facilitate and present material

Tools & skills

Computer software applications

Source and dates

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Employer posting date: 2026-10-14
First seen by our source: 2026-10-16
Source record updated: 2026-11-08

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Job details

Seniority	Mid level
Department	Education
Experience	3+ years
Hours per week	24.5
Schedule	day, evening
Travel	air: none · ground: moderate
Work setting	School, Client sites
Position	Sitting and standing
Physical demands	physical low · computer moderate
Languages	English, Japanese
Licences & certifications	Class 4
Driver’s licence	required, own vehicle
Education	Bachelor’s degree (required)
Fields of study	Relevant field

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Job description

InternationalSupportSpecialist

Temporarypart-time(24.5hours/week)–StartsJanuary4,2027untilapproximatelyDecember17,2027

The International Support Specialist, as part of an integrated educational team, works closely with the International Education Office staff and district staff to provide added support to international students and facilitates communication between international students, the parent/custodial guardian, schools and district staff.

This position requires fluency in English and Japanese. This position works 4 days/week (Monday-Thursday) at Byrne Creek and Burnaby Central, with school visits to Moscop. The hours of work are 08:45-15:23. International Support Specialist is required to work flexible hours including before and after school hours, evenings, and/or weekends. International Support Specialist is required to travel within the province on overnight trips. You must have access to a vehicle.

DutiesandResponsibilities:

Facilitates constructive and culturally sensitive communication with international students, their parents/custodians, and school and district staff regarding non-educational and educational issues. Provides language interpretation and translation support.
Initiates and maintains contact with international students and their parents/custodial guardians. Refers enquiries to appropriate agencies/individuals for response.
Assists International Education office and school staff in providing orientation to the school and information for students and parents/custodial guardians.
Meets with custodial guardians regarding home stay when required and ensures contact information on all students and custodial guardians is current.
Monitors international students, including those on probation; assists with student issues and refers to appropriate individual for response.
Supports the tracking of student attendance and attends discipline meetings when required.
Responds to emergency situations by assessing the situation, providing support, and assisting students in getting appropriate medical care.
Participates in the planning, development and delivery of workshops, programs and activities for international students. Supervises and participates in field trips and excursions.

Successfulapplicantsmusthave:

University degree in a relevant field plus three years related work experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Thorough knowledge and experience working with youth in a multicultural setting.
Thorough knowledge and ability to build relationships with youth.
Demonstrated ability to facilitate and present material.
Thorough knowledge of computer operation and software applications related to work performed.
Valid B.C. Driver's License (Class 4 preferred).

This position offers a competitive salary of $39.43 per hour and a benefit package. Qualified applicants can apply through MakeaFuture(makeafuture.ca).

Onlythoseapplicantsconsideredforinterviewwillbecontacted.

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