Educational Assistant - Middle School

Glenlyon Norfolk School•Victoria, BC

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Glenlyon Norfolk School (GNS) is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Educational Assistant to support the learning of a Middle School student. This role plays a key part in fostering an inclusive and supportive environment where students can thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. The successful candidate will work closely with classroom teachers and learning support staff to provide individualized support that promotes engagement, organization, and academic growth. An ideal candidate will have familiarity with the middle school curriculum and experience supporting diverse learners. The Educational Assistant will help the student build effective learning strategies, strengthen focus, and develop confidence and independence through consistent, patient, and encouraging support. By fostering understanding, structure, and connection, the Educational Assistant will contribute to a positive learning experience and help the student reach their full potential within the GNS community.

Requirements

Compassionate and dedicated
Familiarity with the middle school curriculum
Experience supporting diverse learners
Motivated, self-directed professional
Excellent interpersonal skills
Capable of building strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues
Highly organized
Collaborative
Adept at supporting diverse learning needs in a senior school setting
Strong understanding of inclusive education practices
Strong understanding of differentiation strategies
Strong understanding of behavioural techniques
Caring and compassionate individual
Actively lives the GNS values of Truth, Courage, Caring, Individuality and Community
High degree of professionalism and integrity
Strong student advocate
Always put relationships first
Natural ability to connect with others
Tactful and diplomatic in approach

Nice To Haves

Teaching experience
Educational Assistant Certificate

Responsibilities

Support the learning of a Middle School student.
Foster an inclusive and supportive environment.
Work closely with classroom teachers and learning support staff.
Provide individualized support that promotes engagement, organization, and academic growth.
Help the student build effective learning strategies.
Strengthen focus.
Develop confidence and independence through consistent, patient, and encouraging support.
Foster understanding, structure, and connection.
Contribute to a positive learning experience.
Help the student reach their full potential.