CDES - Educational Assistant 5.50

Nova Scotia Regional Centres for Education & CSAP•Torbrook West, NS

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Educational Assistants provide support to students who are identified through the program planning process as requiring support with medical and personal care and/or safety/behavior management. This position is for 5.50 hours per day for the 2026-2027 School Year.

Requirements

Human Services diploma or equivalent post-secondary training and experience in a related human services discipline. Confirmation of your educational qualifications must be included with your application.
Bona fide occupational requirements as identified (eg American Sign Language, Picture Exchange Communication Systems, Braille, ability to lift and position, etc).
Specific health-care support training or certification as required.
Ability to perform physical requirements of the position.
Current CPR and First Aid training.

Responsibilities

Assist students with physical and mobility challenges by lifting and positioning.
Ensure a safe and respectful environment when meeting personal care needs of students.
Assist students with routines.
Assist in the operation of support equipment, including lifts and assistive technology.
Administer medication and oral inhalant according to the Guidelines.
Carry out medical procedures (e.g., catheterization, tube feeding) when trained and authorized, according to board policies and/or guidelines.
Implement programs as prepared by the Speech Language Pathologist, Physiotherapist, and Occupational Therapist or other professionals.
Assist with program support when specifically directed and monitored by teacher(s).
Use appropriate physical interventions in accordance with the Non-Violent Crisis Intervention Training Program, the student’s plan, and board policies.
Encourage students to respect the school’s code of conduct guidelines and positive and effective behavioural support (PEBS) initiative.
Model and encourage respect for self and others.
Promote or facilitate positive interactions among all students.
Record data and observations as directed.
Accompany students or provide transportation to students to and from school via school bus, taxi, or private vehicle in compliance with Board policy and procedures.
Develop and maintain positive rapport with students.
Provide supervision for students.
Provide supervision for students during the lunch and recess breaks.
Provide supervision for students in the cafeteria, halls and other designated areas.
Provide supervision of students getting on or off the school buses before and after school is dismissed.
Report to the principal or designate any problem or discipline issue that occurred during supervision either individually or as a group.