AVRCE Casual Educational Assistants - June 2026

Nova Scotia Regional Centres for Education & CSAP•Berwick, NS

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Casual Educational Assistants (EAs) are needed on an "as needed" basis to work at various schools and grade levels. This role involves supporting children who require the assistance of an Educational Assistant.

Requirements

Must include three work related references with your application including a current phone number and email address if possible.
References can be a current or previous supervisor from your last position or your supervisor from a practicum or volunteer position.
Ability to physically perform the requirements of the position.
A desire to work with children and youth.
Respect for confidentiality and privacy protocols.
Sensitivity and respect for diversity.
Successfully complete a Child Abuse Registry Search.
Successfully complete a Criminal Record Check, including the vulnerable sector.

Nice To Haves

Post-secondary training in human services or a related field is preferred.

Responsibilities

Work at various schools and at various grade levels.
Demonstrate understanding of the role and responsibility of an EA.
Demonstrate knowledge of the stages of child/youth development.
Demonstrate an awareness of, respect, sensitivity, and awareness of similarities/differences for children with special needs.
Demonstrate knowledge of health, hygiene and safety including personal/physical care and the safe transfer of students.
Demonstrate understanding of behaviour management.
Demonstrate knowledge of basic computer applications and technology.
Demonstrate awareness of assistive technology.
Ability to work collaboratively with members of a team.
Ability to follow instructions of teachers and school administrators.