Role overview

Position: Education Assistant

Term/Status: One-Year Contract (until June 30, 2027, with the possibility of extension or transition to permanent), 28 hours per week

Department: Student Learning Support, Senior School

Reports To: Head of Student Learning Support, Senior School

Start Date: August 27, 2026

Application Closing Date: July 22, 2026

Salary: $29 - $31 per hour

Position Overview:

We are seeking an extraordinary and experienced education assistant to join the Learning Support team at St. George’s Senior School on a contract basis from August 2026 to June 2027, with the possibility of extension. This is a 0.7 FTE (28 hours per week) opportunity during the contract period, with a Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday schedule. You will be part of a collaborative teaching team supporting the positive growth and development of our Senior School students. Fulfill your vision as an Education Assistant by joining our dynamic school community with motivated students, inspirational colleagues and supportive parents, along with abundant resources and enriching professional development opportunities.

The ideal candidate for this position is a high-energy, certified Education Assistant who brings a brilliant blend of academic support and emotional intelligence to the Senior School team. With 1 to 3 years of experience navigating neurodiverse learning needs (such as ADHD and ASD), you are deeply adept at translating IEPs into practical classroom successes. You are a natural collaborator who can effortlessly sync with teachers while keeping a meticulous eye on student documentation. You understand the nuances of how young men learn, balancing structured executive functioning coaching with an inquiry-based mindset. Enthusiastic, adaptable, and deeply committed, you don't just work in a classroom, you actively immerse yourself in the vibrant, diverse life of the whole school community. You embody St. George’s School core values of empathy, integrity, humility, respect, responsibility, and resilience.

Key Responsibilities:

Work in collaboration with classroom teachers and Learning Support team colleagues to organize various resources and support programs for individual students.
Support individual learners and small groups of students who require additional attention to navigate the school day (e.g. in areas including social, emotional, executive functioning and academic support).
Assist individual students as outlined in their Individual Education Plans (IEPs) or Behavioral Support Plans (BSPs), following guidance from their classroom and learning support teacher(s).
Work in collaboration with teachers to organize support and strategies in response to individual student needs.
Provide clear and detailed documentation of student progress and behaviour as a means to determine triggers, patterns and effective interventions.
Be part of regular meetings about student learning.
Participate in our after-school student support program.
Invigilate students writing assessments.
Support the creation of an inquiry-based learning environment.
Support school events.
Participate in the school Advisory Program and Co-Curricular Program, on a voluntary basis, if you are interested.

Qualifications:

Education Assistant Certificate/Diploma or equivalent is required.
1-3 years’ previous experience working with secondary students in an educational setting.
Experience supporting a range of learning needs (e.g. ADHD, ASD) informed by research and best practice in an inclusive classroom setting.
Experience documenting student behaviour and progress.
Experience supporting secondary school subjects such as English, Science, Humanities, and Mathematics (preferred).
Strong commitment to student learning and success; being able to understand the needs of students while engaging them as active learners in the classroom.
Awareness of the learning styles of boys.
Demonstrated ability to be innovative, flexible, and highly organized, with good attention to detail.
Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively.
Excellent written and oral communication skills.
Strong time management and executive functioning skills.
Energy, commitment, and readiness to participate in the diverse life of the school community.
Dynamic and energetic, with a desire to work in a highly focused environment.
Superior EQ skills in self-awareness, self-management, social agility, impact and influence.

Application Process:

Interested applicants should email a cover letter and resume to: careers@stgeorges.bc.ca

Why Join Us:

Are you looking to use your professional expertise to make a meaningful impact? Do you thrive in an engaging community where colleagues care as much about the environment they create as the students they serve? St. George’s School is seeking dedicated and dynamic professionals who understand that a world-class education is built on a foundation of excellence, collaboration, and care. If you want to be part of a team that keeps our mission moving forward, we want to hear from you!

For almost 100 years, St. George’s School has provided a transformative education for thousands of young men. While our classrooms are the heart of the school, our 270 talented staff and faculty members are its backbone. We are all united by a single, common goal: “Building fine young men. One boy at a time.”

At St. George’s, your contributions are vital. You will be challenged, encouraged, and supported within a professional culture that pursues excellence in every department. Here, we don't just work together - we model the character we wish to see in our students, guided by our Core Values: Empathy, Humility, Integrity, Respect, and Resilience.

In order to provide the best possible learning environment for our diverse, multicultural student population, at St. George's we actively seeks to recruit staff from groups that have been traditionally underrepresented in independent and international schools. BIPoC and 2SLGBTQIA+ people and those with disabilities are warmly encouraged to apply, and invited to reach out for more information about our commitment to diversity, inclusion and belonging.