Education Assistant

About e4c

e4c journeys with people as they shape the lives they envision, building resources, relationships, and belonging in the communities they call home. Guided by our vision of a community where every person has the opportunity to live with dignity, belonging, and purpose, we deliver person-led, collaborative, and evidence-informed services that strengthen individuals, families, and communities. Rooted in our core values of courage, compassion, connection, and commitment, we are dedicated to creating lasting opportunities and meaningful community impact.

Position Summary

The Casual Education Assistant supports the delivery of developmentally appropriate, play-based programming for children in the classroom. Working as part of a multidisciplinary team and under the direction of the Teacher and Site Manager, the role provides relief and day-to-day classroom support to promote children’s learning, development, and well-being while maintaining a safe, inclusive, and engaging environment.

Schedule

• Casual staff are called to work full or partial days during regular school hours, based on program needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Support children’s participation and development through individual, small-group, and large-group activities, with a focus on children with diverse and additional needs.
• Collaborate with the multidisciplinary team in case management and individualized planning, ensuring children’s goals are reflected across classroom programming, specialized supports, and home environments.
• Provide classroom support by preparing materials, maintaining a clean and organized environment, sanitizing equipment and toys, and supporting daily classroom routines.
• Promote a safe, inclusive, and supportive classroom environment by following safety protocols and using appropriate problem-solving and conflict-resolution strategies.
• Provide relief classroom leadership when required and model appropriate procedures and practices for practicum students, volunteers, and other classroom supports.
• Respond to and follow up on critical incidents and crisis situations in collaboration with the Site Manager and appropriate team members.
• Maintain accurate program records and documentation, participate in assessments, evaluations, reports, and team meetings, and provide feedback to support program quality and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

Education

• Certificate, diploma or degree in Early Learning and Child Care, Child Studies, Early Childhood Education, Special Education, Disability Studies, or a related field.

Certification

• Early Childhood Educator (ECE) Level 2 or 3 certification, as applicable.
• Standard First Aid and CPR
• Trauma Informed Care
• Special Needs Assistant Certificate is considered an asset.
• SCERTS (Social Communication, Emotional Regulation, and Transactional Support) training is considered an asset.
• Ages and Stages Questionnaire (ASQ) training is considered an asset.

Experience

• 1+ year of experience working with children with developmental delays, including cognitive disabilities, speech and language delays, and behavioural concerns.
• Strong knowledge and experience applying the FLIGHT Framework and learning-through-play approaches.
• Strong knowledge of developmentally appropriate practices.
• Experience working as part of a multidisciplinary team is considered an asset.

Compensation and Benefits

• Competitive Salary: Commensurate with experience
• Employee Family Assistance Program (EFAP)
• Professional Development Opportunities

At e4c diversity is our strength. We embrace diversity and offer equal opportunities to all qualified applicants. We welcome your application regardless of origin, culture, ethnicity, age, ability, gender identity, sexual orientation or faith.

Prior to successful employment with e4c, applicants are required to submit a Police Information Check with Vulnerable Sector Check and Intervention Record Check.