Description
Bentley School is seeking a dedicated and student-centered Educational Assistant to join our team in a temporary position for the remainder of the school year. This role is part of a focused support program designed to provide targeted interventions for identified students within our Kindergarten to Grade 5 learning community.
The successful candidate will work closely with a lead teacher, school administration, and external support professionals to implement individualized and small-group programming that addresses specific academic and behavioural needs. Supports will be delivered both within the classroom setting and in small-group or one-to-one environments outside the classroom.
Assignment:
- Full-time 1.0 Educational Assistant position
- Duties to commence as soon as possible and will continue for the remainder of the 2025/2026 school year
- Provide targeted one-to-one and small-group support to identified students
- Support the implementation of individualized programming developed by the lead teacher and support team
- Assist with academic, behavioural, and social-emotional interventions
- Work collaboratively with school staff and external supports to ensure consistent programming
- Participate in collaborative problem-solving and team planning
- Monitor student progress and maintain organized documentation
- Foster an inclusive and positive learning environment
Qualifications and/or Assets:
- Experience working with students with complex needs
- Background and/or experience supporting academic and behavioural needs
- Skill in providing one-to-one and small-group instruction
- Ability to support students within inclusive classroom environments
- Strong organizational skills
- Effective oral and written communication skills
- Strong interpersonal skills and a positive, professional demeanor
- Willingness to work collaboratively in a team-oriented learning environment
- Flexibility and adaptability in implementing programming specific to individual student needs
- Commitment to student success and inclusive education
- Experience and/or training as an Educational Assistant or in Early Childhood Development
Please Note:
We appreciate the interest of all applicants, but advise that only candidates selected for an interview for this competition will be contacted.
