CC#26-02-187, Educational Assistant - Harmony Heights Elementary
About the role
Competition #: CC#26-02-187
Position: Educational Assistant
Family of Schools: Cobequid
Location(s):
Harmony Heights Elementary
Hours Per Day: 5.5
Hours Per Week: 27.5
School Hours: 7:55-2:00
Assignment Hours: 7:40-2pm
Days: Mon,Tue,Wed,Thu,Fri
Status: Regular Full-time
Percentage: 10 Months
Salary: As per NSGEU Contract
Additional Info:
Post Date: Monday July 13, 2026
Close Date: Wednesday August 5, 2026 at 4:00:00PM
Anticipated Start Date: Tuesday September 1, 2026
End Date: Wednesday June 30, 2027
Introduction 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/behaviour management. The position will require supporting students with a wide range of social/behavioural and cognitive abilities. Additionally, Educational Assistants will also be required to support basic medical/personal care and behavioural/safety support (including but not limited to personal hygiene, diabetes care, tube feeding, catheterization, running, lifting and positioning, personal care, toileting, feeding).
Minimum Requirements - High school completion certificate or equivalent - Recognized diploma or certificate program from a recognized post secondary institution including a formal practicum placement - Current Standard First-Aid certification with CPR Level C. (The course must meet Occupational Health & Safety (OHS) and Workplace First Aid (WFA) standards to comply with the CSA Z1210-17 Standards). - Ability to perform physical requirements of the position
Additional Assets -experience with flight risks and NVCI -working as part of a flexible team -experience with safety plans and positive behaviour plans -experience in Learning Centre environment -experience with supporting students living with Down Syndrome and ASD -experience in Elementary setting -experience supporting students in classroom environment -experience supporting unexpected behaviours -experience with personal care & toileting -experience with transfers & lifts -experience supporting medical protocols -experience supporting students using assistive technology
Closing Notes Please note, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. If you are the successful candidate you will be required to provide copies of your education credentials and Standard First Aid and CPR- C. You will also be require to provide your original criminal records check and your original child abuse register which will be reviewed in accordance with the CCRCE policies and procedures. Applicants with disabilities who require assistance during the hiring process may contact Employee Health at employeehealth@ccrce.ca or 902-896-5799 to request reasonable accommodations
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CC#26-02-187, Educational Assistant - Harmony Heights Elementary
About the role
Competition #: CC#26-02-187
Position: Educational Assistant
Family of Schools: Cobequid
Location(s):
Harmony Heights Elementary
Hours Per Day: 5.5
Hours Per Week: 27.5
School Hours: 7:55-2:00
Assignment Hours: 7:40-2pm
Days: Mon,Tue,Wed,Thu,Fri
Status: Regular Full-time
Percentage: 10 Months
Salary: As per NSGEU Contract
Additional Info:
Post Date: Monday July 13, 2026
Close Date: Wednesday August 5, 2026 at 4:00:00PM
Anticipated Start Date: Tuesday September 1, 2026
End Date: Wednesday June 30, 2027
Introduction 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/behaviour management. The position will require supporting students with a wide range of social/behavioural and cognitive abilities. Additionally, Educational Assistants will also be required to support basic medical/personal care and behavioural/safety support (including but not limited to personal hygiene, diabetes care, tube feeding, catheterization, running, lifting and positioning, personal care, toileting, feeding).
Minimum Requirements - High school completion certificate or equivalent - Recognized diploma or certificate program from a recognized post secondary institution including a formal practicum placement - Current Standard First-Aid certification with CPR Level C. (The course must meet Occupational Health & Safety (OHS) and Workplace First Aid (WFA) standards to comply with the CSA Z1210-17 Standards). - Ability to perform physical requirements of the position
Additional Assets -experience with flight risks and NVCI -working as part of a flexible team -experience with safety plans and positive behaviour plans -experience in Learning Centre environment -experience with supporting students living with Down Syndrome and ASD -experience in Elementary setting -experience supporting students in classroom environment -experience supporting unexpected behaviours -experience with personal care & toileting -experience with transfers & lifts -experience supporting medical protocols -experience supporting students using assistive technology
Closing Notes Please note, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. If you are the successful candidate you will be required to provide copies of your education credentials and Standard First Aid and CPR- C. You will also be require to provide your original criminal records check and your original child abuse register which will be reviewed in accordance with the CCRCE policies and procedures. Applicants with disabilities who require assistance during the hiring process may contact Employee Health at employeehealth@ccrce.ca or 902-896-5799 to request reasonable accommodations