Educational Assistant On-Call

John Knox Christian School invites caring, patient, and dedicated individuals to join our Educational Assistant On Call (EAOC) team. This is a meaningful opportunity to serve in a Christ-centered learning community where faith, relationships, and excellence guide our work each day. Our school offers a welcoming and supportive staff culture, a faith-based environment where your work makes a genuine difference, and opportunities to build strong relationships as part of a caring school community.

Located in Burnaby, BC, John Knox Christian School is committed to preparing students for a life of transformation and service through excellent Christ-centered education. Our staff live out this mission by nurturing strong relationships, supporting the whole child, and working together in a spirit of care, professionalism, and shared purpose.

As an Educational Assistant On Call, you will be welcomed into a supportive school community and work alongside teachers and support staff to meet the diverse needs of students. You will support students across grade levels, helping to maintain continuity of learning and contributing to a safe, respectful, and encouraging classroom environment.

As an Educational Assistant on Call, you will:

• Follow plans, procedures, and programs provided by the Educational Support Services Department
• Support individual and small groups of students with learning, social, emotional, or behavioural needs
• Help create and maintain a safe, welcoming, and respectful learning environment
• Support classroom routines and daily transitions
• Build positive, trusting relationships with students and staff
• Adapt with flexibility, patience, and care to meet the needs of each student under your care
• Uphold the mission, values, and Christian culture of John Knox Christian School

Qualifications:

• Commitment to Christ-centered education and alignment with the mission of the school
• A warm, calm, and adaptable approach when supporting students
• Strong communication and collaboration skills
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism
• Experience working with children in elementary and/or middle school settings is an asset
• Experience supporting students with diverse learning needs is an asset
• Educational Assistant training is an asset, but not required

How to Apply

Applications will be accepted and considered immediately. Interested applicants are invited to submit:

• A current résumé
• A brief cover letter expressing your interest in Christian education
• A short statement of faith or reflection on your Christian journey
• Supporting references

Please send applications to employment@johnknoxbc.org.