Certified Education Assistant

Are you interested in joining a great school community and working with a team of awesome people who are passionate about the exciting world of education? 

Who are we?

Over the past 20 years Aberdeen Hall has become a top level independent school that provides excellent academics and a strong character education to our diverse student population of 700 preschool to grade 12 children.

We have an opportunity in September 2025 in our Senior School Learning Strategies Department for a Certified Education Assistant. (position profile can be found here).

 We welcome applicants who, like us, embrace the core values of resilience, responsibility, integrity, optimism, curiosity and kindness.  You are also known to be innovative, progressive, adaptable and passionate about raising the next generation to lead meaningful lives as contributing citizens to their communities. 

What makes us different?

Working at Aberdeen Hall is far from the status quo. We are a forward-thinking school that believes in rewarding our employees and putting our people first. We are grateful for our community spirited culture, and we continuously nurture it to ensure our team feels valued every single day. Additionally, working and living in the beautiful Okanagan offers an exceptional opportunity for work-life balance, a comfortable pace of life and a wide range of after-work activities.

Aberdeen Hall provides

• Competitive Compensation at an annual salary of $45,300 to $54,361 inclusive of vacation pay and commensurate with years of experience 
  14 weeks vacation
• Open and collaborative culture
• Comprehensive benefits package
• RRSP contribution of 8% for employees that invest 4% of their salary
• Financial Guidance from an Industry Professional
• Personalized professional development plans
• Newly built inspiring campus setting
• Well established mentorship program
• Innovate and progressive approach to teaching
• Newly built inspiring campus setting
• Low student/teacher ratio

Position Summary 

The Education Assistant plays a crucial role in supporting student learning and well-being within our Learning Strategies Department. This position provides both individualized and group support to help students thrive academically, socially, and emotionally.

Reporting to the Learning Strategies Coordinator and Senior School Principals, the Education Assistant works closely with teachers, specialists, and parents to implement personalized strategies, accommodations, and modifications tailored to each student’s unique needs. Success in this role requires a deep understanding of student development, learning differences, and inclusive education practices.

Requirements

• Education Assistant Certificate or equivalent qualifications or experience
  Certified to administer Level B individualized assessments an asset;
• Experience and/or training in the RTI model, differentiation and executive functioning an asset;
• Knowledge of the BC Inclusive Education policy; and of current educational research on universal design and response to intervention;
• A solid understanding of the creation and implementation of Individual Support Plans;
• Experience in an Independent School (asset)
• Computer Skills: Google classroom, docs, sheets, slides and Gmail
• Known to model the highest standards of professional practice and interactions with all stakeholders
• Ability to understand the importance of emotional intelligence and empathy in building trust and contribute to a positive working atmosphere across the School community
• Known to communicate, negotiate, collaborate and build partnerships effectively

As part of our active commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion we strive to welcome students, families and employees with a diverse range of identities and backgrounds to enrich the Aberdeen Hall family with varied perspectives.

The successful applicant will be a team player and participate in extracurricular activities.  Aberdeen Hall offers competitive compensation for permanent positions and excellent long-term potential.  We thank all candidates for their time and interest; however, only those to be interviewed will be contacted.  

Please forward your resume and cover letter that includes your first and last name to: Lisa White, Director of Finance & Human Resources at [email protected]

To learn more about us visit www.aberdeenhall.com