Teacher Assistant & After School Program Supervision Aide

Junior School 

Full Time – Temporary Contract 

Maternity Leave Coverage starting March 2025 

(Please note: This position is required when students are in session therefore there will be a break for the months of July and August)

About York House School
It all began on the corner of Granville and 28th where seven fearless women welcomed 17 students to the very first York House School in 1932. Nearly a century later, thousands of students have found their unique path and purpose at YHS. Our School has since grown into one of Canada’s leading independent schools for girls. Nearly a century later, thousands of students have found their unique path and purpose with us. Today, we serve approximately 700 students from Junior Kindergarten to Grade 12.

At York House School, our Vision is clear: seeing the world as it is, and imagining what it could be, we aspire to create a transformational experience for students who are empowered to reshape the future.

Our Mission

We are dedicated to creating an environment that elevates the mind, celebrates uniqueness, inspires creativity, and encourages discourse.

Why Join Us?

At York House School, we’re fostering a learning environment where creative exploration, courageous conversation and deep intellectual engagement are equally celebrated. This bold approach requires a highly skilled, diverse and energetic team of committed faculty and staff. Please check out our Spark Strategic Plan to learn more.

If you are passionate about education, excited by the opportunity to inspire future leaders, and eager to be part of a vibrant, forward-thinking community, we would love to hear from you. 

About This Role

This is a combined position of Teacher Assistant, Lunch Supervision Aide, and After School Program Supervision.  The Teacher Assistant is responsible for providing assistance to the teacher and the students in the development of strategies to achieve academic, behavioural, and social goals. In addition, this role provides assistance and support in the implementation of individual education programs for visual and hearing impaired students. Teacher assistants support students and assist teachers with teaching and non-instructional tasks. They assist in areas of personal care, teaching, and behaviour management, working alongside the teachers. 

After School Program Responsibilities:

• Oversee and coordinate the After School Program at the Junior School from 2:45 pm to 5:30 pm Monday to Friday on days when school is in session
• Work collaboratively with other two After School Program Supervisors and the Manager
• Provide a safe, welcoming, and fun environment for students ranging from grades 1 to 6
• Prepare and plan for activities daily
• Supervise student lunch and/or recess inside and outside
• Supervise other student activities as needed

Teacher Assistant Responsibilities:

• Assists the teacher in the implementation of curriculum, classroom materials and schedules to meet the needs of students
• Reinforces concepts introduced by the teacher and supports instructional programs designed by the teacher
• Maintains regular communications with the teacher and other team members and other relevant staff
• Supports the delivery of assessments such as Words Their Way, DIBELS, and PM Benchmarking
• Help students individually or in small groups with activities
• Supervises student(s) both on and off the school campus as required
• Operates standard school and office equipment including personal computer applications, instructional aid communications, and special individualized equipment
• May carry out emergency procedures
• Performs other related duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills and Experience

• Collaborative and flexible team-player
• Knowledge of the current research on girls and learning
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, time-management and communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to engage in a collegial and supportive manner.
• Able to provide care and mature guidance to children
• Have relevant work experience
• Early Childhood Certification or Responsible Adult Training is an asset
• Current First Aid Certification
• Food Safe Certification
• 19 years of age or over

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Please apply here.

This posting will remain open until the position is filled. Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible, as applications will be reviewed as they arrive. We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Compensation is based on qualifications and experience per the salary grid (From $28.77 to $39.54) in the Collective Agreement with BCGEU.