Overview
Educational Program Assistant Jobs in Dartmouth, Canada at Ross Road School
Job Details
Daily
Schedule:
7:50am to 1:56pm
Job Requirements
- Valid First Aid/CPR Certification (upload certificate or proof of registration on your resume)
- Medium Lifting (up to 50 pounds)
Training & Support
- Toileting
- Personal Care
- Behaviour Management Support (assist with implementation and tracking of behaviour targets, de‑escalation strategies, foster pro‑social and conflict resolution skills, implement calming strategies, etc.)
- Medical Related Procedures (assist with catheterization, diabetes care, inhalation therapy, medication distribution, physiotherapy exercise, ostomy care, seizure management, suctioning, tube feeding, etc.)
A related diploma or certificate from a recognized post secondary institution, including a formal practicum placement, will be considered an asset.
Benefits
- Attractive schedules offering work/life balance
- Competitive compensation
- Comprehensive health and dental benefits cost‑shared with the employer
- Defined benefit pension plan with contributions matched by the employer
- Excellent career opportunities and potential for professional growth and development
- Employee and Family Assistance Program
Educational Program Assistants are members of the Canadian Union of Public Employees, Local 5047 (CUPE). The CUPE collective agreement can be accessed by clicking HERE.
Salary & Hours
Rate of Pay:
This is a 10‑month position with a work schedule in accordance with the school year calendar which includes time off at Christmas, March Break and Summer break.
Starting annual salary for a 100% position: $37,811.64 including 4% vacation pay. Rates are based on a five (5) step scale with step increases occurring annually in accordance with the Collective Agreement.
EPAs are paid every two weeks with the annual salary paid across 12 months (August 1st to July 31st) for working a 10‑month school year. The annual salary for term positions less than a school year is pro‑rated over the length of the term.
Daily Hours of Work:
- 50% Position = 3.5 hours (includes one 15 minute paid break)
- 80% Position = 6.1 hours (includes ½ hour unpaid lunch and two 15 minute paid breaks)
- 100% Position = 7.5 hours (includes ½ hour unpaid lunch and two 15 minute paid breaks)
Applicants must complete the EPA Specific Questionnaire at the end of the Educational Program Assistant Resume Template.
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Title: Educational Program Assistant
Company: Ross Road School
Location: Dartmouth, Canada
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