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CC#25-04-207, Educational Assistant- Hilden Elementary School


Company : Nova Scotia Regional Centres for Education & CSAP


Location : Truro, Truro


Created : 2026-02-06


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Competition #: CC# Position: Educational Assistant Union: NSGEU Family of Schools: Nova Location(s): Hilden Elementary School Hours Per Day: 5.50 Hours Per Week: 27.50 School Hours: 8:00-2:15 Assignment Hours: 8:15-2:15 Days: Mon,Tue,Wed,Thu,Fri Status: Term Percentage: 10 Months Salary: As per NSGEU Contract Additional Info: Post Date: Thursday February 5, 2026 Close Date: Monday February 9, 2026 at 12:00:00PM Anticipated Start Date: Wednesday February 11, 2026 End Date: 6/30/2026 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 Z Standards). - Ability to perform physical requirements of the position Additional Assets 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 or to request reasonable accommodations