The Catholic Independent Schools of the Nelson Diocese (CISND) hosts six elementary schools and one high school. The Diocese is located in the beautiful Okanagan and Kootenay regions of British Columbia. We are committed to hiring qualified employees who are dedicated to education in the Roman Catholic tradition.St. Mary's Elementary (Cranbrook, BC) Our Lady of Lourdes (West Kelowna, BC)

St. Michaels School (Trail, BC) St Joseph Catholic School (Kelowna, BC) St. Joseph Elementary School (Nelson, BC) invites applications at this time for:

Certified Educational Assistants

Non Certified Educational Assistants

CISND is recruiting for enthusiastic and dedicated Educational Assistants to join our team. Our community of teachers and support staff work collaboratively guide students, developing the whole person intellectually, spiritually, physically and artistically. Our goal is for all students to become independent, capable young people with clear perceptions, skills, and abilities to achieve successfully.

Our successful candidate will: be able to provide a warm, compassionate learning environment.

enjoy fostering childrens sense of well-being, promoting feelings of belonging and inclusiveness.

be flexible to the changing needs of the children and programs.

work in a team environment, collaboratively with children and families, colleagues and administration.

have problem solving and multi-tasking skills.

maintain a neat, orderly and clean environment, including all activity areas.

have the ability to work under minimal supervision.

Preference will be given to candidates with the following qualifications: First Aid Training Certificate is an asset

Commitment to Catholic Education

Identification with and participation in the life of a Catholic parish

Training specific to the role (Educational Assistant)

Successful Educational Assistant experience

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to foster a positive working relationship with students, families, colleagues and administration

Ability to use discretion when dealing with confidential matters

Additional training in Applied Behavioural Analysis/Intervention, Autism Spectrum Disorder and CPI are an assetThe following is to be included in your application: Cover letter

Resume/curriculum vitae

Relevant Certificates, licences, memberships/honours in professional/technical associations and associated post secondary transcripts

CISND Pastoral Reference form As a condition of employment, successful candidates will be required to provide or complete a valid criminal record check and complete diocesan Safe Environnment training and submit documentation to indicate they are legally entitled to work in Canada (photocopy of Canadian birth certificate or Canadian passport).