Educational Assistant- Bridge Training Program

At the Greater Victoria School District, we believe in the value of high expectations and in every individual’s capacity to learn and positively impact the future. In 47 schools serving 20,000 students, our 3,000 employees are committed every day to ensuring our students’ success in a responsible and safe environment. We offer a variety of specialty programs, from athletic academies and career preparation to French immersion and a Challenge program.

We are offering a three-week condensed training program designed to get aspiring Educational Assistants classroom ready.

Requirements for acceptance into the program

• Legally able to work in Canada upon completion of the program
• Grade 12 or equivalent
• One (1) year Education Assistant or Community Support Worker certificate or equivalent combination of post-secondary courses in child / adolescent development, or behavior management including non-violent crisis intervention techniques.
• Experience working with vulnerable children
• First Aid and CPR certified, or willingness to get certified
• Ability to commit each day of the full three-week course (please do not apply if you cannot attend these dates)
• Interest and capability to be gainfully employed by the School District at the conclusion of the program

The benefits of working with us include :

Completion of this program could lead to an Educational Assistant position with the Greater Victoria School District. The positions offer regular call outs leading to continuing assignments of 24-28 hours per week, a competitive hourly rate (spareboard at $28.86 / hr) and a comprehensive pension and benefits package.

Acceptance to this program will be based on an interview to be conducted over Microsoft Teams and completion of reference checks. A job offer is not guaranteed at the end of the program, however that is the hopeful outcome. Job offers will be based on performance during the three week Educational Assistant Training Program.

This program is free of charge to all accepted applicants and applicants must commit to attending each day of the in person three week training program.

The program includes :