Heritage Christian Online School is a thriving online learning community offering K-12 home and online education to students across the province. HCOS provides flexible solutions and programming tailored to every child’s learning journey.
HCOS Education Assistants are independent contractors who provide program support, behaviour and academic interventions, and encouragement to Home Learners within the Inclusive Education Department. Please see our Education Assistant Profile for more information.
The Position:
We are seeking one or two Education Assistants to work on-site one day per week in our Nanaimo Community Connections class for the 2026/27 school year. This is a part-time contract position that may grow in hours over the course of the school year, depending on student needs and EA skillsets.
Location: Nanaimo, BC
Grades: 4/5 class, 6-8 class or 9-12 class
Schedule: Wednesdays, 8:45 a.m. – 3:15 p.m.
Hours : 6-15 hours per week
As the Education Assistant your duties and responsibilities will include:
Supporting the social, spiritual and academic learning needs of students, providing mentorship to the whole person
Connecting with students individually or in small groups
Collaborating with the teaching staff and the parent to support personalized learning opportunities
Assisting in carrying out IEP goals, working alongside the broader student support team
We are looking for someone with the following qualities:
Background working in Education, EA Support, Behaviour Intervention, or with children/youth
Professionals with non-EA specific credentials are encouraged to also apply (e.g., psychology, behaviour analysis, social work, coaching, mathematics, etc.)
A valid Certified Educational Assistant certificate (or training in process) is considered an asset
Subject matter knowledge in the applicable grade levels or willingness to learn
Demonstrate alignment with the following attitudes and attributes:
Alignment with our Biblical Attributes & demonstrates a commitment to, and a lifestyle reflective of, the KCCS Foundational Beliefs
Collaborative and team-oriented
Demonstrated alignment in supporting team goals over individual aims
Teachable, humble, self-reflective, and encouraging
Creative and innovative
Intrinsically motivated, diligent, adaptable, and solutions-oriented
Relationally competent
Demonstrated strength in emotional intelligence and interpersonal awareness
Alignment with our HCOS EA Profile Attributes
Experience in differentiating learning for students of various proficiency levels
Excellent critical thinking and organizational skills
What we offer:
Competitive Wage: $23.97 – $28.13 hourly depending on certification and experience
Contractor model
If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of students and supporting their educational journey within a Christian framework, we invite you to apply for the Education Assistant position at Heritage Christian Online School!
Heritage Christian Online School (HCOS) is a ministry of Kelowna Christian Center Society (KCCS). KCCS was established in 1982 with a vision for the community and global influence. KCCS exists so that all people can experience abundant life in Christ by reaching, raising up and releasing people who reflect the kingdom of God, through creating communities of belonging and learning
