Helpful school subjects
psychology and social sciences, family studies, health and physical education, communications, mathematics, co-op and community service.
← Educational Assistant overview
02 · WHY · HELP PATH
Why might Educational Assistant fit me?
Career fit is not a score. Notice what interests you, then compare that curiosity with real workplaces and real people.
ESTIMATED ANNUAL EARNINGS
$35,200low
$50,000median
$64,840high
Ontario Job Bank hourly rates multiplied by 2,000 paid hours: $17.60, $25.00 and $32.42. Before tax; overtime, premiums, benefits, unpaid time and self-employment income are excluded.
FIT EXPLORATION
What sounds like you—right now?
Select any statements you want to think about. Your answers can change as you learn about Educational Assistant.
Start anywhere.
There is no minimum and no passing score.
REALITIES TO CONSIDER
Interesting work can still be demanding.
- continuous responsibility for student safety
- active classroom and community movement
- emotionally complex or escalating situations
- personal-care support within role and training
- confidential student information and team accountability
Strengths to practise
relationship building, calm observation, communication adaptation, patience, collaborative problem-solving.
Careers to compare
Child and Youth Worker, Developmental Services Worker, Early Childhood Educator, Behaviour Support Worker, Special Education Teacher.
EVIDENCE BASE
Sources & verification
Regulated, numerical and time-sensitive claims link to the authority used. Accessed and reviewed August 25, 2026.
Skilled Trades Ontario — Educational Assistant ↗Official scope, duties, training and certificationGovernment of Canada Job Bank — Ontario wages ↗Ontario low, median and high employee wage benchmarkSkilled Trades Ontario — Start an apprenticeship ↗Eligibility, sponsors and registrationOntario — OYAP ↗High-school apprenticeship pathway
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