Education Assistant - New Sarepta Elementary School
Contract Type:
Regular
Location:
New Sarepta, AB
Competition #:
26/27-91
FTE:
0.50
Closing Date:
2026-10-28 18:00:28.902 +0000 UTC
Duties:
- Provide academic, emotional, and social support to students with complex behavioral and medical needs in an inclusive environment
- Work independently and collaboratively/in cooperation with classroom and school team
- Assistance with toileting and personal hygiene as required
- Willingness to accept new challenges, receive feedback, and learn new strategies
Qualifications:
- Non-Violent Crisis Intervention is required
- Outdoor supervision of active students
- Experience with students with severe/complex needs is required
- Flexibility within a daily routine is required
- Education Assistant certificate/diploma is an asset
- Understanding of how to support students with limited communication
- Ability to implement strategies from an ISP
- Ability and willingness to perform a variety of tasks with students following the direction of the classroom teacher
Hours & Compensation
- Position term: November 17, 2026 - June 28, 2027
- Hours of work: TBD
- Salary and benefits according to current C.U.P.E. Collective Agreement
How to Apply
Applications must include (in one PDF document):
- Cover letter
- Resume
- Two professional letters of reference
Applications deadline: October 28 @ 12:00 pm
As a condition of employment, new employees are required to provide a current Vulnerable Sector Check and Intervention Record Check at their own expense (prior to starting Employment).
Black Gold School Division is committed to creating a safe, caring, and respectful workplace where employees are supported in fostering positive relationships and demonstrating responsible, professional behaviours.
Thank you for showing an interest in this position. Only those candidates chosen for interview will be contacted.
Resumes of individuals not granted an interview will not be kept on file, and will be disposed of appropriately.