Education Assistant - Covenant Christian School
Covenant Christian School is an alternative Christian program within the Black Gold School Division,whose core purpose is: “Flourishing Learners, Delighting in God, Inspired to Serve.” Covenant offers aChrist-centered education to approximately 410 students in kindergarten to grade nine. As such, weteach the Alberta curriculum from a Christian perspective, using a framework called Teaching forTransformation (TfT). This framework integrates ten key discipleship concepts into all teaching andlearning. See ccs.blackgold.ca for more information about the school.
Duties:
- Support student learning and development, primarily in Kindergarten, with flexibility to support Grades 1-9
- Work under the direction of the classroom teacher(s) to implement programming, accommodations, and strategies that support student success and diverse learning needs
- Assist with classroom management, supervision, transitions, and positive behaviour support
- Contribute to a safe, inclusive, Christ-centred environment
- Perform additional duties as assigned
Qualifications:
- EA Certificate/Diploma or equivalent post-secondary education and NVCI certification are assets
- Experience and/or training in early learning and early literacy development is considered an asset
- Experience supporting students with ASD, ADHD, speech-language, behavioural, and diverse needs is an asset
- Knowledge of positive behaviour supports and respectful problem-solving
Hours & Compensation
- Position term: August 25, 2026 - June 28, 2027
- Hours of work: Monday to Friday 8:30 am - 3:00 pm
- 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
- One pastoral letter of reference (with contact information)
- Statement of Faith
Applications deadline: August 18, 2026 @ 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 dedicated to promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace. BGSD celebrates and welcomes the diversity of all employees, stakeholders, and external personnel.
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.