Educational Assistant

Job Summary:

Under the direction of the Principal of the Elementary School, the Educational Assistant is responsible for assisting teachers in the day-to-day needs of the classroom and carrying out the duties listed below, and all other duties as assigned.

This posting is to fill two full-time permanent positions and one full-time contract position. 

Key Responsibilities:

The Educational Assistant shall:

• Assist in the planning of material and lessons for identified students


• Work with identified students one on one or in small groups


• Assist and support classroom management strategies


• Assist in developing Individual Education Programs (IEP) for identified students


• Supervision duties (Recess, hallway, breakfast program)


• Assist in marking (non-subjective) assignments


• Engage in meetings and conversation with teachers, parents, and other representatives


• Follow assigned timetable when moving from various classrooms


• Participate in staff, group and other team meetings


• Nurture a culture where teachers/educational assistants view themselves as facilitators of learning and reflective practitioners


• Incorporate local community culture, language, and traditions across the curriculum and day

Qualifications:

The ideal candidate will meet or exceed the following qualifications.

• Mandatory Grade 12 Diploma


• Post-Secondary Diploma in Educational Assistant


• Clear Vulnerable Person Sector Check


• Experience working with First Nation students


• A combination of Education and experience may be considered if post-secondary diploma requirements are not yet met must submit full outline of how and when requirements will be met

CLOSING DATE: July 20, 2026, at 12:00pm (Noon)