Education Assistant (SEAS Program)(MHV) - Permanent

Sherwood Park, AB
On-site
Posted Oct 21, 2026
1 position

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Employment type: Volunteer
Experience level: Mid-level · 2+ years
Minimum education: High school
Posting language: English
Working hours: 33 hours per week
Seniority: Entry level

Job summary

Assist teachers with instructional and non-instructional classroom tasks, student supervision, and personal, physical, and medical care. Support student programming and implement developmental and behavioural strategies in collaboration with teachers and interdisciplinary teams.

Job details

Elk Island Public Schools (EIPS) is one of the largest school divisions in Alberta, serving the education needs of approximately 17,750 students in 43 schools. Every day, the staff and students of EIPS are encouraged to pursue opportunities to grow and discover their passions in life. We pride ourselves on providing staff and students with the tools to achieve success by offering dynamic programming, current resources, and practical professional learning opportunities. Elk Island Public Schools is recruiting a full-time SEAS Education Assistant at Mills Haven Elementary. Mills Haven Elementary serves approximately 500 students in kindergarten to Grade 6, with 25 teaching staff and 18 support staff. The school is located in Sherwood Park, AB. Mills Haven Elementary, through the collaboration of staff, parents, guardians and students, provides a safe and positive learning environment for diverse students as they grow academically, emotionally and socially. Mills Haven Elementary hosts the Division’s German Language and Culture Program. Commencing October 28, 2026 32.75 hours per week (Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday – 6.5 hours per day, Wednesday 6.75 hours per day) Open to Internal and external applicants Click on “Sign in With Employee Email” to be considered an Internal Applicant EIPS offers a comprehensive benefit package The Social, Emotional, Academic Success (SEAS) Program is a specialized system program designed to meet the needs of students with severe emotional or behavioural disorders and related learning difficulties that severely interfere with both the learning and safety of the student and others. The SEAS Program provides high levels of structure and intensive supports along with close and constant adult supervision to help students gain the necessary skills to be successful in an educational setting. Job Summary The Education Assistant (EA) assists teachers in creating a welcoming, safe, and caring classroom that supports effective learning and student success. Reporting to the Principal, the EA is assigned to assist teachers with many instructional and non-instructional tasks in the classroom and during school activities. This includes providing student supervision and assisting students with personal, physical, and medical care. Under the direction of the teacher, and through interdisciplinary team planning, the position supports programming for students and assists with the implementation of developmental and behavioural strategies. The Certified EA has received specialized training to assist children and youth who have a wide range of abilities and exceptionalities including significant emotional and behavioural challenges, learning difficulties and complex physical health concerns. Qualifications Education High School Diploma Preference will be given to candidates with an Educational Assistant Certificate or a comparable post-secondary diploma or certificate Participation in the EIPS Education Assistant Internship Program is considered an asset Experience 2 years of related experience working with children or youth. Experience working in a school is an asset. Knowledge, Skills And Abilities Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills. Ability to take direction and work in a multi-disciplinary team environment as well as independently with minimal supervision. Knowledge of classroom routines, assistive technology and other care equipment. Experience providing complex personal and physical care. Ability to remain calm in a high stress, fast-paced environment. Experience using de-escalation, emotional regulation, and co-regulation techniques. Strong collaboration, organizational, and time management skills. Flexibility, patience, sensitivity, tolerance, enthusiasm, creativity, and imagination. Knowledge of workplace safety and awareness of applicable Occupational Health and Safety regulations. Good knowledge of computers and applicable technology. Qualifications, Certifications First Aid certificate would be an asset Non-Violent Crisis Intervention training would be an asset For further information, contact Paul McKay Principal at ? or email . Elk Island Public Schools appreciates and considers all applications; however, we only contact candidates who are selected for interviews. “If you require assistance with the application system, please call Apply to Education at 1-877-900-5627 or email .”

What you’ll do

Requirements

A high school diploma is required, and preference is given to candidates with an Educational Assistant Certificate or comparable post-secondary credential; two years of related experience working with children or youth is required. Candidates should be able to support students with significant emotional, behavioural, learning, and physical needs, work collaboratively or independently, and remain calm in high-stress situations; First Aid and Non-Violent Crisis Intervention training are assets.