Education Assistants (Connections Program) (WBF) - Permanent

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 Connections Education Assistant** **at Woodbridge Farms Elementary.** **Successful applicant will be required to assist with:** - **personal care, including toileting, toilet training, diapering, grooming, dressing, and other hygiene needs.** - **drinking, food preparation, feeding, and provide support with lifting, transferring, and positioning in specialized equipment.** - **the implementation of the medical emergency plan, by monitoring students’ medical conditions and, when required and administer medication as directed by the teacher.** - **interventions recommended by EIPS interdisciplinary staff such as Speech Language Pathologists, Occupational Therapists, specialized assistants and consultants u****nder the direction of the teacher** **.** - **programming for students with a wide range of developmental, cognitive, learning and behavioural needs.** Woodbridge Farms Elementary serves approximately 315 students in kindergarten to Grade 6, with 21 teaching staff and 11 support staff. The school is located in Sherwood Park, AB. Woodbridge Farms Elementary aims to inspire both students and staff to create a learning community of support, engagement and respect. - **Commencing August 27, 2026** - **31.25 hours per week (Monday - Friday – 6.25 hours per day)** - **Open to Internal and external applicants** **with priority given to** **permanent employees** - **Click on “Sign in With Employee Email” to be considered an Internal** **Applicant** - **EIPS offers a comprehensive** **benefit package** The Connections Program is a specialized system program designed for students in grades 1-6 who’ve been diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). ASD can result in difficulties in communication, social relationships, behaviour, learning or any combination thereof. The program is designed for students who require flexible instruction that is responsive to fluctuations in levels of engagement or regulation throughout the school day in a classroom environment that takes into consideration individual sensory needs. **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 more information, please contact Kerri Williams, Principal, at 780-464-3330 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 .”*