Edmonton Catholic Schools is a large urban school division whose mission is to provide a Catholic education that inspires students to learn and that prepares them to live fully and to serve God in one another. The Division is comprised of over 50,000 students and over 5,500 employees in 95 schools plus other sites.

##Educational Assistant – Internship Pathway

Requisition ID: 11133

Hours Per Week: Varies

Position: New

FTE: Varies

Department: Staff Replacement - EducAsst

No Months Per Year: 10

Position Status: Casual

Employee Group: Non

Rate of Pay: $21.54 per hour

Posting Closing Date: 3/20/26

Educational Assistant – Internship Pathway

Why Consider the Educational Assistant – Internship Pathway?

Edmonton Catholic Schools is pleased to offer select Educational Assistant candidates the opportunity to join our Educational Assistant – Internship Pathway, a supported entry experience designed to help new and aspiring EAs begin their work with confidence, skill, and a strong understanding of inclusive practice.

This pathway provides participants with targeted professional development before entering the classroom, combining high‑quality learning modules with in‑person training facilitated by experienced ECSD staff. The goal is to ensure Educational Assistants are better prepared on day one, while building a strong foundation for ongoing growth and success in our schools.

What This Opportunity Offers

• 3 paid professional learning/ training days prior to classroom placement

• Access to foundational internship learning modules that support early skill development specifically tailored to Edmonton Catholic School Division

• In‑person training led by experienced ECSD staff, focused on:

  • Diverse Learners
  • Students with Complex Behavioral Needs
  • Supporting students in communication needs
  • Students Learning English as an Additional Language

• A supported transition into school‑based work immediately following training

• The opportunity to grow within a collaborative, mission‑driven Catholic school community

Job Responsibilities:

• Assist the teacher with planning, preparing, and implementing programs to meet student needs
• Organize classroom materials, activities, equipment, and programs
• Assist the multi-disciplinary team with the implementation of developmental strategies
• Behaviour management
• Provide a range of personal and physical care
• Assist co-workers during peak periods and absences

Requirements:

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Experience working with children is considered an asset
• Current resume
• 3 professional references
• A current Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Search
• A current Child Intervention Record Check
• Ability to travel to sites within Edmonton

Edmonton Catholic Schools is committed to maintaining a respectful and inclusive workplace that welcomes and values candidates from diverse backgrounds. We hire employees of all faiths for non-teacher positions.

As a Catholic School Division receiving public funding, our schools and departments are imbued with our Catholic Faith. Candidates are expected to exhibit respect and sensitivity towards our Catholic beliefs and practices embraced by both students and staff.

Edmonton Catholic Schools offers a comprehensive benefits program based on contract status as part of its total compensation package.

Before employment, successful candidates will be required to submit a Police Information Check and Intervention Record Check dated within six months of hiring.

Due to the high volume of applications received, only qualified candidates who are shortlisted will be contacted.