Substitute Administrative Assistants 2025-2026
About the role
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.
EIPS requires individuals to work as Substitute Administrative Assistants on a casual 'on-call' basis. The successful candidates will be trained on various computer programs unique to EIPS, including basic PowerSchool administrative functions including attendance. Candidates having bookkeeping training and/or experience and excellent computer skills are required immediately.
Open to: Internal and External candidates. Internal candidates, who are already approved EIPS substitute administrative assistants and have received the PowerSchool Attendance Training should not apply to this new job posting. Current EIPS substitutes interested in adding administrative assistant skills to their dispatch profile are welcome to apply.
Education/Experience Requirement: High School Diploma Candidates having the following qualifications would be considered an asset:
- Administrative Assistant - Bookkeeping training and experience
- Excellent computer skills - Microsoft 365 Programs (Outlook, Word, Excel, Teams, etc)
- Effective organization and time management skills
- Excellent verbal and written skills
- Strong collaboration and teamwork skills
- Emergency First Aid and CPR
- Ability to manage new technology
Required training for our successful applicants will take place the morning of December 12, 2025. Only online applications will be accepted. (In your online applicant profile, you must complete the Education History.)
Elk Island Public Schools appreciates and considers all applications; however, we only contact candidates selected for interviews. Ensure the email within your Apply to Education profile is the same as on your resume, applicants will be contacted via this email. Watch your junk mail in case it is directed there. All newly hired substitutes will be required to provide a satisfactory Criminal Records Check, which includes a vulnerable sector check - dated within six (6) months from the offer of employment with EIPS - obtained from your local RCMP or Police Department. Any costs incurred are the responsibility of the employee.
If you require assistance with the application system, please call Apply to Education at 1-877-900-5627 or email .
About Elk Island Public Schools
In EIPS, we are committed to preparing children for the future. With excellent teaching standards, diverse and responsive programs, current technology, and well-maintained facilities, there is no better place to begin your child's education than in one of our exceptional schools.
Elk Island Public Schools (EIPS) is one of Alberta's largest school systems, serving approximately 17,500 students in 42 schools. We're proud to be an integral part of our communities, including Sherwood Park, Fort Saskatchewan, Vegreville, Strathcona and Lamont counties, and the western portion of the County of Minburn.
Substitute Administrative Assistants 2025-2026
About the role
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.
EIPS requires individuals to work as Substitute Administrative Assistants on a casual 'on-call' basis. The successful candidates will be trained on various computer programs unique to EIPS, including basic PowerSchool administrative functions including attendance. Candidates having bookkeeping training and/or experience and excellent computer skills are required immediately.
Open to: Internal and External candidates. Internal candidates, who are already approved EIPS substitute administrative assistants and have received the PowerSchool Attendance Training should not apply to this new job posting. Current EIPS substitutes interested in adding administrative assistant skills to their dispatch profile are welcome to apply.
Education/Experience Requirement: High School Diploma Candidates having the following qualifications would be considered an asset:
- Administrative Assistant - Bookkeeping training and experience
- Excellent computer skills - Microsoft 365 Programs (Outlook, Word, Excel, Teams, etc)
- Effective organization and time management skills
- Excellent verbal and written skills
- Strong collaboration and teamwork skills
- Emergency First Aid and CPR
- Ability to manage new technology
Required training for our successful applicants will take place the morning of December 12, 2025. Only online applications will be accepted. (In your online applicant profile, you must complete the Education History.)
Elk Island Public Schools appreciates and considers all applications; however, we only contact candidates selected for interviews. Ensure the email within your Apply to Education profile is the same as on your resume, applicants will be contacted via this email. Watch your junk mail in case it is directed there. All newly hired substitutes will be required to provide a satisfactory Criminal Records Check, which includes a vulnerable sector check - dated within six (6) months from the offer of employment with EIPS - obtained from your local RCMP or Police Department. Any costs incurred are the responsibility of the employee.
If you require assistance with the application system, please call Apply to Education at 1-877-900-5627 or email .
About Elk Island Public Schools
In EIPS, we are committed to preparing children for the future. With excellent teaching standards, diverse and responsive programs, current technology, and well-maintained facilities, there is no better place to begin your child's education than in one of our exceptional schools.
Elk Island Public Schools (EIPS) is one of Alberta's largest school systems, serving approximately 17,500 students in 42 schools. We're proud to be an integral part of our communities, including Sherwood Park, Fort Saskatchewan, Vegreville, Strathcona and Lamont counties, and the western portion of the County of Minburn.