S2526-18 Educational Assistant - Cold Lake Junior High School
About the role
Located in Alberta's scenic Lakeland region, Northern Lights Public Schools offers an inspiring place to live and work - with access to abundant outdoor recreation and stunning displays of the Aurora Borealis. Our division is dedicated to student success and well-being, with a strong focus on literacy and numeracy, enhanced learning pathways, and student mental health as division priorities. We are committed to creating safe, caring, and inclusive learning environments where every student can thrive.
Northern Lights Public Schools invites applications for the following position:
S2526-18 Educational Assistant - Cold Lake Junior High School
We are seeking a part-time (0.5 FTE) Educational Assistant for the start of the 2025-2026 school year. This assignment involve assisting with student educational program needs including social skills, behaviour skills, self-help and personal care needs. This position requires a compassionate and energetic individual to work in a team environment.
Cold Lake Junior High School is located in the City of Cold Lake with approximately 480 students in grades 7-9. Cold Lake Junior High School is an inspiring environment where students are proud to learn, fostering student potential through academic responsibility, critical thinking and moral citizenship. Our goal is to educate the students and foster responsible and ethical citizens for the future.
Preference will be given to applicants who have**:**
- Post-Secondary training and/or experience as an Educational Assistant
- Knowledge and experience with behavioral strategies
- Experience working one-on-one and/or in group settings
- Knowledge of documentation procedures and proficiency with computers
- Knowledge and experience in alternate communication strategies
- Experience assisting students with self-help and personal care needs
- Familiarity with strategies to address different learning styles and experience with Individual Program Plans
Training and skills that would be an asset include:
- Relative experience in educational assistance, nursing and/or rehabilitation
- SIVA and/or Non-Violent Crisis Intervention training
How to Apply:
Interested applicants are required to create and complete all sections of their portfolio through the 'Apply On-Line' link on our website, in the employment section. Check your 'Job Application Log' to confirm that you have successfully applied. This position will remain open until filled.
The successful candidate will be required to obtain and provide a criminal records check which includes a vulnerable sectors check. We thank all interested applicants, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
About Northern Lights Public Schools
Northern Lights Public Schools is a K-12 school division located in northeastern Alberta in the heart of the Lakeland region. We provide a variety of education options to families through our 27 schools, including six outreach schools and our new Learning Together Anywhere School which provides families an alternative to in-person classes. We serve approximately 6,000 students located throughout the Lakeland in three major hubs - Bonnyville, Cold Lake, and Lac La Biche - and their surrounding rural communities.
S2526-18 Educational Assistant - Cold Lake Junior High School
About the role
Located in Alberta's scenic Lakeland region, Northern Lights Public Schools offers an inspiring place to live and work - with access to abundant outdoor recreation and stunning displays of the Aurora Borealis. Our division is dedicated to student success and well-being, with a strong focus on literacy and numeracy, enhanced learning pathways, and student mental health as division priorities. We are committed to creating safe, caring, and inclusive learning environments where every student can thrive.
Northern Lights Public Schools invites applications for the following position:
S2526-18 Educational Assistant - Cold Lake Junior High School
We are seeking a part-time (0.5 FTE) Educational Assistant for the start of the 2025-2026 school year. This assignment involve assisting with student educational program needs including social skills, behaviour skills, self-help and personal care needs. This position requires a compassionate and energetic individual to work in a team environment.
Cold Lake Junior High School is located in the City of Cold Lake with approximately 480 students in grades 7-9. Cold Lake Junior High School is an inspiring environment where students are proud to learn, fostering student potential through academic responsibility, critical thinking and moral citizenship. Our goal is to educate the students and foster responsible and ethical citizens for the future.
Preference will be given to applicants who have**:**
- Post-Secondary training and/or experience as an Educational Assistant
- Knowledge and experience with behavioral strategies
- Experience working one-on-one and/or in group settings
- Knowledge of documentation procedures and proficiency with computers
- Knowledge and experience in alternate communication strategies
- Experience assisting students with self-help and personal care needs
- Familiarity with strategies to address different learning styles and experience with Individual Program Plans
Training and skills that would be an asset include:
- Relative experience in educational assistance, nursing and/or rehabilitation
- SIVA and/or Non-Violent Crisis Intervention training
How to Apply:
Interested applicants are required to create and complete all sections of their portfolio through the 'Apply On-Line' link on our website, in the employment section. Check your 'Job Application Log' to confirm that you have successfully applied. This position will remain open until filled.
The successful candidate will be required to obtain and provide a criminal records check which includes a vulnerable sectors check. We thank all interested applicants, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
About Northern Lights Public Schools
Northern Lights Public Schools is a K-12 school division located in northeastern Alberta in the heart of the Lakeland region. We provide a variety of education options to families through our 27 schools, including six outreach schools and our new Learning Together Anywhere School which provides families an alternative to in-person classes. We serve approximately 6,000 students located throughout the Lakeland in three major hubs - Bonnyville, Cold Lake, and Lac La Biche - and their surrounding rural communities.