Part-Time Temporary Educational Assistant

Job summary

The Educational Assistant will work with students with diverse needs across kindergarten to grade 12. They are expected to collaborate effectively with teachers and contribute to a supportive team environment.

Job details

Peace River School Division is seeking applications for a Part-Time Temporary (0.75 F.T.E.) Educational Assistant at Grimshaw Public School. This position will commence immediately. The successful candidate will be working with a variety of students with diverse needs. Grimshaw Public School serves students from kindergarten to grade 12. To learn more about the school, the staff and what it has to offer, please click Grimshaw Public School is located in the town of Grimshaw, 20 kms west of Peace River. To find out more about the town, please click Qualifications Educational Assistant Certificate or equivalent Experience and/or training working with young children Skills Ability to work with children with varied age, skill level, needs and abilities Excellent communication skills and ability to work collaboratively with teachers Ability to work as part of a team Ability to work independently Commitment and accountability Requirements Provide an acceptance current Criminal Record with Vulnerable Sector Check Please note, record check must be less than six (6) months old to date of your application. This position will remain open until suitable candidate is secured. The Peace River School Division thanks you for your interest in working with our division - only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Education For instructions on how to apply, visit our Careers page. If you require assistance with the application process, please contact ApplyToEducation at 1-877-900-5625 or email info@applytoeducation.com or send cover letter, resume, three work related references and supporting documents to: Jessica Shaw, PrincipalBox 468, Grimshaw, AB T0H 1W0p: (780) 332-4075 email: shawj@prsd.ab.ca Learning Together - Success for All If emailing, please send attachments in PDF format and indicate the position you are applying for in the e-mail subject line. This is a union position under the collective agreement between the Rate Of Pay $23.27 to $28.86 per hour (dependent on experience and education in accordance with the collective agreement between the CUPE Local 4839 and the Peace River School Division). Benefits The following benefits are available to CUPE Support Staff Association employees when they have successfully completed the probationary period and are working at a 0.50 FTE or greater in accordance with the collective agreement between the CUPE Local 4839 and the Peace River School Division Life Insurance Disability Benefits Extended Health Care Vison Care Dental Care Health Spending Account/Wellness Spending Account Employee & Family Assistance Program Pension Paid time off Building an Equitable and Inclusive Workplace Peace River School Division is committed to upholding the values of equity, diversity and inclusion in our living, learning and work environments. We know that we all share responsibility for creating an equitable, diverse, and inclusive community. This commitment is specifically demonstrated through our dedication to anti-racism and our ongoing work toward Truth and Reconciliation. In pursuit of our values, we seek members who are eager to participate in that shared responsibility. We actively encourage applications from members of historically and systemically underrepresented groups including but not limited to women, Indigenous people and other members of a visible minority group, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity and expression. We recognize that many of these identities intersect and that equity, diversity and inclusion can be complex. We value the contributions that each person brings and are committed to ensuring full and equal participation for all in our community. We commit to identifying and actively removing systemic barriers to ensure a respectful, safe, and welcoming environment free from discrimination, including racism

What you’ll do

The Educational Assistant will work with students with diverse needs across kindergarten to grade 12. They are expected to collaborate effectively with teachers and contribute to a supportive team environment.

Requirements

Candidates must possess an Educational Assistant Certificate or equivalent and have experience working with young children. A current Criminal Record Check with a Vulnerable Sector Check is mandatory for all applicants.

Benefits

• Life Insurance • Disability Benefits • Extended Health Care • Vision Care • Dental Care • Health Spending Account • Wellness Spending Account • Employee & Family Assistance Program • Pension • Paid time off

Listed skills

• Teamwork · Preferred
• Communication Skills · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Communication skills
• Collaborative work
• Teamwork
• Independent work
• Child development
• Student support
• Accountability

Job areas

• Education
• Social Services