Temporary Part-Time Educational Assistant

Job summary

The Educational Assistant works under the supervision of a certificated teacher to support students in a collaborative environment. Responsibilities include performing physical tasks and assisting students with personal care.

Job details

Peace Wapiti Public School Division (PWPSD) provides service to approximately 6,100 students in Junior Kindergarten through Grade 12 in 34 schools and is one of the largest employers in the Grande Prairie/Spirit River region. To learn more about northwestern Alberta and Working, Living and Playing in our region, please visit the Work NW Alberta website . CLAIRMONT COMMUNITY SCHOOL is seeking candidates who enjoy working in a student-focused and collaborative environment. We invite applications for a Temporary Part-Time Educational Assistant (13.17 hours/week). The Educational Assistant works under the supervision of a certificated teacher. Qualifications High School Diploma or equivalent Educational Assistant Diploma is preferred CPR/First Aid would be considered an asset Experience working with children in a classroom/organized setting is preferred You have the ability and willingness to perform required physical tasks, as well as assist with personal care. You have the ability to meet outside of school hours. You have the ability to work as part of a team. Applications Should Include Completed Apply to Education profile Cover letter Detailed resume A list of three references (with current contact information) A current Criminal Record Check (including Vulnerable Sector Check), dated within the last six months, is a condition of employment. Terms and conditions of employment are outlined in . Salary is commensurate with education and experience. The salary range for this position is $21.28/hour to $28.02/hour. Eligible employees may qualify for a comprehensive benefits package designed to enhance your work and family life; including Life Insurance, Extended Disability Benefit, Dental Care, Extended Health Care, and Vision Benefits. We appreciate and thank you for your application; however, only candidates who are selected for an interview will be contacted. PWPSD reserves the right to check references prior to the scheduling of interviews. All questions about this opportunity should be addressed to Kellie Lewis, Director of Human Resources and Labour Relations at or by phone at (780) 831-3077. PWPSD accepts applications for all positions online. All applicants, both internal and external, are required to create a profile and apply for career opportunities as they become available. Once you have successfully applied to a position you will receive a confirmation e-mail, and the job will be listed in your ‘Job Application Log’. If you require technical assistance registering for an account or uploading documents, please call ApplytoEducation at 1-877-900-5627.

What you’ll do

The Educational Assistant works under the supervision of a certificated teacher to support students in a collaborative environment. Responsibilities include performing physical tasks and assisting students with personal care.

Requirements

A High School Diploma is required, while an Educational Assistant Diploma and CPR/First Aid certification are preferred. Candidates should have experience working with children in an organized setting and the ability to work as part of a team.

Benefits

• Life Insurance • Extended Disability Benefit • Dental Care • Extended Health Care • Vision Benefits

Listed skills

• Teamwork · Preferred
• First Aid · Preferred
• CPR · Preferred
• Collaboration · Preferred
• Classroom management · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Classroom Management
• Student Support
• Collaboration
• Personal Care Assistance
• First Aid
• CPR
• Teamwork

Job areas

• Education
• Social Services
• Government & Public Sector