Educational Assistant - Complex Behavior and Inclusion

Job summary

Implement individualized behavior support and intervention strategies to help students with complex needs regulate and engage in learning. Collaborate with teachers and Behavior Strategists to facilitate student participation and independence within the school community.

Job details

EDUCATIONAL ASSISTANT COMPLEX BEHAVIOR AND INCLUSION Competition #PLSD-2277 This position is currently posted internally to CUPE employees for 5 working days until 4:30 p.m. September 18th, as per the CUPE Local 5829 Collective Agreement. Prairie Land Public School Division is seeking a skilled and compassionate Specialized Educational Assistant to support students with complex behavioral, social-emotional, communication, and learning needs within a regular school environment. Working collaboratively with the classroom teacher and Behavior Strategist, this position goes beyond traditional Educational Assistant support. The successful candidate will provide individualized support that helps students regulate, engage in learning, develop greater independence, and successfully participate in the school community. Key Responsibilities Implement individualized behavior support and intervention strategies under the direction of the classroom teacher and Behavior Strategist. Provide proactive support to promote student regulation, engagement, and successful participation in learning. Respond calmly and safely to complex or challenging behaviors using positive, evidence-informed approaches. Support students in developing self-regulation, communication, social, coping, and problem-solving skills. Collect observations and behavioral data to monitor student progress and inform programming. Facilitate student participation and success within the regular classroom and broader school community. Encourage independence and work toward reducing reliance on adult support. Support successful transitions between activities, classrooms, and school settings. Collaborate closely with teachers, Behavior Strategists, school staff, families, and other professionals to ensure consistency and continuity of support. Qualifications & Experience Educational Assistant certificate or equivalent education and experience. Experience supporting students with complex behaviors and diverse learning needs. Knowledge of positive behavior support, de-escalation, trauma-informed practices, and inclusive education is an asset. Strong observation, communication, problem-solving, and teamwork skills. Ability to remain calm, consistent, flexible, and solution-focused in challenging situations. Commitment to student dignity, inclusion, independence, and meaningful participation. Why Join Us? This is an opportunity for an Educational Assistant who wants to take on a specialized role in supporting students with complex needs and make a meaningful difference in their school experience. The successful candidate will play an important role in helping students develop the skills, confidence, and independence needed to participate successfully in their classroom and school community. Prairie Land Public School Division is committed to creating inclusive learning environments where every student has the opportunity to succeed. This is a full-time position working division-wide out of Central Office in Hanna, Alberta to commence as soon as possible. The position requires 30 hours per week. The successful applicant must be able to communicate effectively and professionally with students, teachers, and other staff members. You will be expected to present yourself as an organized and professional representative of the school division in all interactions, including in person, by telephone, and in written correspondence. Previous experience working in a fast-paced, collaborative team environment would be considered an asset. Please submit cover letter and resume. Competition will remain open until a suitable candidate is found. Thank you to all applicants, but only those who will be interviewed will be contacted. The successful candidate will be required to provide a Criminal Record Check and Child Intervention Check satisfactory to PLRD prior to commencement. Please quote competition number on application.

What you’ll do

Implement individualized behavior support and intervention strategies to help students with complex needs regulate and engage in learning. Collaborate with teachers and Behavior Strategists to facilitate student participation and independence within the school community.

Requirements

Requires an Educational Assistant certificate or equivalent experience, specifically supporting students with complex behaviors. Candidates should possess knowledge of positive behavior support and the ability to remain calm in challenging situations.

Listed skills

• Teamwork · Preferred
• Problem solving · Preferred
• Communication · Preferred
• crisis management · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Behavioral Support
• De-escalation
• Trauma-Informed Practice
• Inclusive Education
• Student Regulation
• Data Collection
• Communication
• Problem-Solving
• Teamwork
• Crisis Management
• Social-Emotional Support
• Individualized Intervention

Job areas

• Education
• Social Services
• Government & Public Sector