Temporary Learning Assistant - Elizabeth Barrett School

Cochrane, AB
On-site
Posted Oct 7, 2026
1 position

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Employment type: Temporary
Experience level: Entry, Junior · 0+ years
Minimum education: Professional degree
Posting language: English
Working hours: 30 hours per week
Seniority: Entry level

Job summary

Support students with complex learning, behavioral, personal care, and medical needs by implementing teacher-directed plans and promoting their health, learning, safety, belonging, and independence. Collaborate with teachers and specialists, prepare individualized materials, record observations, and assist with daily living activities and physical development programs.

Job details

Company Overview As a rapidly growing school division in Alberta, Rocky View Schools (RVS) supports the educational needs of more than 29,600 students from Kindergarten to Grade 12 in 53 schools to ensure they learn, belong and succeed. RVS is situated on the traditional territories of the Treaty 7 region of Southern Alberta including the Siksikaitsitapi (Siksika, Kainai, Piikani, Amskapi Pikuni), the Tsuutina, the Îyâxe Nakoda Nations (Bearspaw, Chiniki, Goodstoney), and the Rocky View Métis District. Our team is committed to creating positive, safe and inclusive environments for students to learn and for staff to work together. RVS encourages applications from individuals who can help shape and embody our core values of Leadership, People, Community and Innovation, and support our vision that RVS is a world-class learning organization where all students achieve their absolute best. The Opportunity RVS invites applications for a temporary full-time (30 hrs/wk) Learning Assistant position at Elizabeth Barrett School starting immediately until December 18, 2026. Elizabeth Barrett Elementary School is located in the City of Cochrane and serves students from grades K-4 and French Immersion students from grades K-4. For more information regarding this school, please visit their website at . The Learning Assistant plays a vital role in supporting the diverse needs of learners within the classroom, school, and community settings throughout Rocky View Schools (RVS). Reporting to the Principal, the Learning Assistant collaborates with teachers to adapt and implement programs for students with complex needs, with a focus on promoting their health, learning, and independence. Responsibilities Include Provides assistance to students as identified in their individualized plans including those students who require additional types of supports such as personal, medical care, lifts, transfers and safety needs Implements and reinforces strategies as directed by the teacher(s) and identified in various student plans. Records observations and collects other data on behavioral challenges to be used to help guide and support positive behavior strategies for students Participates in collaborative planning meetings for student planning as requested Provides assistance with preparation of individualized program materials under the direction of the teacher Actively promotes student learning, belonging and independence Assists students with their emotional and behavioural regulation, including students who may display violent or aggressive behaviours in accordance with student plans Respects confidentiality and maintains privacy of information related to students and personnel Supports students with routine personal care activities and routines of daily living, including but not limited to toileting, lifts, transfers, movement, personal hygiene, eating, drinking, and feeding Assists in exercising, adaptive physical education, range of motion programs and fine and gross motor skills development as directed by a specialist and monitored by a teacher Supports students’ medical needs as directed, including assisting the student with transfers, tube feeding and managing tracheotomy needs, oxygen, catheterization, administration of prescription medication, and other routine medical requirements Education/Experience Educational Assistant Certificate or a certificate/diploma in a related field Training in preventative/de-escalating behaviour, or willingness to become certified Minimum one (1) year experience working with students with challenging behavior and applying positive behavior supports is considered and asset CPR/First Aid Certification or willingness to become certified is considered an asset An equivalent combination of Education and Experience may be considered Knowledge And Skills Demonstrated ability to carry out the plans and directions of teaching staff to assist students Ability to build and maintain rapport with students and staff Ability to adapt to dynamic situations, while successfully managing a high level of stress Ability to remain calm and responsive to students in highly elevated emotional states of disregulation Ability to work effectively in collaborative team settings Demonstrated ability to deal with a variety of complex and sensitive issues professionally and in a timely manner Excellent multi-tasking, prioritization, and problem-solving skills Working knowledge of child development Strong written and verbal communication skills Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and web-based applications Rocky View Schools Benefits 6% vacation pay As this is a temporary position there is no employer paid sick time, pension, or benefits. Rocky View School employees who are ineligible for employer paid benefits may access the supplemental benefits package at their own cost Professional development and training opportunities Pre-employment Requirements The successful candidate must submit a current Criminal Record with Vulnerable Sector Check within 30 days of the start of your employment Ability to perform required physical tasks on a day-to-day basis Proof of qualifications/education as required by the position as required by the position including WES/IQAS evaluation documents for completed education outside of Canada Applicants must provide a professional letter of reference, attached to the job application, from their most recent supervisor, relevant to the job opportunity, written on company letterhead, signed and dated within the past 18 months. How To Apply We request all applications be placed through . Applications must include your cover letter, resume, proof of qualifications and a professional letter of reference. Please submit your application quoting job code #4071865. This posting is ongoing until a suitable candidate is found. Rocky View Schools Human Resources We appreciate and consider all applications; however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Applicants may be contacted via email or by phone for an interview. Please ensure your online profile information is up to date so there is no delay in contacting you.

What you’ll do

Requirements

An Educational Assistant Certificate or a certificate or diploma in a related field is required, along with the ability to carry out teaching staff’s plans and work effectively with students and collaborative teams. Training in behavior prevention or de-escalation is required or must be obtained; at least one year of experience supporting students with challenging behavior is an asset, as are CPR/First Aid certification and strong communication, adaptability, and problem-solving skills.