Casual Educational Assistant

Holy Family Catholic Regional Division (HFCRD); High Prairie; On-site; CAD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Holy Family Catholic Regional Division (HFCRD) invites applications for Casual Educational Assistants at St. Andrew's School in High Prairie, Alberta, for the 2026-2027 school year starting as soon as possible.

Education Assistants support teachers to meet student needs, may work one-to-one or with groups, and fill in as needed. A background in Indigenous culture and strong communication are valued, with a focus on students' academic, social, and emotional wellbeing.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 Diploma required.
• Teacher Assistant Diploma or related education equivalent preferred.
• Ability to communicate effectively and follow plans while supporting individualized learning.

Responsibilities

• Work with students with learning, physical, and/or behavioral challenges one-to-one, in small groups, and in classroom settings.
• Support students with health needs and personal care as required.
• Assist with English Language Learners and other educational duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication skills

Professionalism

Confidentiality

Technology proficiency

Education

Grade 12 Diploma

Teacher Assistant Diploma or related education

Tools

Educational software

Job description

Holy Family Catholic Regional Division Job Opportunities

Casual Educational Assistants

St. Andrew's School, High Prairie, Alberta

St Andrew's School, located in High Prairie, Alberta is recruiting Casual Educational Assistants for the 2026-2027 school year starting as soon as possible.

Job Description:

Education Assistants are employed by the Division to support teachers in meeting the needs of students in their classrooms. An Education Assistant may be assigned to work with individual students or groups of students under the direct supervision of a teacher. A casual Educational Assistant will fill in for the regular Educational Assistant on an as needed basis.

The ideal candidate will also have a good working knowledge and understanding of Indigenous culture, to help promote cultural awareness and appreciation within the school. The role also focuses on building positive relationships with Indigenous students to support their academic, social, and emotional wellbeing.

Duties will include:

• Work with students with learning, physical, and/or behavioral challenges, one-to-one, small group, and classroom duties.
• Duties may include working with students who require attending to health needs and personal care.
• The assignment includes working with students in the classroom, supporting student academics and individualized learning needs, tutorial help, support for English Language Learners, and other Educational Assistant duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Grade 12 Diploma
• Teacher Assistant Diploma or related education equivalent preferred.
• Able to perform duties with professionalism and confidentiality.
• The successful candidate requires good communication, the ability to follow plans, ability to support students who require individualized programs, enrichment, modifications, and/or accommodations to their learning.
• The ideal candidate will have proficiency in the use of technology.
• A Criminal Record Check and Intervention check are required.

The position will remain open until a suitable candidate is found.

Only those candidates shortlisted for an interview will be contacted. Thank you for your interest.

Serving Fairview, Grimshaw, High Prairie, Manning, Peace River, Valleyview

10307 - 99 Street, Peace River, AB T8S 1K1 Phone:[phone]