Casual Educational Assistant - Palliser North

The Palliser School Division; Lethbridge; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

The Palliser School Division is looking for Casual Educational Assistants to support various schools in the Palliser North & North Central areas. The role includes assisting students and teachers, especially for those with behavioral disabilities. Candidates should possess patience and empathy. A criminal record check and references are required for application.

Qualifications

• Experience with behavioral disabilities such as ADHD, FASD, and ODD is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Support students and assist teachers and school counselors.
• Help with personal care and behavior management under supervision.

Skills

Patience

Flexibility

Empathy

Rapport Building

Job description

The Palliser School Division is seeking Casual Educational Assistants for various schools in the Palliser North & North Central areas. Educational Assistants support students, assist teachers and school counselors, and help with personal care and behavior management under supervision. Candidates should be patient, flexible, empathetic, and capable of building rapport with students. Experience with behavioral disabilities such as ADHD, FASD, and ODD is an asset.

Applicants can choose to apply to schools in the following categories:

• Calgary School List (No Faith-based Requirements): Akram Jomaa Campus, Horizon Leadership Academy, National Sport School, Omar Bin Al-Khattab Campus, Palliser Beyond Borders Calgary
• Palliser North Central: Arrowwood School, Milo School
• Calgary Christian Faith-based Schools (must provide pastoral reference letter and statement of faith): Brant Christian School, Calgary Christian Elementary School, Calgary Christian Secondary School, Heritage Christian School, Master's Academy, Master's College, Menno Simons Christian School, Trinity Christian School

Applicants must provide the following to ensure a safe working environment:

• Criminal Record Check, including vulnerable sector check
• Social Insurance Number (SIN) card or document issued by Service Canada
• Government-issued ID (driver's license, passport, or Nexus card)

The following attachments are required with the online application:

• Cover letter addressed to Mrs. Arinola Bakenne, HR Advisor
• Post-secondary transcripts (if applicable)
• Most recent evaluation (or explanation if unavailable)
• Statement of personal faith and pastoral reference (for Christian faith-based schools)
• At least three professional references with contact information

By submitting an application, applicants agree that references may be contacted for verification purposes.

For inquiries, contact Ms. Audrey Kluin, Associate Superintendent, HR, Palliser School Division.