Casual Support Staff (Educational Assistants) / 2026-2027 / All Zones

Grande Yellowhead Public School Division No.77; Edson; On-site; CAD 26,000 - 37,000; Part time

Job summary

Grande Yellowhead Public School Division No.77 invites applications for Casual Support Staff for the 2026-2027 school year in Lobstick, Edson, Hinton, Jasper and Grande Cache, Alberta. Casuals replace EAs, clerical staff and bus monitors, and support students under supervision of teachers and principals.

Successful candidates provide inclusive student support, follow directions, and engage collaboratively with school teams.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalency required.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with children, parents and staff.
• Work collaboratively with teachers and educational assistants.
• Understand and carry out oral and written directions.
• Work independently with minimal instruction.
• Respect confidentiality and demonstrate professionalism.

Responsibilities

• Provide support to students in an inclusive setting.
• Follow the direction of the Principal and classroom Teacher.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Patience

Communication skills

Follow directions

Professionalism

Confidentiality

Organizational skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

CASUAL SUPPORT STAFF for the 2026-2027 School Year

Recruiting for all zones: Lobstick, Edson, Hinton, Jasper and Grande Cache, Alberta

Casual employeesassist in areas of personal care and behaviour management under the supervision of teachers, principals and other child care professionals and are an integral part of the collaborative team.

Casual employees are replacements for:

• Educational Assistants;
• Clerical staff; and
• Bus Monitors.

Successful candidate responsibilities:

• Provide support to students in an inclusive setting
• Follow the direction of the Principal and classroom Teacher

Successful candidate qualifications:

• High School Diploma, or equivalency
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with children, parents and staff.
• Work collaboratively and co-operatively with teachers and other educational assistants in the classroom/school.
• Understands and carriesout oral and written direction.
• Work independently with minimal instruction.
• Demonstrate effective organizational and communication skills.
• Respect confidentiality.
• Practice professionalism with all students, staff, administration, parents and public.
• Are aware of GYPSD policies and administrative procedures.
• Have experience working with young children.
• Have an understanding of the teaching/learning process.
• Have strong interpersonal skills and patience.
• Enjoys working in a team environment.

THE DIVISION

Grande Yellowhead Public School Division (GYPSD) stretches from Jasper National Park, east to Evansburg, south of Cadomin, and northwest to Grande Cache. The jurisdiction includes 15 schools, 5 Learning Connection Centres, approximately 5000 students and 600 staff. The Division is governed by seven elected Trustees.

GYPSD schools offer a broad range of JK-12 programs. Principals focus on strong instructional leadership using generative dialogue to support teacher growth and supervision.

The Division is noted for its commitment to strong literacy practices infused across the curriculum, inclusive education and for its innovative technology programs.

As a casual employee, you can choose which schools you would like to work:

Lobstick Zone

• Grand Trunk School
• Niton Central School

Edson Zone, Edson Alberta

• Ecole Westhaven School
• Mary Bergeron Elementary School
• Ecole Pine Grove Middle School
• Parkland Composite High School
• Fulham School , Fulham, Alberta

Hinton Zone, Hinton Alberta

• Ecole Mountain View School
• Crescent Valley School
• Harry Collinge High School

Jasper Zone, Jasper National Park, Alberta

• Ecole Jasper Elementary School
• Jasper Junior Senior High School

Grande Cache Zone, Grande Cache Alberta

• Sheldon Coates Elementary School
• Summitview School
• Grande Cache Community High School

Board Priorities:

• Student Learning
• Teaching, Support Staff and Leader Excellence
• Community Engagement
• System Health and Wellness

Links:

• The Division
• CUPE Collective Agreement

Compliance Requirements:

• A valid RCMP Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector
• A valid Alberta Government Child Intervention Record Check
• Three (3) Written Reference Letters

Employment offer is subject to a clear Vulnerable Sector Screen and a Child Intervention Record check.

We thank all applicants for their interest however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

For assistance or inquiries regarding the Casual Employee position please contact:[e-mail]

ONLY ONLINE APPLICATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED AT THIS TIME