Child and Youth Care Worker

Sturgeon Public Schools; Bon Accord; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Sturgeon Public Schools is seeking a Full-Time Temporary Child & Youth Care Worker for a position at Bon Accord. You will work with teachers and educational assistants to support students with diverse needs in a nurturing environment.

You will help students develop social-emotional skills, provide crisis support, and collaborate with families and school teams to promote student success and well-being.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Child and Youth Care or Social Work
• CYC diploma may be considered
• 2+ years of related experience
• Knowledge of addiction, mental health, and child development
• Understanding of social-emotional needs of children and youth

Responsibilities

• Observe, assess, and document student behaviours and safety needs
• Support students during classroom activities and learning routines
• Teach appropriate life skills and social-emotional strategies
• Build trust and rapport through meaningful interactions and activities
• Intervene in crisis situations and maintain a therapeutic approach to behaviour management
• Provide academic encouragement and support
• Collaborate with classroom teams in decision-making and problem-solving
• Help plan or participate in school events and professional learning opportunities

Skills

Knowledge of addiction, mental health,

Child development awareness

Social-emotional needs Understanding

2+ years experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in Child and Youth Care or Social Work

Child and Youth Care diploma may be considered

Job description

We're hiring: Child & Youth Care Worker Support. Guide. Connect.

Sturgeon Public Schools is currently seeking aFull-Time Temporary Child & Youth Care Worker for a work assignment at Bon Accord . In this role, you'll work directly with teachers and educational assistants to support students with diverse needs in a nurturing and engaging environment.

Every student deserves the opportunity to feel safe, supported, and connected at school. As a Child & Youth Care Worker, you play an important role in helping students develop the social, emotional, and behavioural skills they need to succeed both in and beyond the classroom. Through relationship-building, therapeutic support, and collaboration with school teams and families, you help create environments where students can overcome challenges, build resilience, and reach their full potential.

Bon Accord Community School offers K-4 programming and is located approximately 20 minutes north of the City of Edmonton in the Town of Bon Accord. The school has a student population of approximately 220 students and a dedicated teaching and support staff working together as a team to provide exemplary education to all students. The school nurtures a safe and caring environment through offering various programs to encourage strong leadership. This assignment is subject to change based on operational requirements.

What You'll Be Doing

Under the direction of the classroom teacher, the CYC will:

• Observe, assess, and document student behaviours and safety needs
• Support students during classroom activities and learning routines
• Teach appropriate life skills and social-emotional strategies
• Build trust and rapport through meaningful interactions and activities
• Intervene in crisis situations and maintain a therapeutic approach to behaviour management
• Provide academic encouragement and support
• Collaborate with classroom teams in decision-making and problem-solving
• Help plan or participate in school events and professional learning opportunities

What Success Looks Like

• Builds trusting, positive relationships with students while maintaining appropriate professional boundaries.
• Creates safe, supportive, and inclusive environments where students feel valued, respected, and connected.
• Responds to challenging situations with patience, empathy, and a therapeutic, student-centred approach.
• Supports students in developing social-emotional skills, self-regulation strategies, and positive behaviours.
• Collaborates effectively with teachers, families, school teams, and community partners to support student success.
• Demonstrates sound judgement and professionalism when assessing student needs and responding to safety concerns.
• Maintains accurate documentation and communicates observations in a clear, objective, and timely manner.
• Adapts to changing student needs and approaches challenges with flexibility, creativity, and a solution-focused mindset.
• Contributes positively to a collaborative team culture and actively participates in professional learning and continuous growth.

What You Bring

• Bachelor's degree in Child and Youth Care or Social Work
• A Child and Youth Care diploma may be considered
• 2+ years' experience in a related role
• Knowledge of addiction, mental health, and child development
• Familiarity with the emotional, educational, and recreational needs of children and youth

Training in the following:

• Suicide prevention
• Indigenous cultural awareness
• Therapeutic Crisis Intervention
• Children and Residential Experience Training
• First Aid and a passion for outdoor education are considered assets
• Clear Criminal Record with Vulnerable Sector Check

Why Join Sturgeon Public Schools?

We pride ourselves on doing things a little differently. Here's what sets us apart:

• Welcoming, community-focused schools rooted in strong relationships
• Whole-child approach supporting academic, social, and emotional growth
• Collaborative environments where staff feel supported and valued
• Innovative use of technology to enhance learning
• Safe, caring, and inclusive spaces where students thrive

Commitment to Inclusion, Belonging & Safety

Sturgeon Public Schools is committed to creating welcoming, inclusive, and safe learning and working environments. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences and are committed to providing accessible recruitment practices.

Important to Note

• 1.0 FTE (35 hours/week)
• A valid driver's license and reliable vehicle are required
• Applications will be accepted through Apply to Education
• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.