Complexity Education Assistant (Roving Support) - Temporary

Elk Island Public Schools; Sherwood Park; On-site; CAD 38,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Elk Island Public Schools (EIPS) is seeking a temporary, full-time Complexity Education Assistant to support a Complexity Teacher across junior and senior high schools throughout the division. The role requires a valid driver’s license and reliable vehicle.

The position runs Oct 23, 2026 to Dec 14, 2026, 32.5 hours per week (6.5 hours/day, Monday to Friday). The EA assists with instruction, supervision, and specialized supports for students with diverse needs, under the direction of teachers.

Qualifications

• Educational Assistant Certificate or comparable education would be an asset.
• Minimum required education - High School Diploma.
• 2 years related experience working with children or youth.
• First Aid certificate would be an asset.

Responsibilities

• Assist teachers in creating a welcoming, safe, and caring classroom environment.
• Provide student supervision and assist with personal, physical, and medical care.
• Support programming and developmental/behavioral strategies under teacher direction.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Verbal communication

Written communication

Team collaboration

Education

Educational Assistant Certificate

High School Diploma

Job description

Elk Island Public Schools (EIPS) is one of the largest school divisions in Alberta, serving the education needs of approximately 17,750 students in over 40 schools. Every day, the staff and students of EIPS are encouraged to pursue opportunities to grow and discover their passions in life. We pride ourselves on providing staff and students with the tools to achieve success by offering dynamic programming, current resources, and practical professional learning opportunities.

EIPS is recruiting a temporary, full-time Complexity Education Assistant in a roving position that supports a Complexity Teacher who works with complexity students at junior and senior high schools throughout the division .

PLEASE NOTE:

• This temporary assignment is not assigned a designated classroom but supports a complexity teacher who works out of F.R. Haythorne Junior High and travels to all junior and senior high schools within the division, therefore a drivers license and reliable vehicle is a requirement of the position.
• Commencing October 23, 2026 until December 14, 2026
• 32.5 hours per week (Monday to Friday, 6.5 hours per day)

Key Duties/Responsibilities

The Education Assistant (EA) assists teachers in creating a welcoming, safe, and caring classroom that supports effective learning and student success. Reporting to the Principal, the EA is assigned to assist teachers with many instructional and non-instructional tasks in the classroom and during school activities. This includes providing student supervision and assisting students with personal, physical, and medical care. Under the direction of the teacher, and through interdisciplinary team planning, the position supports programming for students and assists with the implementation of developmental and behavioural strategies. The Certified EA has received specialized training to assist children and youth who have a wide range of abilities and exceptionalities including significant emotional and behavioural challenges, learning difficulties and complex physical health concerns.

Qualifications

Education and Experience

• Educational Assistant Certificate or comparable education would be an asset
• Minimum required education - High School Diploma
• 2 years related experience working with children or youth
• Non-Violent Crisis Intervention training would be an asset
• Courses related to working with students with special needs would also be an asset (Ex. Positive Behaviour Supports, Trauma Informed Practice, etc.)
• First Aid certificate would be an asset

Demonstrated Skills and Competencies

• Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Ability to successfully take direction and work in a multidisciplinary team environment as well as independently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to remain calm in a high stress, fast-paced environment.
• Experience using de-escalation, emotional regulation, and co-regulation techniques.
• Strong collaboration, organizational, and time management skills.
• Flexibility, patience, sensitivity, tolerance, enthusiasm, creativity, and imagination.
• Knowledge of classroom routines, assistive technology and other care equipment.
• Experience providing complex personal and physical care.
• Knowledge of workplace safety and awareness of applicable
• Occupational Health and Safety regulations.
• Good knowledge of computers and applicable technology.

For more information, please contact Corey Kropp at [e-mail].

Elk Island Public Schools appreciates and considers all applications; however, we only contact candidates who are selected for interviews.