EA1 (#299-WR); Half-time

Pembina Trails; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Pembina Trails School Division invites applications for an Educational Assistant 1 at Whyte Ridge School in Winnipeg. Start date is as soon as possible, with duties spanning classroom support, individualized instruction, and supervision during meals and swim programs.

The EA1 role involves assisting students with diverse needs under supervision, documenting progress, and adapting to students' educational programming while collaborating with teachers and specialists.

Qualifications

• Educational Assistants support inclusive practices and work with students with diverse needs.

Responsibilities

• Working within classroom structures and school rules
• Assisting students with behavioral and learning challenges
• Providing academic assistance in various settings
• Delivering adapted programming under supervision
• Documenting student program performance
• Supporting students with emotional, behavioral, and physical needs
• Supervising recess, lunch, and swim program
• Administering medication per URIS plan
• Assisting with community-based supports
• Facilitating transport between education sites
• Using augmentative and alternative communication
• Adapting to students' educational needs

Job description

Applications will be accepted
Thursday, October 15, 2026 12:00 AM -
Monday, October 19, 2026 11:59 PM
(Central Standard Time)

Job Description

Employment Classification: Educational Assistant 1 (EA1)

Start Date: As soon as possible

Position Description

Position Summary:

Under the general supervision of school administrators and with the input of other professionals, Educational Assistants promote and support inclusive practices within Pembina Trails School Division. Educational Assistants work collaboratively in assisting students with diverse needs and abilities, fostering engagement in the learning environment.

Specific Duties:

• Working within established school structures, including classroom management structures, behavioural rules and student expectations
• Working with students with behavioural and learning challenges
• Providing academic assistance to students in classroom, small group and individual settings
• Delivering specialized or adapted programming to students under the direction of the classroom teacher and resource teacher
• Providing documentation of student-specific program performance
• Providing supports for students with challenging educational needs
• Supervising recess and lunch duty
• Supervising and assisting with the swim program
• Administering student medication as determined by the student's U.R.I.S. plan
• Supporting students in community based programs
• Supporting students' emotional, behavioural and physical needs
• Being flexible in terms of adapting to students' educational programming
• Using augmentative and alternative communication
• Facilitating the transport of students between education sites
• Assisting students with their eating, which may include but is not limited to:
• supervision of students during lunch
• oral feeding, including general assistance with oral motor safety plans

Other duties as assigned.

Primary Location Whyte Ridge School

Salary Range EAPT Collective Agreement (available for viewing online)

Pembina Trails School Division is committed to removing barriers to ensure employment opportunities are accessible for all applicants. If you require accommodation supports during the recruitment process, please contact : [e-mail]

Pembina Trails School Division is committed to the principles of equity, diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from members of equity-deserving groups with diverse abilities, backgrounds, cultures, and identities.

PEMBINA TRAILS SCHOOL DIVISION
181 Henlow Bay
Winnipeg MB R3Y 1M7
P: 204.488.1757
[e-mail]