Education Assistant

Northern Lights School Division; La Loche; On-site; CAD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Northern Lights School Division is seeking an Education Assistant for Dene High School in La Loche. The position is full-time and continuing, with competitive hourly pay depending on certification.

The role involves supporting students, collaborating with the classroom teacher, and working with individuals and groups in and out of the classroom. Qualifications include Grade 12 (preferred), experience with special needs students, and a caring, confidential approach when interacting with children

Qualifications

• Grade 12 is preferred but not mandatory.
• Experience or specialized training working with Special Needs Students is preferred.
• Must be caring, compassionate, and enjoy working with children.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Assist classroom teacher by providing support and programming for students.
• Work in and out of the classroom with individuals and groups.

Skills

Grade 12

Working with special needs

Caring and compassionate

Confidentiality

Education

Grade 12

Job description

Openings as of 8/24/2026

Education Assistant JobID: 964

• Position Type: School Based Support/ Educational Assistant
• Date Posted: 8/19/2026
• Location: La Loche - Dene High School

FTE: Full Time

Term of Employment: Continuing

Salary and Benefits: $20.32 - $23.78 (Uncertified) or $22.56 - $26.39 (Certified) per hour - According to education and experience.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 preferred but not mandatory
• Experience or specialized training working with Special Needs Students is preferred
• Must be caring, loving, compassionate, and enjoy working with children
• Ability to maintain confidentiality

The suitable candidates will be able to perform the following duties:

• Assist classroom teacher by providing support and programming for students
• Work in and out of the classroom with individuals and groups

For more information on the school and community, please contact the Superintendent of Education, superintendent's name at division or sub-office phone xxx-xxx-xxxx, or the Principal, principal's name at school phone xxx-xxx-xxxx, or visit our website atnlsd113.ca.

NLSD is committed to employment equity and building a representative workforce. Applications are encouraged from members of equity-seeking groups, including Indigenous Peoples (First Nations, Métis, and Inuit), persons with disabilities, visible minorities, and women in underrepresented occupations. Qualified Indigenous candidates may be given preference in accordance with the Division's Employment Equity procedures and objectives.