Education Assistant Certified (Temporary) 0.786 FTE

Parkland School Division; City of Spruce Grove; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A progressive school division in Spruce Grove seeks an EA Certified employee for part-time classroom support focusing on students with special needs. Responsibilities include providing academic support, monitoring behaviors, and assisting in personal care. Candidates should have a high school diploma and preferably possess a teacher assistant certificate. The role offers competitive pay and a commitment to student success and well-being.

Benefits

Professional learning opportunities

Flexible health benefits package

Qualifications

• Strong training and experience working with children with challenging behaviors.
• Coursework related to working with students with special needs is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist teachers with instructional and non-instructional tasks.
• Provide academic support and engage individual students.
• Observe and monitor student progress and behavior.

Skills

Good oral and written communication

Interpersonal skills

Ability to build relationships

Strong technology skills

Flexibility

Creativity

Education

High School Diploma

Teacher Assistant Certificate / Educational Assistant Certificate

First Aid Certificate

Job description

Overview

Are you interested in working with a dynamic and progressive school division to pursue excellence in education for students? This position offers professional learning opportunities, a flexible health benefits package, and a workplace that embraces diversity.

Organization

Parkland School Division (PSD) is a large progressive school jurisdiction serving Spruce Grove, Stony Plain, Fort Chipewyan and Parkland County. PSD supports the educational needs of over 12,000 students across 23 sites including outreach schools and alternative education programs. Our values guide us toward learning opportunities that are purposeful, essential, relevant, authentic, and responsive, with a focus on Student Success & Well-being.

Position Details

The Parkland School Division currently has a Temporary Part-time (for new employees) or Permanent Part-time (for existing permanent employees) EA Certified position (0.786 FTE) available at Copperhaven School in Spruce Grove, Alberta. The assignment is grade 3 classroom support, with primary focus on two students with a diagnosis of ASD. Responsibilities include regulation support, academic support, and expressive language support.

Student A requires close supervision, de-escalation, sensory breaks, and proximity during transitions. Staff must model sensory activities and facilitate breaks in the Sensory Room as outlined in the student plan. Daily sensory activity breaks (e.g., jumping, hopping, skipping, walking) are required.

Student B requires close supervision, handholding during academic tasks, engagement in active play and PE, and close outdoor supervision in all weather. Staff may need to assist with safety in the playground, transitions, and during field trips.

Existing permanent employees: If selected, you will maintain your permanent status and return to a similar position if the temporary assignment ends. New employees: Temporary status applies with limited leave entitlements; collective agreement provisions apply as described in Article 2.06 (Probationary Period, Seniority, Layoff and Recall, Sick Leave, Leave of Absence, Health Plan Benefits, Local Authorities Pension Plan).

Function and Purpose of the Position

EA Certified employees assist teachers with instructional and non-instructional tasks, work as part of the student support team, and must meet PSD mandatory educational requirements (Educational Assistant Certificate or equivalent).

EA Certified employees may:

• Work under the supervision of one or several teachers
• Work independently with students or in small groups
• Support individual students or groups within a class or special program
• Be part of a multidisciplinary team

Important note: EA duties include routine recording, basic charting, and logging observations. Personal care to students is provided by EAs as required.

Responsibilities by Area

Instructional Support

• Provide assistance in curriculum areas (one-on-one or small groups) as directed
• Organize notebooks, timetables, agendas, and lockers
• Assist with class notes, exams, and adaptive devices; modify programs as directed
• Support IPP goals and use assistive technology
• Support students with computer access and educational software

Behaviour

• Observe, chart, and monitor student progress and behavior
• Apply de-escalation strategies and non-violent crisis intervention techniques
• Provide behavioral management support for students with behavioral disorders

Personal Care and Medical Support

• Assist with walking, personal care, feeding (including medically fragile students), and use of assistive devices
• Administer medications as required and assist with adaptive physical education
• Monitor health and intervene as needed with therapy and medical supports
• Operate specialized equipment to support instruction

Therapy and Communication

• Assist with speech, occupational, and physical therapy tasks as directed
• Update progress for IPP purposes and liaise with therapy teams regarding assistive technology
• Maintain health and behavior observations for teacher reporting

Other Duties

• Prepare materials, support classroom setup, and ensure equipment safety
• Supervise students during activities, field trips, and transports as required
• Travel with students to community outings or job placements, assist in social skill development

Education and Experience

a) Education: i) High School Diploma ii) Teacher Assistant Certificate / Educational Assistant Certificate iii) First Aid and Nonviolent Crisis Intervention certificates are assets; coursework related to working with students with special needs is preferred.

b) Experience: Training and experience working with children with challenging behaviors; strong technology skills; ability to build relationships and work as part of a team. Equivalencies will be considered.

Knowledge, Skills and Attitudes

Good oral and written communication, interpersonal skills, sense of humor, good health and physical fitness, ability to take direction, flexibility, patience, sensitivity, tolerance, enthusiasm, creativity; ability to manage emotional and mental stress in a school setting.

Other Qualifications

• First Aid Certificate
• Training in behavior management, crisis prevention, and related areas is an asset
• Knowledge of office equipment and computers; some assignments may require use of own vehicle

Other duties as assigned. Some assignments may require Braille or ASL/ Signed Exact English accommodations.

Working Conditions and Compensation

Hours: 27.5 hours/week (Monday to Friday, 9:45 AM to 3:45 PM). Pay: EA Certified $24.10–$27.14/hr (Pay Group 3); EA Non-Certified $22.92–$25.73/hr. This position is part-time and includes a ten-month contract with summer breaks.

How to Apply

Only online applications submitted through Apply to Education will be accepted. Applying is a two-step process: register and create a portfolio, then apply to the job posting by following steps:

• Click the position title and then APPLY at the bottom of the page
• Your applied jobs appear under Jobs Applied To; you will receive a confirmation email

For technical support, contact Apply to Education: Phone: 1-; Email:

Hours: 5:30am–5:00pm Monday through Friday

Additional Information

EA Certified employees must respect confidentiality and personal integrity of students, parents, and staff. This position requires an original copy of a current clean criminal record check with vulnerable sector and an original copy of a child intervention record check. This position is covered by the Canadian Union of Public Employees Local 5543.

Hours of Work: 27.5 hours/week (Monday to Friday 9:45 AM to 3:45 PM)

Pay Rate: $24.10–$27.14/hr (EA Certified); $22.92–$25.73/hr (EA Non-Certified)

Only online applications through Apply to Education will be accepted.

Notes

Additional practical details regarding contact information, support during application, and outreach are provided within the application portal.

This job description is intended to provide a representative overview and is not exhaustive. The role may include other duties as assigned.