Education Assistant - Division Schools

Holy Spirit Catholic School Division; Lethbridge; On-site; CAD 36,000 - 42,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

Holy Spirit Catholic School Division is seeking a temporary Education Assistant to support Division schools in Lethbridge, Alberta. The role is 28.0 hours per week and runs from September 18, 2026 to October 30, 2026, under CUPE 1825.

The successful candidate will work with the EAL Coordinator and Inclusive Education Liaison to support English language learners, collaborating with teachers and the principal to implement programming. Multilingual abilities and cultural awareness are assets.

Qualifications

• Education Assistant Certificate or Diploma or Rehabilitation Practitioner Certificate or Diploma.
• Brain Story Certification is a plus.
• Experience with diverse learners is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Support programming for students learning English as an additional language.
• Collaborate with the EAL Coordinator, Inclusive Education Liaison, teacher, and principal.
• Maintain confidentiality and contribute to a collaborative team-based approach.
• Assist with planning and implementing individualized education plans for students with barriers.

Skills

First Aid

ASL

SIVA Certificate

Augmentative communication

Student goal support

Education

Education Assistant Certificate

Diploma in Rehabilitation Practitioner

Brain Story Certification

Job description

Division Schools

We are looking to hire a temporary 28.0 hour per week Education Assistant to support our Division schools. This assignment is to commence September 18, 2026 and terminate October 30, 2026. This position is covered by the CUPE 1825 Support Staff collective agreement.

Under the direction of the Division English as an Additional Language Coordinator, and in collaboration with the Inclusive Education Liaison, the classroom teacher, and the principal, the successful candidate will support programming for children who are learning English as an additional language. An understanding of cultural perspectives and the newcomer to Canada experience would be an asset. The ability to speak multiple languages would also be an asset.

Education Assistant - Division Schools

This position is open to all internal and external candidates. Prior to employment, successful applicants must provide supporting documents as outlined on our New Employees page.

We are looking to hire a temporary 28.0 hour per week Education Assistant to support our Division schools. This assignment is to commence September 18, 2026 and terminate October 30, 2026. This position is covered by the CUPE 1825 Support Staff collective agreement. Please quote Posting #4058361.

Education

• Education Assistant Certificate and/or Diploma or Rehabilitation Practitioner Certificate and/or Diploma or equivalent;
• Special consideration will be given to candidates who have completed the Brain Story Certification through Alberta Family Wellness https://www.albertafamilywellness.org/training.

Work Experience

• At least one-year experience working with students with special programming needs.

Specialized Skills

• First Aid training;
• Knowing ASL is considered an asset;
• Supporting Individuals through Valued Attachments Training (SIVA) Certificate;
• Training and experience with augmentative communication systems;
• Experience working on academic goals with students who have multiple barriers.

Interpersonal Skills

• Understands that it is of paramount importance to maintain confidentiality of all aspects of the school community;
• Excellent communication skills;
• Willing to participate in new learning opportunities;
• Ability to take responsibility for individual student needs;
• Ability to contribute in a collaborative team-based learning structure.

The starting rate for this position is $25.26 per hour. Holy Spirit Catholic School Division offers a 100% employer paid comprehensive benefit package, supporting the wellness of our employees and meeting the needs of their families.

For more information regarding this position, please contact the EAL Coordinator, Mrs. Daphne Sander at [e-mail].

Please note: This position will remain open until a suitable candidate is found. We wish to thank all applicants in advance for submitting résumés, however only those candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.

By virtue of the submission of an application, the applicant agrees that the principal or designate can contact previous employers for the purpose of conducting confidential reference checks whether or not the application has listed a reference for that employer.