Education Assistant for Students with Diverse Needs

Holyspirit; Lethbridge; On-site; CAD 34,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive employer-paid benefits

Job summary

Holy Spirit Catholic School Division is hiring a temporary Education Assistant (14.0 hours/week) at École St. Mary School in Lethbridge. The assignment starts as soon as possible and terminates June 25, 2027, under CUPE 1825.

The Education Assistant supports children with diverse needs under the supervision of the Inclusive Education Lead, the classroom teacher, and the principal. Preference for candidates with Education Assistant certificates and at least one year of relevant experience.

Qualifications

• Education Assistant Certificate and/or Diploma or equivalent.
• At least one year experience with students who have special programming needs.
• First Aid training; SIVA Certificate is an asset; experience with augmentative communication systems.

Responsibilities

• Provides support to children with a wide range of needs under supervision of the Inclusive Education Lead, classroom teacher, and principal.
• Carries out tasks as assigned by daily and program supervisors while maintaining confidentiality.

Skills

First Aid

SIVA Certification

Augmentative communication

Diverse needs support

Education

Education Assistant Certificate

Rehabilitation Practitioner Certificate

Brain Story Certification

Job description

Holy Spirit Catholic School Division is hiring a temporary Education Assistant (14.0 hours/week) at École St. Mary School in Lethbridge. The assignment starts as soon as possible and terminates June 25, 2027, under CUPE 1825.

The Education Assistant supports children with diverse needs under the supervision of the Inclusive Education Lead, the classroom teacher, and the principal. Preference for candidates with Education Assistant certificates and at least one year of relevant experience.