Education Assistant - St. Joseph School (Coaldale)

Holyspirit; Coaldale; On-site; CAD 29,000 - 41,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package (employer-paid)

Job summary

Holy Spirit Catholic School Division invites applications for an Education Assistant at St. Joseph School in Coaldale. This 28-hour-per-week role commences August 25, 2026 and operates under CUPE 1825.

The successful candidate will support students with diverse needs under the guidance of the Inclusive Education Lead and school staff. Requirements include an Education Assistant Certificate and/or Diploma or Rehabilitation Practitioner Certificate, plus one year of experience with students with

Qualifications

• Education Assistant Certificate and/or Diploma or Rehabilitation Practitioner Certificate and/or Diploma or equivalent.
• Brain Story Certification completed is a plus.
• At least one year experience with students with special programming needs.

Responsibilities

• Provide support to children with a wide range of needs in the learning environment under supervision of the Inclusive Education Lead, classroom teacher, and principal.
• Assist with personal care tasks as needed.
• Maintain confidentiality and participate in a collaborative, team-based structure.

Skills

First Aid

ASL

SIVA Certificate

Augmentative communication

Supporting students with barriers

Education

Education Assistant Certificate

Diploma in Rehabilitation Practitioner

Brain Story Certification

Job description

EDUCATION ASSISTANT – St. Joseph School (Coaldale)

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 continuous 28.0 hour per week Education Assistant at St. Joseph School in Coaldale. This assignment is to commence August 25, 2026. This position is covered by the CUPE 1825 Support Staff collective agreement. Please quote Posting #4058379.

The Education Assistant provides support to children with a wide range of needs in the learning environment under the direction and supervision of the Inclusive Education Lead, the classroom teacher, and the principal. This role may involve working with students who have complex sensory needs, exhibit challenging behaviours, use augmented and alternative communication systems, and may require assistance with toileting and other personal care tasks.

The successful candidate must be able to meet the physical demands of the role in order to actively engage students in all aspects of their educational program. Confidentiality is of utmost importance in achieving the common good for all students. Through collaborative team-based structure, the Education Assistant will carry out tasks as assigned by both the daily and program supervisors.

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 incoming principal of the school, Ms. Kathy Jones at [e-mail].

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.