Education Assistant - St. Paul School

Holy Spirit Catholic School Division; Lethbridge; On-site; CAD 29,000 - 41,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Job summary

Holy Spirit Catholic School Division is seeking a temporary Education Assistant at St. Paul School in Lethbridge for 28 hours per week. Assignment runs from 1 October 2026 to 24 June 2027 under CUPE 1825.

The role supports students with a range of needs under supervision of the Inclusive Education Lead, classroom teacher, and principal. Qualifications include an Education Assistant Certificate and/or Diploma or Rehabilitation Practitioner Certificate.

Qualifications

• Education Assistant Certificate and/or Diploma or Rehabilitation Practitioner Certificate and/or Diploma.
• Brain Story Certification through Alberta Family Wellness is a considered asset.
• 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.
• Work under supervision of Inclusive Education Lead, classroom teacher, and principal.

Skills

First Aid training

SIVA Certification

Augmentative communication

Special needs support

Education

Education Assistant Certificate

Diploma (Education or Rehabilitation Practitioner)

Rehabilitation Practitioner Certificate

Tools

Augmentative communication systems

Job description

School

We are looking to hire a temporary 28.0 hour per week Education Assistant to work at St. Paul School in Lethbridge. This assignment is to commence October 1, 2026 and terminate June 24, 2027. This position is covered by the CUPE 1825 Support Staff collective agreement. Please quote

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.

Education Assistant – St. Paul School

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;


• Supporting Individuals through Valued Attachments Training (SIVA) Certificate is considered an asset;


• 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 principal of the school, Mr. Ryan Myndio at 403-328-0611.

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.