Educational Assistant

Newheightscalgary; Calgary; On-site; CAD 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

New Heights School & Learning Services is seeking a Senior High Educational Assistant to support neurodivergent students in a kindergarten to grade 12 independent school. The role involves assisting with in‑class activities, small groups, and individualized support under teacher supervision.

You will work with teachers, therapists, and parents to implement developmental goals, maintain confidentiality, and foster a caring, inclusive classroom environment. Position starts end of August 2026.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma is a minimum requirement.
• Educational Assistant Certificate is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Provide support to students in the classroom, in small groups or one‑on‑one.
• Participate as a member of the students’ learning team.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Integrity

Professional development

Collaboration

Rapport with students

Diversity sensitivity

Supervision

Passion for kids

Education

High School Diploma

Educational Assistant Certificate

Job description

New Heights School & Learning Services (est. 1999), is a kindergarten to Grade 12 independent school serving approximately 125 neurodivergent students, including those with autism spectrum disorder and similar learning differences. Our approach builds on and engages each student’s strengths and interests to address developmental goals while teaching the Alberta Program of Studies. New Heights currently has an opening for a senior high Educational Assistant.

The Role: Educational Assistant

Responsibilities

Under the direction of a teacher,

• Provide support to students in the classroom working in small groups and/or one-on-one
• Participate, as required, as a member of the students’ learning team
• Provide administrative assistance to classroom teacher
• Maintain confidentiality and a patient, supportive and enthusiastic commitment to students
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• High School Diploma (Minimum requirement)
• Educational Assistant Certificate (an asset)
• Passion for working with groups of children
• Demonstrated Skills and Competencies
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Personal integrity and trustworthiness
• Willingness to regularly enhance skills and knowledge for professional development
• Effective collaboration with other school personnel, parents/guardians, therapists, and students
• Ability to establish trust and rapport with students
• Ability to respect and value all individuals with sensitivity to diversity
• Ability to actively supervise students

Documents required for Application:

• Please list contact information for 2 references

Police check – (prior to employment)

Resumes will be accepted until a suitable candidate is found. The position starts at the end of August 2026.

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