Educational Assistant

Grande Prairie Public School Division; Grande Prairie; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Grande Prairie Public School Division is seeking a part-time Educational Assistant for Parkside Montessori School. The role involves supporting a certified teacher and working with students, particularly those exhibiting challenging behaviors. Candidates must have a High School Diploma and experience with children, with preference given to those with an Educational Assistant Diploma and relevant training.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Educational Assistant Diploma with CPR/First Aid preferred.
• Experience with children in organized settings is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist a certified teacher with supervision, instruction, and evaluation of students.
• Perform required physical tasks and assist with personal care.

Skills

Experience working with children

CPR/First Aid

NVCI training

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Educational Assistant Diploma

Job description

Grande Prairie Public School Division

Invites Applications For

EDUCATIONAL ASSISTANT

Parkside Montessori School

COMPETITION NUMBER: S2526-012

Part-time Temporary (16.25 hours per week) Educational Assistant

Effective 2025-2026 school year

Applications will be accepted until Monday, June 23rd at 12:00p.m.

The Educational Assistant works under the supervision of a certified teacher who retains the responsibility for planning, instruction, supervision and evaluation of the students.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Educational Assistant Diploma with CPR/First Aid preferred
• some experience working with children in an organized setting preferred
• preference will be given to those with NVCI training
• experience working with students who exhibit challenging behaviors is an asset
• ability and willingness to perform required physical tasks, as well as assist with personal care
  
  

Applications Should Include

• completed Apply to Education profile
• cover letter
• detailed resume
• three references with current contact information
  
  

We appreciate and thank you for your application; however, we contact only those candidates who are selected for an interview. GPPSD reserves the right to check references prior to the scheduling of interviews.

Grande Prairie Public School Division accepts applications for all positions online. All applicants, both internal and external, are required to create a profile and apply for career opportunities as they become available. Once you have successfully applied to a position you will receive a confirmation e-mail, and the job will be listed in your ‘Job Application Log’. If you require assistance registering for an account or uploading documents, please call 1-877-900-5627.

A current Police Information Check with Vulnerable Sector Check and Child Intervention Record Check must be provided as a condition of employment.