Educational Assistant

Holy Family Catholic High School; High Prairie; On-site; CAD 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Holy Family Catholic Regional Division invites applications for an Educational Assistant at St. Andrew's School in High Prairie, Alberta. This probationary, full-time position runs for the 2026-2027 school year, with potential extension.

The successful candidate will support teachers, assist students with diverse learning needs, and help foster Indigenous cultural awareness. Qualifications include Grade 12 Diploma (Teacher Assistant Diploma preferred) and strong communication and

Qualifications

• Requires Grade 12 Diploma and/ or Teacher Assistant Diploma or related education.
• Must be able to communicate effectively with students, staff, and families.
• Strong understanding of student needs and individualized programming is desirable.
• Must be able to maintain professionalism and confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Assist teachers in supporting students with learning, physical, and behavioral needs.
• Provide one-to-one or small group support as directed.
• Support students with health needs and personal care as required.
• Assist with English Language Learners and individualized learning plans.

Skills

Communication

Tech proficiency

Confidentiality

Follow plans

Education

Grade 12 Diploma

Teacher Assistant Diploma or related equivalent

Job description

Holy Family Catholic Regional Division Job Opportunities

Educational Assistant

St. Andrew's School, High Prairie, Alberta

St Andrew's School, located in High Prairie, Alberta requires a Probationary, Full-time Educational Assistant for the 2026-2027 school year starting as soon as possible, up to and including June 29, 2027, with the possibility of extension.

Job Description

Education Assistants are employed by the Division to support teachers in meeting the needs of students in their classrooms. An Education Assistant may be assigned to work with individual students or groups of students under the direct supervision of a teacher.

The ideal candidate will also have a good working knowledge and understanding of Indigenous culture, to help promote cultural awareness and appreciation within the school. The role also focuses on building positive relationships with Indigenous students to support their academic, social, and emotional wellbeing.

Duties Will Include

• Work with students with learning, physical, and/or behavioral challenges, one-to-one, small group, and classroom duties.
• Duties may include working with students who require attending to health needs and personal care.
• The assignment includes working with students in the classroom, supporting student academics and individualized learning needs, tutorial help, support for English Language Learners, and other Educational Assistant duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 Diploma
• Teacher Assistant Diploma or related education equivalent preferred.
• Able to perform duties with professionalism and confidentiality.
• The successful candidate requires good communication, the ability to follow plans, ability to support students who require individualized programs, enrichment, modifications, and/or accommodations to their learning.
• The ideal candidate will have proficiency in the use of technology.
• A Criminal Record Check and Intervention check are required.

Wage

• Dependent on Qualifications and Experience.

The position will remain open until a suitable candidate is found.

Only those candidates shortlisted for an interview will be contacted. Thank you for your interest.

Serving Fairview, Grimshaw, High Prairie, Manning, Peace River, Valleyview

10307 - 99 Street, Peace River, AB T8S 1K1 Phone:[phone]