Educational Assistant

Prairie Land Public School Division; Morrin; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Prairie Land Public School Division seeks an Educational Assistant for Morrin School. This full-time temporary role (30 hours per week) starts as soon as possible for the 2025-2026 school year.

You will collaborate with teachers to support students, reinforce learning, and help maintain an inclusive classroom environment. The ideal candidate holds a minimum high school diploma, with preference for a post-secondary certificate or diploma in a human services field.

Qualifications

• Minimum high school diploma required; preference for a post-secondary certificate or diploma in a human services field.
• Preference given to candidates with training in special education or a related field.
• Experience supporting individuals with diverse learner needs is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Support students individually and in groups with classroom activities.
• Reinforce instructions as directed by the teacher and monitor progress.
• Assist with independent work and supervise students in classrooms, hallways, and on school grounds.
• Support behavior management strategies and assist with observation, documentation, and reporting.
• May assist with personal care needs when required.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Time management

Education

High school diploma

Post-secondary certificate or diploma in human services

Training in special education

Job description

EDUCATIONAL ASSISTANT

MORRIN SCHOOL

Competition #PLSD-2195

Th i s i s c currently posted internally to CUPE e employees fo r 5 working days until 4:30 p.m. April 28 th, 2026 as per the CUPE Local 5829 Collective Agreement.

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Educational Assistant to support students and teachers in creating an inclusive, engaging learning environment. You will collaborate with classroom staff and other professionals to assist students in their learning, participation, and overall development. Strong interpersonal and communication skills are essential, along with a commitment to supporting diverse learner needs.

Key responsibilities include supporting students individually and in groups with classroom learning activities; reinforcing instruction as directed by the teacher; assisting with independent work and monitoring progress; supervising students in the classroom, hallways, playground, and during arrival, dismissal, and school activities; supporting behavior management strategies; and assisting with observation, documentation, and reporting for meetings and conferences. You may also be required to assist with personal care needs.

This is a full-time temporary position (30 hours per week) starting as soon as possible for the duration of the 2025-2026 school year. Preference will be given to candidates with training in special education or a related field, and experience supporting individuals with special needs.

Minimum high school diploma required, with preference given to candidates who hold a post-secondary certificate or diploma in a human services field. Strong organizational and time management skills are essential, along with excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.

Competition will remain open until suitable candidate is found.

The successful candidate will be required to provide a Criminal Record Check, with Vulnerable Sector and Child Intervention Check satisfactory to PLRD prior to commencement.