Educational Assistant (Competition #S2526-0354)

Wolfcreek; Blackfalds; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Wolfcreek invites applications for a full-time temporary Educational Assistant to support students in Kindergarten to Grade 3. Responsibilities include assisting in classroom and individual settings, collaborating with teachers, and supporting students with complex needs.

The position runs from October 1, 2026 to January 8, 2027 in Blackfalds, Alberta, requiring strong communication and teamwork in a school environment.

Qualifications

• Experience working with students with complex needs.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills and a positive personality.
• Willingness to work collaboratively in a team-oriented learning environment.
• Background and/or experience with academic or behavioural needs.
• Ability to work one on one with a student in an inclusive environment.
• Experience and/or training as an Educational Assistant or early childhood development is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide support to students in Kindergarten–Grade 3 classrooms and individual settings.
• Assist with instructional activities and behavior-support plans as directed by teachers.
• Collaborate with staff to support an inclusive learning environment.

Skills

Experience with complex needs

Oral & written communication

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Background in academics/behaviour

One-on-one support

Educational Assistant background

Education

Educational Assistant or early childhood development training

Job description

Assignment:

• Full-time 1.0 FTE temporary Educational Assistant position
• Duties to commence October 1, 2026 and will continue until January 8, 2027
• To provide support and assistance to students in grade Kindergarten -Grade 3 classroom and individual settings

Qualifications and/or Assets:

• Experience working with students with complex needs
• Effective oral and written communication skills
• Strong interpersonal skills and a positive personality
• Willingness to work collaboratively in a team-oriented learning environment
• Background and/or experience with academic or behavioural needs
• Ability to work one on one with a student in an inclusive environment
• Experience and/or training as an Educational Assistant or early childhood development is required

Please Note: We appreciate the interest of all applicants, but advise that only candidates selected for an interview for this competition will be contacted.