Educational Assistant (Competition #S2526-0372)

Wolfcreek; Ponoka; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Wolfcreek is seeking a Full-time Educational Assistant to support diverse learners in a one-on-one setting, small groups, and within classrooms in Ponoka, Alberta. Duties commence ASAP through Jan 29, 2027, with potential extension.

The successful candidate will work closely with teachers and support staff, demonstrating empathy, patience, and strong communication, and bringing experience with academic or behavioral needs.

Qualifications

• Experience/Background working with academic and/or behavioural needs.
• Ability to work one-on-one with a student in an inclusive environment.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and a positive personality.

Responsibilities

• Provide support and assistance to diverse learners in a one-on-one setting, in small groups, and within the classroom.
• Collaborate with teachers and other support staff to implement inclusive strategies.
• Maintain calm and patient approach to solving problems and help manage classroom dynamics.

Skills

One-on-one support

Classroom support

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Empathy and patience

Education

Educational Assistant background or related training

Job description

Assignment :

• Full-time 1.0 Educational Assistant position
• Duties to commence as soon as possible and will continue until January 29, 2027, with the possibility of extension
  
• To provide support and assistance to diverse learners in a one-on-one setting, in small groups, and within the classroom

Qualifications and/or Assets:

• Experience/Background working with academic and/or behavioural needs
• Ability to work one-on-one with a student in an inclusive environment
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills and a positive personality
• Ability to formulate strong and healthy relationshipsWork harmoniously with teachers and other support staff
• Flexibility to work in a variety of programs and assigned duties
• Calm and patient approach to solving problems
• Reliability and eager to learn would be considered an asset
• Strong interpersonal skills and a positive personality
• Willingness to work collaboratively in a team-oriented learning environment
• Ability to demonstrate empathy, compassion, and patience
• Background and/or Experience and/or training as an Educational Assistant would be considered an asset

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