Educational Assistant - Complex Behavior & Inclusion

Prairie Land School Division 25; Hanna; On-site; CAD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Prairie Land Public School Division is seeking a compassionate Educational Assistant to support students with complex behavioral and learning needs at J.C. Charyk Hanna School in Hanna, Alberta.

The role emphasizes a student-centered, outcome-focused approach within an inclusive school community. The successful candidate will collaborate with teachers and support staff to promote self-regulation, communication skills, and engagement, while applying individualized strategies for neurodivergent

Qualifications

• Educational Assistant Certificate or combination of relevant education and experience.
• Experience supporting neurodivergent students and implementing individualized strategies.
• Knowledge of trauma-informed practices and inclusive education a strong asset.

Responsibilities

• Support students with complex behavioral, social-emotional, communication, and learning needs.
• Collaborate with teachers, administration, and support staff to foster self-regulation and independence.
• Facilitate transitions and promote meaningful participation in classroom and school activities.
• Respond to challenging situations using positive and evidence-informed practices.

Skills

Compassionate

Student-centered

Communication

Teamwork

Observation

Problem-solving

Education

Educational Assistant Certificate

Job description

EDUCATIONAL ASSISTANT

COMPLEX BEHAVIOR AND INCLUSION

J.C. CHARYK HANNA SCHOOL

Competition #PLSD-2291

This position is currently posted internally to CUPE employees for 5 working days until 4:30 p.m. October 27, 2026 as per the CUPE Local 5829 Collective Agreement.

J.C. Charyk Hanna School, Hanna, Alberta

30 hours per week | Start Date: As Soon As Possible

Prairie Land Public School Division is seeking a compassionate, skilled, and student-centered Specialized Educational Assistant to join the team at J.C. Charyk Hanna School. This position provides individualized support to students with complex behavioral, social-emotional, communication, and learning needs within an inclusive school environment.

Working collaboratively with classroom teachers, school administration, and student support personnel, the successful candidate will help students develop self-regulation, independence, communication skills, and positive engagement in learning. This role requires a proactive and relationship-based approach to supporting student success while fostering meaningful participation in both classroom and school activities.

The ideal candidate will have previous experience working with neurodivergent students and be comfortable implementing individualized strategies to support student learning, behavior, and social-emotional development. Responsibilities include supporting student regulation, facilitating successful transitions, encouraging independence, monitoring progress, and responding appropriately to challenging situations using positive and evidence-informed practices.

Applicants should possess an Educational Assistant Certificate or a combination of relevant education and experience. Strong communication, observation, problem-solving, and teamwork skills are essential, as is the ability to remain calm, flexible, and solution-focused in a dynamic school environment. Experience supporting students with complex behavioral and learning needs is required. Training in SIVA and/or Nonviolent Crisis Intervention (NVCI) is considered a strong asset, as is knowledge of trauma-informed practices, positive behavior supports, and inclusive education.

This is an excellent opportunity for an Educational Assistant who is passionate about supporting diverse learners and making a meaningful difference in the lives of students.

Competition will remain open until a suitable candidate is found.

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