Educational Assistant - Dorothy Dalgliesh School - Temp Part-Time Educational Assistant

The Palliser School Division; Picture Butte; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A local educational institution seeks a Temporary Part-Time Educational Assistant to support students with special needs at Dorothy Dalgliesh School. This role involves providing educational instruction, maintaining effective relationships with the learning team, and contributing to the development of the students’ Individual Program Plans. The ideal candidate will have relevant certifications and experience in inclusive education. This position requires a commitment to fostering student growth and development in a caring school environment.

Qualifications

• Successful practicum experience working with students with special needs.
• Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Provides educational instruction and supports access to technology for students.
• Participates in the student's learning team and contributes to planning the Individual Program Plan (IPP).
• Facilitates the development of the student’s self-esteem and independence.

Skills

Experience in an inclusive learning environment

Current Standard First Aid and CPR certificates

Effective communication skills

Education

Completion of a recognized post-secondary certificate in child care/development or behavior management

Job description

Overview

Temporary Part-Time Educational Assistant

Location: Dorothy Dalgliesh School

Anticipated Start Date: September 29, 2025 (or date mutually agreeable)

End Date: June 26, 2026

Assignment: Educational Assistant (EA)

FTE: 324 annual hours

The Palliser School Division is committed to engendering and supporting the values of the broader society: empathy, integrity, respect, trust, and responsibility. If the children of this community are to realize these values, the division acknowledges its responsibility to provide an exemplary education. Students come first. Learning is our central purpose. Public education serves the common good. The Palliser School Division encourages an inclusive and equitable workplace, which supports our diverse student and employee community. We encourage all applicants to join our dynamic, diverse, and collaborative culture and welcome applications from all qualified individuals.

Dorothy Dalgliesh School has approximately 145 students in Early Learning to Grade 6 and has a respectful environment in which teamwork and a positive attitude are means to achieving a safe and caring school. Students are expected to work hard to achieve academic excellence, physical fitness and social development. By developing a sense of pride in their achievements, students at Dorothy Dalgliesh School will contribute towards future accomplishments that bring credit to themselves and the school. DDS invites motivated individuals to apply for the Temporary Part-Time PUF Educational Assistant position available.

When you apply to the Palliser School Division, you can feel good about serving our future leaders and contributing to student success.

Qualifications

• Completion of a recognized post-secondary certificate or recognized vocational certificate in child care/development or behaviour management with demonstrated successful practicum experience working with students with special needs
• Other equivalent combinations of directly related education and directly related experience may also be considered
• Experience in an inclusive learning environment is an asset
• Current Standard First Aid and CPR certificates (Child CPR Certificate is a strong asset)

Responsibilities

• Provides educational instruction for students and supports students with accessing technology.
• Contributes to planning the student’s Individual Program Plan (IPP). Participates as a member of the student’s learning team in periodic meetings with the student, parents/guardians to review goals and develop revisions. Collects data to support student growth and IPP development.
• Maintains an effective professional working relationship within the student’s learning team, offering suggestions to the Teacher on ways to help students reach their goals.
• Communicates with parents and learning team members to share information and receive updates that may impact the student’s progress.
• Facilitates and encourages the development of the student’s self-esteem and independence through established programs and techniques appropriate for the individual student.
• Encourages positive social interaction among students.
• Provides personal care as required (e.g., toileting, feeding, dressing, grooming) ensuring student dignity; assists with physical needs including lifting and range of motion programs as identified by appropriate personnel.
• Ensures student safety in the school and community, including supervision, sanitizing and storage of equipment, managing and supporting students during breaks or field trips, and assisting with life skills tools as needed.
• Maintains confidentiality and demonstrates patience, support, and enthusiasm for students.
• Maintains collegial relationships with the student’s learning team.
• Works with students in various school and community settings, including supervision during breaks or field trips as required.
• Assists with sanitizing educational tools and cleanup in the classroom after spills or accidents.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Additional Requirements for Applicants

• Criminal Record Check, including vulnerable sector check from Local Police Service or RCMP detachment
• Social Insurance Number (SIN) card or document issued by Service Canada; SIN must be in current legal name and match Government Issued ID and Criminal Record Check
• Government issued ID (valid driver’s license, valid passport or Nexus card)

How to Apply

• Apply through the Palliser School Division Recruitment Portal
• Attach the following documentation:
  • Cover letter directed to Crystal McGregor, Principal, Dorothy Dalgliesh School
  • Resume summarizing training and experience
  • Copy of your most recent evaluation
  • Minimum of three professional references

We thank all those who apply, but only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

By submitting an application, the applicant agrees that the superintendent or designate can contact previous employers for confidential reference checks.

Kris Van Wieren, Director
Palliser School Division