Educational Assistant - École Notre Dame Elementary School

Lakeland Catholic School Division; Town of Bonnyville; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Lakeland Catholic School Division is seeking a full-time Educational Assistant to support students at École Notre Dame Elementary School in Bonnyville, AB for the 2026-2027 school year. The position involves assisting students from Kindergarten to Grade 4 with diverse learning needs, including behavioural supports, in a Catholic education context.

The role requires compassion, professionalism, and ability to work with teachers and inclusive education teams; a Criminal Record check is required.

Qualifications

• Direct support to students with diverse learning needs in classroom and individual settings.
• Implement behavioural support strategies aligned with student support plans.
• Assist with emotional regulation, engagement, and independence skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct support to students with diverse learning needs in classroom and individual settings.
• Implement behavioural support strategies aligned with student support plans
• Assist with emotional regulation, engagement, and independence skills
• Work collaboratively with teachers and inclusive education teams in a Catholic school setting
• Maintain student dignity and a safe, respectful learning environment.

Skills

Student support

Behavioural strategies

Emotional regulation

Team collaboration

Education

Level 1 ECE Certification

Willingness to obtain Level 2 or 3

Tools

Assistive technology

Job description

Join Our Team at Lakeland Catholic School Division

Educational Assistant | Start Date: As soon as possible

Full-Time (1.0 FTE) | École Notre Dame Elementary School

Bonnyville, Alberta | Term Position for the 2026-2027 School Year

Lakeland Catholic School Division is currently seeking a full-time Educational Assistant to support students at École Notre Dame Elementary School in Bonnyville, AB for the 2026-2027 school year. This is a term position with the potential for extension into the 2027-2028 school year.

Serving students from Kindergarten to Grade 4, this position requires a skilled and compassionate professional with a strong background in supporting adolescence—particularly those with behavioural needs, Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD), Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), or other complex challenges.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide direct support to students with diverse learning needs in classroom and individual settings
• Implement behavioural support strategies aligned with student support plans
• Assist with emotional regulation, engagement, and independence skills
• Work collaboratively with teachers and inclusive education teams in a Catholic school setting
• Maintain student dignity and a safe, respectful learning environment.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum Level 1 Early Childhood Educator (ECE) Certification or willingness to obtain (Level 2 or 3 preferred)
• Demonstrated experience supporting students with complex learning needs
• Strong working knowledge of behavioural strategies and intervention techniques
• Ability to maintain professionalism and emotional regulation in dynamic situations
• Alignment with the values and mission of Catholic education.

Additional Assets

• NVCI (Nonviolent Crisis Intervention), First Aid, or similar certification (or willingness to obtain)
• Familiarity with assistive tech and alternative learning tools
• Strong interpersonal, documentation, and teamwork skills
• French language skills are considered an asset, but are not required for this position

This position will remain open until a suitable candidate is found.

The successful applicant will be required to provide a Criminal Record/Vulnerable Sector Check and Intervention Record Check. By submitting an application, applicants consent to Human Resources contacting previous employers to conduct confidential reference checks, whether or not those employers are listed as references.

Please note: This position does not qualify for employer-sponsored immigration programs or work permit support.

While we appreciate the interest of all applicants, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.