Educational Assistant — Flexible, Impactful Student Support

Ranch Ehrlo Society; Pilot Butte; On-site; CAD 34,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work

Recognition programs

Supportive work culture

Job summary

Ranch Ehrlo Society in Regina, SK is seeking an Educational Assistant to support students with diverse needs, including behavioral, developmental and mental health challenges. You will supervise, provide academic support, and model positive behaviors in collaboration with teachers.

The role emphasizes implementing individualized education plans, working in a team, and fostering life skills, with opportunities for training and growth within a values-driven, inclusive workplace.

Qualifications

• Completion of a high school diploma.
• An educational assistant or youth care worker certificate or diploma, or certificate, diploma, or degree in a related field of study is an asset.
• Up to one year of experience working with children, youth, and/or adults with behavioral, cognitive, mental health, and/or developmental challenges.
• Experience as an educational assistant, job coach, or youth care worker is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Provide supervision, care, and support to vulnerable persons with complex needs, behavioral issues, developmental disabilities, mental health disorders, and/or other related issues.
• Supervise and engage with students in a safe and structured environment.
• Participate in planning and programming in collaboration with the teacher.
• Assist in the implementation of individualized education plans and programming.
• Monitor and guide student's behavior and educational progress.
• Assist the students in achieving their educational goals.
• Communicate and collaborate with internal and external stakeholders.
• Resolve conflicts and respond to crisis situations in a calm and patient manner. Identify potential triggers, recognize escalating behaviours, and de-escalate the situation safely and effectively.
• Administer medications to students when required.
• Transport students as required.
• Document all incidents and updates such as; critical incidents, medication administration, and any other classroom or student updates. Complete reports and documentation clearly, accurately, and in a timely manner.
• Lead by example, representing the agency's values and demonstrating fairness, respect, and positivity.
• Collaborate with and communicate to the multidisciplinary team when required.
• In the absence of the teacher, assume the roles and responsibilities of the teacher (i.e. attendance, budget, etc.).
• Perform other related duties as needed to support participants and the team.

Skills

Team collaboration

Interpersonal skills

Relationship building

Motivational leadership

Outdoors engagement

Written & verbal communication

Emotional intelligence

Problem-solving

Goal setting

Flexibility

Continuous learning

Basic computer skills

Education

High school diploma

Educational assistant / youth care worker certificate or diploma asset

Job description

Ranch Ehrlo Society in Regina, SK is seeking an Educational Assistant to support students with diverse needs, including behavioral, developmental and mental health challenges. You will supervise, provide academic support, and model positive behaviors in collaboration with teachers.

The role emphasizes implementing individualized education plans, working in a team, and fostering life skills, with opportunities for training and growth within a values-driven, inclusive workplace.