Educational Assistant- FT Term Sr High Mainstream - BCHS

Grasslands; Brooks; Presencial; CAD 37 000 - 48 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Health premiums paid 92%

Health Spending Account

Paid Sick Leave

Family Medical Leave

Paid Personal Leave

6D Health & Wellness offers

Resumo da oferta

Grasslands Public Schools in Brooks, Alberta is seeking an Educational Assistant for a full-time term position at Brooks Composite High School. The role supports high school students in learning and development, with duties including physical support and collaboration with school staff.

The ideal candidate demonstrates patience, resilience, and a genuine commitment to student success, working within a busy, energetic school setting. This is a 30-hour-per-week schedule through June 29, 2027.

Qualificações

• Strong written, verbal, and reading communication skills.
• Ability to support students across subject areas appropriate to their grade level.
• Ability to support students with literacy and numeracy development.
• Excellent problem-solving, organizational, time-management, and multitasking skills.
• Genuine interest in working with elementary-aged students.
• Understanding Grasslands Public Schools’ mission and values.
• Ability to contribute to a student-centered classroom and inclusive environment.
• Respect for diverse backgrounds and experiences.
• Understanding of the important role Educational Assistants play in supporting students, families, and community.
• Personal integrity and ability to build positive relationships.

Responsabilidades

• Support students with instruction and learning activities, and address their physical, social, emotional, and behavioral needs.
• Encourage positive and respectful interactions between students and staff.
• Work closely and collaboratively with classroom teachers, school administration, and other members of the school team.
• Provide appropriate physical support and personal care, including lifting and transferring students as required.
• Support students in participating in school activities, such as swimming, outdoor sports, and other activities.
• Help create a safe, inclusive, and supportive learning environment where students can succeed.

Conhecimentos

Communication skills

Cross-curricular support

Literacy development

Numeracy development

Problem solving

Organization

Time management

Multitasking

Interest in elementary students

Diversity, equity & inclusion

Relationship building

Patience

Flexibility

Resilience

Formação académica

High school diploma

Experience with children

Descrição da oferta de emprego

We are Accepting Applications!

Position: Educational Assistant

Assignment: High SchoolMainstream

Location: Brooks Composite High School

Contract Type: Term 1.00 FTE; Full Time (approximately 30 hours per week)

• Monday - Thursday: 8:35 AM to 3:37 PM
• Friday: 8:35 AM to 11:58 AM (Staff will be required to stay longer when training is being held)*

Duration of Position: Immediately - June 29, 2027

Application close date: Applications will be accepted until a suitable applicant pool has been established.

GRASSLANDS is hiring!

ABOUT THE POSITION

Brooks Composite High School is seeking applications for a Mainstream Educational Assistant (EA) to support high school students in their learning, development, and preparation for success in the grades ahead.

This is a full-time, term position beginning immediately, and ending on June 29, 2027.

Everything we do in Grasslands supports student learning and achievement and this position requires an applicant who works well under pressure and in energetic environments while upholding the values of the division. This role requires patience, kindness, and resiliency, and an understanding of the importance of this role for our students, colleagues, and community.

ABOUT THE SCHOOL

Brooks Composite High School is located in the city of Brooks, Alberta. The city has a population of approximately 14,000 people is located In South Eastern Alberta along the Trans-Canada Highway between Calgary and Medicine Hat. BCHS is a high school of about 620 students in grades 10-12. We offer a full range of all the academic offerings in addition to a well respected vocational program that includes Mechanics, Construction, Cosmetology, Foods and Digital Media. We also offer a fine arts program that includes visual arts and performing arts including Music and Drama. In addition, we are pleased to host the district Inclusive Education Program and have a large ELL program that serves the needs of many newcomers to Canada. We are also very proud of the athletic and extracurricular programs at our school. We run a number of teams and clubs that provide students a great number of opportunities to participate in the life of the school. We look forward to meeting your educational needs. If you have any questions please contact the school at 403-362-4814 . Please check out the Parents tab for more school information and the grades tabs.

ABOUT GRASSLANDS PUBLIC SCHOOLS

Grasslands is a public school division serving the City of Brooks and surrounding County of Newell, with a student population of about 3,577. We have three elementary school locations within the City of Brooks and seven rural locations throughout the County of Newell in addition to seven colony school locations.

• Our Vision: A community of Learners dedicated to student success

• Our Mission: To provide opportunities that inspire students to achieve and succeed as resilient learners who positively impact their communities.
• Our Values: Collaboration,Integrity,Diversity Equity & Inclusion,Wellness &Resilience,Engagement,InnovationAccountability, and Transparency

OUR VALUE PROPOSITION TO YOU

• 92% of benefit premiums are paidincluding Extended Health, Dental, Extended Disability, Life, and AD&D coverage.
• Health Spending Account(for contracts of at least 5 consecutive months)
• Paid Sick Leave ofup to 15 days per year.
• Family Medical Leaveof up to 3 days per year.
• Paid Personal Leave of up to3 days per year.

Additional Perks

• 6D Health & Wellness offer s Grasslands staff 15% off services.
  

To learn more about us please visit:

• Grasslands Public Schools website at: grasslands.ab.ca
• Grasslands Public Schools 2026-2027 School Year Calendar

JOB DUTIES

• support students with instruction and learning activities, as well as their physical, social, emotional, and behavioral needs.
• encourage positive and respectful interactions between students and staff;
• work closely and collaboratively with classroom teachers , school administration, and other members of the school team.
• Provide appropriate physical support and personal care, including lifting and transferring students, as required.
• Support students in participating in school activities , which may include swimming, outdoor sports, and other school-based activities.
• Help create a safe, inclusive, and supportive learning environment where students can succeed.

IDEAL CANDIDATE SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Strong written, verbal, and reading communication skills.
• The ability to support students across subject areas appropriate to their grade level .
• The ability to support students with literacy and numeracy development .
• Excellent problem-solving, organizational, time-management, and multitasking skills .
• A genuine interest in working with elementary-aged students, including Pre-Kindergarten and Kindergarten students.
• An understanding and appreciation of the mission and values of Grasslands Public Schools .
• The ability to contribute to a student-centred classroom and social environment that supports diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• Respect for and sensitivity toward individuals from diverse backgrounds and experiences.
• An understanding of the important role Educational Assistants play in supporting students, families, and the broader community.
• Personal integrity, trustworthiness, and the ability to establish positive relationships and rapport with students and coworkers.
• Patience, flexibility, resilience, and the ability to remain calm and supportive in a busy school environment.
• Understands and supports Grasslands Public Schools’ mission, values, and commitment to student success.

EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATIONS

• High school diploma.
• Experience working with children or other vulnerable populations in an educational, healthcare, or related setting.

CONSIDERED AN ASSET BUT NOT A REQUIREMENT

• Post-secondary training in education, Educational Assistant, child development, or a related field
• Two or more years of experience working with children or in an education setting.

*A combination of education and relevant experience may be considered.

PRE-EMPLOYMENT CONDITIONS

Selected candidates of choice must submit the following as a condition of employment:

• A Current Criminal Record Check (CRC) with Vulnerable Sector Check (VSC).
• The original document is required to be submitted, and reported within thelast 6 monthsof hire date.

Applicantscannot workbefore a clear CRC with VSC has been provided and cleared by the Superintendent.