Educational Assistant II - Special Education

Grande Yellowhead Public School Division No.77; Hamlet of Grande Cache; On-site; CAD 24,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

Grande Yellowhead Public School Division is hiring an Educational Assistant II - Special Education at Summitview School. Position is 30 hours per week, 10 months per year, under the CUPE Collective Agreement.

Start date is immediate and the assignment runs through June 29, 2027. The role involves classroom support for students with diverse needs, collaboration with the IEP team, and providing personal and educational assistance as required.

Qualifications

• Completion of Grade 12 diploma or equivalent.
• May require a valid Class 5 Driver's license.
• Technology and computer related skills.
• Specialized training/experience depending on students may be required.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Act as part of the IEP team, supporting the student objectives.
• Liaise with staff and other professionals on student needs and progress.
• May accompany students on outings and transport as required.
• Administer medications per policy and assist with personal care.
• Assist with behavioral management and maintain anecdotal records.
• Provide direct educational support in classroom and related activities.
• Monitor student arrival, dismissal, and lunchroom activities as needed.
• Report safety concerns to teacher or Principal.
• Support lifelong learning, self-esteem, and personal skills development.

Skills

Excellent communication

Confidentiality

Team player

Physical ability

Education

Grade 12 diploma

Tools

Computers & tech skills

Job description

Grande Yellowhead Public School Division

is accepting applications for the following:

Position: Educational Assistant II - Special Education

Location: Summitview School

Start Date: Immediatelyuntil June 29, 2027

Hours of work: 30 hours per week,6 hours per day, Monday to Friday, inclusive 10 months per year, as per the CUPE Collective Agreement

The competition will remain open until: September 18, 2026 until 12:00 noon

REPORTS TO:

Works under the direction and supervision of the School Principal and/or designate.

SUMMARY:

The Educational Assistant II provides assistance in the classroom and performs student support duties to special needs students who are physically and/or mentally challenged, have learning disabilities and/or social, emotional, and behavioral problems.

DUTIES:

The duties of this position are not limited to the listed components, but will encompass 80% of the assigned duties on a regular basis.

• Acts as an integral part of the IEP (Individual Education Plan) team, providing support to the student on identified objectives.
• Acts as a liaison between students and professionals, providing information to relevant staff regarding student specific program needs and progress (i.e. School and Divisional personnel, health care and other outside services providers).
• May accompany students on outings within the community and transport students as required.
• Will administer necessary medications in accordance with GYPSD policy.
• Will assist and/or provide personal and physical care as required.
• May be required to employ physical restraint if safety concerns exist.
• Maintains up-to-date anecdotal records of students behavior and program progress.
• Provides direct educational support to students in various classroom and other school-related activities.
• Uses computers and other specialized equipment to provide support.
• May monitor students daily arrival, dismissal, class changes, and lunchroom/playground activities.
• Monitors class and/or students when the teacher is temporarily out of the room.
• Reports safety and discipline concerns to the teacher and/or Principal.
• Supports students in the development of life-long learning, self-esteem, personal skills and interests.
• May assist with the behavioral management of students.
• Performs other assigned duties that are within the area of knowledge and skills required by the job description.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Completion of grade 12 diploma or equivalent.
• May require a valid Class 5 Drivers license.
• Technology and computer related skills.
• May require specialized training and/or experience dependent on students.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision and as a team player.
• Physical ability to perform the required duties.

In accordance with Board Policy, the successful applicant will be required to provide the following:

• Vulnerable Sector Check
• Child Welfare Record Check
• Evidence of a Grade 12 Diploma or equivalent

Please submit the following:

• A cover letter and resume.
• The resume must highlight professional qualifications, relevant training and experience.
• Please include a list of three references with permission for Grande Yellowhead Public School Division to contact any or all references.

We thank all applicants for their interest however; we will contact only those selected for interviews.