Educational Assistant II - Special Education

Grande Yellowhead Public School Division; Town of Hinton; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A school division in Alberta is seeking an Educational Assistant II to provide support for special needs students. The successful applicant will assist in various classroom activities, maintain records of student behavior, and work closely with teachers to meet students' individual needs. Qualifications include a grade 12 diploma and relevant skills. This role offers full-time hours with a start date immediately until June 30, 2026.

Qualifications

• Completion of grade 12 diploma or equivalent.
• May require a valid Class 5 Drivers license.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Physical ability to perform the required duties.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the classroom and perform student support duties for special needs students.
• Act as part of the IEP team, providing support to the student.
• Report safety and discipline concerns to the teacher and/or Principal.

Skills

Technology and computer related skills

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

Education

Completion of grade 12 diploma or equivalent

Job description

Position: Educational Assistant II - Special Education

Start Date: Immediately until June 30, 2026

Hours of work: 30 hours per week, 6.0 hours per day, Monday to Friday, inclusive, 10 months

Application deadline: November 10, 2025 at 12:00 MST

Summary

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

Duties

• 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.

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