Educational Assistant - Westpark Middle School

Parkland School Division No 70 Centre for Education; Red Deer; On-site; CAD 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Red Deer Public Schools is seeking an Educational Assistant at Westpark Middle School to provide behavioural support for students with complex needs on a 30-hour weekly schedule. The role includes time in both inclusive classrooms and a specialized program, offering exposure to a range of student supports.

The position is temporary to cover a leave of absence from Oct 5, 2026 to Jun 30, 2027, with a commitment to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and support for accommodations during

Qualifications

• Educational Assistant Certificate or comparable education is an asset.
• Experience or education in working with children with complex needs and behaviours is preferred.
• Comfortable working independently, with minimal guidance.
• Good problem solving skills.

Responsibilities

• The successful applicant will provide behavioural support to Middle School students with complex needs.
• All Educational Assistants at Westpark Middle spend time in both inclusive classrooms as well as the specialized program.

Skills

Independent work

Problem solving

Behavioural support

Education

Educational Assistant Certificate or comparable education

Job description

Educational Assistant

Location: Westpark Middle School

30 hours weekly

October 5, 2026 to June 30, 2027.

Temporary position replacing a leave of absence.

The successful applicant will provide behavioural support to Middle School students with complex needs. All Educational Assistants at Westpark Middle spend time in both inclusive classrooms as well as the specialized program.

Desirable qualifications and attributes:

• Educational Assistant Certificate or comparable education is an asset
• Experience or education in working with children with complex needs and behaviours is preferred
• Comfortable working independently, with minimal guidance.
• Good problem solving skills.

For more information about the Red Deer Public School District, visit our website at:www.rdpsd.ab.ca

This competition will remain open until a suitable candidate is found and will close without notice once a shortlist has been selected.

Red Deer Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes and we welcome applications from all qualified individuals. If accommodations or supports are required for you to attend this interview, please notify us prior to the day of the interview.

Byvirtue of the submission ofan application, the applicant agrees that the Associate Superintendent, PeopleServices or designatecan contact previous employersfor the purpose of conductingconfidential reference checks whether or not the applicant has listeda reference for that employer.

We thank all applicants for their interest but advise that only those selected for an interview will be contacted. A current Vulnerable Sector Criminal Record Check will be required of new employees.