Elementary Educational Assistant - Student Growth & Support

Fort McMurray Catholic School Division; Fort McMurray; On-site; CAD 28,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

Fort McMurray Catholic School Division is seeking an Educational Assistant to support students in grades 1-6. The position runs 25–31 hours per week with start date ASAP and a closing date of September 28, 2026.

An Educational Assistant Certificate or Diploma is required, with SMG training possibly needed. You will assist with cognition, communication, physical and social development, implement teacher-directed programming, and collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team to support positive

Qualifications

• Support students' growth in cognition, communication, physical and social development.
• Support and/or implement teacher directed programming.
• Work collaboratively under guidance of teacher, CST and a multi-disciplinary team.
• Complete student or safety documentation, as directed by supervisor.

Responsibilities

• Implement specialist (OT, PT, SLP, etc) strategies to achieve goals.
• Implement behaviour management and educational strategies to facilitate learning.
• Communicate effectively with students using age-appropriate positive reinforcement.

Education

Educational Assistant Certificate or Diploma

Job description

Fort McMurray Catholic School Division is seeking an Educational Assistant to support students in grades 1-6. The position runs 25–31 hours per week with start date ASAP and a closing date of September 28, 2026.

An Educational Assistant Certificate or Diploma is required, with SMG training possibly needed. You will assist with cognition, communication, physical and social development, implement teacher-directed programming, and collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team to support positive