Full-time Educational Assistant - Holy Family Catholic School

Lakeland-Catholic-Schools; Waskatenau; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Lakeland Catholic School Division is seeking a full-time Educational Assistant to support students at Holy Family Catholic School in Waskatenau, AB for the 2026-2027 school year.

Responsibilities include providing direct student support, implementing behavioural strategies, and collaborating with teachers within a Catholic school setting. The role requires experience with complex needs and professionalism in dynamic situations.

Qualifications

• Minimum Level 1 ECE Certification or willingness to obtain (Level 2 or 3 preferred).
• Demonstrated experience supporting students with complex learning needs.
• Strong working knowledge of behavioural strategies and intervention techniques.
• Ability to maintain professionalism and emotional regulation in dynamic situations.
• Alignment with the values and mission of Catholic education.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct support to students with diverse learning needs in classroom and individual settings.
• Implement behavioural support strategies aligned with student support plans.
• Assist with emotional regulation, engagement, and independence skills.
• Work collaboratively with teachers and inclusive education teams in a Catholic school setting.
• Maintain student dignity and a safe, respectful learning environment.

Skills

Behavioural support

Emotional regulation

Team collaboration

Documentation

Education

ECE Level 1 Certification

Willingness to obtain Level 2/3

Tools

Assistive technology

Job description

Join Our Team at Lakeland Catholic School Division

Full-time Educational Assistant | Start Date: As soon as possible
Full-Time (1.0 FTE) | Holy Family Catholic School
Waskatenau, Alberta | 2026–2027 School Year

Lakeland Catholic School Division is currently seeking a full-time Educational Assistant to support students atHoly Family Catholic School in Waskatenau, AB for the 2026-2027 school year.

Serving students from Kindergarten through Grade 12, this position requires a skilled and compassionate professional with a strong background in supporting adolescence—particularly those with behavioural needs, Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD), Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), or other complex challenges.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide direct support to students with diverse learning needs in classroom and individual settings
• Implement behavioural support strategies aligned with student support plans
• Assist with emotional regulation, engagement, and independence skills
• Work collaboratively with teachers and inclusive education teams in a Catholic school setting
• Maintain student dignity and a safe, respectful learning environment.

Required Qualifications:

• Minimum Level 1 Early Childhood Educator (ECE) Certification or willingness to obtain (Level 2 or 3 preferred)
• Demonstrated experience supporting students with complex learning needs
• Strong working knowledge of behavioural strategies and intervention techniques
• Ability to maintain professionalism and emotional regulation in dynamic situations
• Alignment with the values and mission of Catholic education.

Additional Assets:

• NVCI (Nonviolent Crisis Intervention), First Aid, or similar certification (or willingness to obtain)
• Familiarity with assistive tech and alternative learning tools
• Strong interpersonal, documentation, and teamwork skills
• French language skills are considered an asset, but are not required for this position

This position will remain open until a suitable candidate is found.

The successful applicant will be required to provide a Criminal Record/Vulnerable Sector Check and Intervention Record Check. By submitting an application, applicants consent to Human Resources contacting previous employers to conduct confidential reference checks, whether or not those employers are listed as references.

Please note: This position does not qualify for employer-sponsored immigration programs or work permit support.

While we appreciate the interest of all applicants, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.