Full Time, Educational Assistant II - Special Education

Grande Yellowhead Public School Division; Town of Hinton; On-site; CAD 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Grande Yellowhead Public School Division in Alberta invites applications for a Full Time Educational Assistant II - Special Education. The successful candidate will support students with special needs in classroom settings and contribute to implementing individualized education plans, under the CUPE agreement.

Responsibilities include collaboration with the IEP team, assisting with daily activities, monitoring safety, and maintaining confidential records.

Qualifications

• Completion of Grade 12 diploma or equivalent.
• May require a valid Class 5 driver's license.
• Proficient with technology and computer-related skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision and as part of a team.
• Physical ability to perform the required duties.

Responsibilities

• Support students as part of the IEP team and assist with identified objectives.
• Liaise with staff, health care providers, and outside services on student needs and progress.
• May accompany students for outings and transport as required.
• Administer medications per GYPSD policy.
• Provide personal and physical care as required.
• Assist with behavioral management and safety.
• Maintain up-to-date anecdotal records of behavior and progress.
• Deliver direct educational support in classroom activities.
• Use computers and specialized equipment for support.
• Monitor arrivals, dismissal, and lunchroom/playground activities.
• Supervise students when the teacher is away; report concerns.
• Support development of life-long learning, self-esteem and interests.
• Perform other duties within knowledge and skills.

Skills

Oral and written communication

Confidentiality

Team player

Independent worker

Education

Grade 12 diploma

Tools

Computer skills

Driver's license (Class 5)

Job description

Position: Full Time, Educational Assistant II - Special Education

Start Date: October 19, 2026 until June 29, 2027

Hours of work: 30 hours per week (6.0 hours per day, Monday to Friday), inclusive, 10 months as per the CUPE Collective Agreement.

The competition will remain open until: October 16, 2026 at 12:00 MST

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

• 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

• 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.