Jr/Sr High School Temporary Educational Assistant

Buffalo Trail Public Schools; Village of Kitscoty; On-site; CAD 36,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Buffalo Trail Public Schools is seeking an Educational Assistant for Kitscoty Jr/Sr High School in Kitscoty, AB. The role involves supporting students with diverse needs in an inclusive learning environment, under teacher direction.

Start date is immediately and end date is June 28, 2027, or return of regular employee. Full-time, TEMPORARY position with 1.0 FTE, following the school calendar.

Qualifications

• Diploma in Childhood or Educational Assistant programs is preferred.
• Experience working with individuals with special needs (children or adults).
• Familiarity with supporting individuals who experience language delays, behavioral challenges, and emotional dysregulation.
• Training in SIVA or other non-violent crisis intervention strategies is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Deliver educational support tailored to identified students.
• Assist in data collection, monitor progress, and relay observations to classroom teachers.
• Modify materials to meet individual or group needs in collaboration with the team.
• Support student development including academic, social, behavioral, and life skills.
• Assist with integration into regular school systems or work/community environments.
• Attend to personal care needs as required.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary team and participate in trainings.
• Supervise students during instructional and non-instructional times.
• Advocate for students and communicate relevant information to staff.
• Administer medication as per procedures and follow health and safety guidelines.

Skills

Experience with special needs

Education

Diploma in Childhood or Educational Assistant programs

Job description

Buffalo Trail Public Schools is committed to maximizing student learning in a safe and caring environment supported by a highly effective team.

Buffalo Trail Public Schools Division is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Educational Assistant to join our team at Kitscoty Jr/Sr High School in Kitscoty, AB Alberta. This is an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of students by providing support in an inclusive and dynamic learning environment. If you are passionate about helping students achieve their full potential and thrive in a collaborative school community.

Position Details

• Start Date : Immediately.
• End Date : June 28, 2027, or return of regular employee
• Location : Kitscoty Jr/Sr High School
• Hours : 6.25 hours per day, Monday to Friday, following the school calendar
• Contract Type: Full Time, TEMPORARY
• FTE: 1.0

Qualifications and Desired Experience

The ideal candidate should possess the following:

• A diploma in Childhood or Educational Assistant programs (preferred)
• Experience working with individuals with special needs, including children or adults
• Familiarity with supporting individuals who experience:
• Language delays.
• Behavioral challenges.
• Emotional dysregulation.
• Fine and gross motor delays.
• Ability to provide support with personal hygiene and other care needs as required.
• Training in SIVA or other non-violent crisis intervention strategies (considered an asset)

Primary Responsibilities

Under the direction of the teacher, the successful candidatemay be required to provide the following :

Educational Support :

• Deliver educational instruction tailored to the needs of identified students, including researching, preparing, and organizing materials and supplies.
• Assist in student data collection, monitor progress, and provide observations and recommendations to the classroom or Inclusive Learning Teacher.
• Modify classroom and curriculum materials to meet individual or group needs collaboratively

Student Development :

• Support students in developing academic, social, behavioral, and life skills to foster independence.
• Assist with integration and transitions within the regular school system or into work/community environments.
• Help students with specialized supports, including assistive devices, equipment, or approved service animals, per Administrative Procedure 205.1 AP.

Personal Care :

• Attend to students' personal needs, including feeding, hygiene, toileting, and other personal care.

Team Collaboration :

• Participate in professional learning and specialized training as required by the school or Central Services.
• Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary team members to implement prescribed exercises and programs.
• Provide input during team or parent meetings as appropriate.

Supervision :

• Supervise students during instructional and non-instructional times, such as in classrooms, gyms, on playgrounds, or during field trips

Advocacy and Communication :

• Act as a liaison or advocate for students as needed.
• Share relevant program or student information with other staff members.

Health and Safety :

• Administer medication in compliance with Administrative Procedure 203.1 AP (Administration of Medication/Medical Assistance to Students).
• Follow Alberta Health Services (AHS) and Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) guidelines to ensure safety for staff and students.

Other Duties :

• Perform other comparable duties as assigned within the scope of the job's knowledge and skills.
• Comfortable working in a split-grade classroom (an asset).

For further information, please contact:

Shannon Bakos, Kitscoty High School

Phone: [phone]

Buffalo Trail Public School thank all applicants for their interest. Only those candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.