Kindergarten Educational Assistant - Gateway Christian School

Red Deer Public; Red Deer; On-site; CAD 21,000 - 27,000; Part time

Job summary

Gateway Christian School in Red Deer Public Schools seeks an Educational Assistant to support Kindergarten learners on a 15 hours per week schedule. This temporary position runs until June 30, 2027, replacing a leave of absence.

The role involves working Monday and Wednesday full days and Friday half days, within a faith-based school environment. Applicants should align with the school’s philosophy, have an EA certificate (asset), and be comfortable handling diverse needs including autism.

Qualifications

• Educational Assistant Certificate or comparable education is an asset.
• Ability to work with students who have special education needs and behaviour challenges.
• Candidate would ideally have experience working with Autism and complex needs.
• Comfortable working independently, with minimal guidance.
• Good problem solving skills.
• Toileting and lifting may be required.

Responsibilities

• Support young learners in Kindergarten classrooms.
• Provide coverage and assistance as a temporary position replacing a leave of absence.
• Work schedule: Monday and Wednesday full days, Friday half days each week.

Skills

Individual work

Special education

Problem solving

Autism awareness

Independent work

Mobility/physical tasks

Education

Educational Assistant Certificate

Job description

Educational Assistant - 15 hours weekly

Location: Gateway Christian School

Commencing as soon as a suitable candidate is found until June 30, 2027

Temporary position replacing a leave of absence.

Gateway Christian School is a Kindergarten to grade 12 Christian Alternative Program in Red Deer Public Schools. The successful candidate will be supporting young learners in Kindergarten classrooms, Monday and Wednesday full days and Fridays half days each week.

Important: Applicants must be prepared to support the philosophy and mission of Gateway Christian School, and to participate fully in a faith-based school environment. Refer to the school website: for a detailed description of the school’s philosophy and mission.

Desirable Qualifications And Attributes

• Educational Assistant Certificate or comparable education is an asset.
• Ability to work with students who have special education needs and behaviour challenges.
• Candidate would ideally have experience working with Autism and complex needs
• Comfortable working independently, with minimal guidance.
• Good problem solving skills.
• Toileting and lifting may be required

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

All internal and external applicants from any current assignment are welcome to apply for this position.

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.

A current Vulnerable Sector Criminal Record Check will be required of new employees.