Part-Time Educational Assistant

Peace River School Division; Red Earth Creek; On-site; CAD 31,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Life Insurance

Disability Benefits

Extended Health Care

Vision Care

Dental Care

Health Spending Account

Employee Assistance Program

Pension

Paid time off

Job summary

Peace River School Division is seeking a Part-Time Educational Assistant (0.96 f.t.e.) at Red Earth Creek School to provide targeted literacy and numeracy support to small groups of students in Grades 1-3, and to support ECS programming. The position runs Aug 27, 2026 to Jun 28, 2027.

Red Earth Creek School serves K-12 with a strong commitment to academics and extracurriculars. The role involves collaboration with teachers and program coordinators in a unionized setting under CUPE Local 4839.

Qualifications

• Educational Assistant Certificate or equivalent combination of relevant education and experience.
• Experience working directly with young children (Grades K-3 preferred).
• Experience and understanding of foundational literacy and numeracy concepts (e.g. phonics, phonological awareness, early number sense).

Responsibilities

• Provide targeted literacy and numeracy support to small groups of students in Grades 1-3.
• Support ECS programming.
• Collaborate with teachers and district office Program Coordinators.

Skills

Communication

Collaboration

Independent work

Group management

Education

Educational Assistant Certificate or equivalent combination of relevant education and experience

Job description

Peace River School Division is seeking a highly motivated Part-Time (0.96 f.t.e.)Educational Assistant at Red Earth Creek School to provide targeted literacy and numeracy support to small groups of students in Grades 1-3, as well as support our ECS programming. The position will commence on August 27, 2026 and continue to June 28, 2027.

Red Earth Creek School is situated in the hamlet of Red Earth Creek, located about 162 kms from Peace River. This school services student in grade K-12 and supports a commitment to academics and various extra-curricular programs.

Qualifications

• Educational Assistant Certificate or equivalent combination of relevant education and experience
• Experience working directly with young children (Grades K-3 preferred)
• Experience and understanding of foundational literacy and numeracy concepts (e.g. phonics, phonological awareness, early number sense)

Skills

• Excellent communication skills and ability to work collaboratively with teachers and district office Program Coordinators
• A strong desire to work effectively as part of a multi-disciplinary team. Ability to work independently.
• The ability to work independently, manage small groups effectively, and follow structured intervention plans.
• High level of commitment, accountability, and reliability.

Application Requirements

• Provide an acceptance current Criminal Record with Vulnerable Sector Check

Please note, record check must be less than six (6) months old to date of your application.

Join the dedicated team at Red Earth Creek School and make a direct impact on the foundational success of our youngest learners!

This position will remain open until suitable candidate is secured. The Peace River School Division thanks you for your interest in working with our division - only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

This is a union position under the collective agreement between the CUPE Local 4839 and the Peace River School Division.

Rate of Pay

$22.59 to $28.02 per hour(dependent on experience and education in accordance with the collective agreement between the CUPE Local 4839 and the Peace River School Division).

Benefits

• Life Insurance
• Disability Benefits
• Extended Health Care
• Vison Care
• Dental Care
• Health Spending Account/Wellness Spending Account
• Employee & Family Assistance Program
• Pension
• Paid time off

Building an Equitable and Inclusive Workplace

Peace River School Division is committed to upholding the values of equity, diversity and inclusion in our living, learning and work environments. We know that we all share responsibility for creating an equitable, diverse, and inclusive community. This commitment is specifically demonstrated through our dedication to anti-racism and our ongoing work toward Truth and Reconciliation. In pursuit of our values, we seek members who are eager to participate in that shared responsibility.

We actively encourage applications from members of historically and systemically underrepresented groups including but not limited to women, Indigenous people and other members of a visible minority group, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity and expression. We recognize that many of these identities intersect and that equity, diversity and inclusion can be complex. We value the contributions that each person brings and are committed to ensuring full and equal participation for all in our community. We commit to identifying and actively removing systemic barriers to ensure a respectful, safe, and welcoming environment free from discrimination, including racism