Part-Time Educational Assistant – Student Support (20 hrs)

Elk Island Public Schools; Fort Saskatchewan; On-site; CAD 28,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

Elk Island Public Schools in Fort Saskatchewan is recruiting a temporary part-time Educational Assistant for Fort Saskatchewan Christian. The 20-hour-per-week position runs October 5, 2026 to June 28, 2027, Monday to Friday.

The EA will assist teachers in instructional and non-instructional tasks, support students individually or in small groups, record observations, and may provide personal care. A High School Diploma and related experience are required or assets listed.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma is required.
• Educational Assistant Certificate or comparable education would be an asset.
• First Aid certificate would be an asset.
• Non-Violent Crisis Intervention training would be an asset.
• Courses related to working with students with special needs would also be an asset.
• Minimum of one-year related experience.

Responsibilities

• Assist teachers with instructional and non-instructional tasks.
• Work with individual students or small groups.
• Follow individually prescribed learning programs and chart observations.
• Provide personal care and additional assistance as needed.
• Collaborate with the school support team.

Skills

Oral communication

Active listening

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Teamwork

Technology literacy

Diversity sensitivity

Education

High School Diploma

Educational Assistant Certificate or comparable

First Aid certificate

Non-Violent Crisis Intervention training

Special needs coursework

One-year related experience

Job description

Elk Island Public Schools in Fort Saskatchewan is recruiting a temporary part-time Educational Assistant for Fort Saskatchewan Christian. The 20-hour-per-week position runs October 5, 2026 to June 28, 2027, Monday to Friday.

The EA will assist teachers in instructional and non-instructional tasks, support students individually or in small groups, record observations, and may provide personal care. A High School Diploma and related experience are required or assets listed.