Probationary Full time Program Assistant- Dr. Ken Sauer Fine Arts School

Medicine Hat Public School Division; Medicine Hat; On-site; CAD 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Employee benefits

Job summary

Medicine Hat Public School Division is seeking a Program Assistant for the licensed Play & Learn program at Dr. Ken Sauer Fine Arts School. The 6-hour, ten-month position supports primary ECE in implementing Play & Learn programming for kindergarten-aged children.

The ideal candidate holds Alberta ECE Certification (Level 1–3) and a current vulnerable sector check; SIVA training and First Aid/CPR are preferred. The role emphasizes collaborative planning and ongoing professional development.

Qualifications

• Level 1–3 Alberta ECE Certification required.
• Criminal record check with vulnerable sector check within six months before employment.
• SIVA training and Intermediate First Aid/CPR preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support Primary ECE to implement Play & Learn programming for kindergarten.
• Deliver programming to support development of early literacy, early numeracy, motor skills and social-emotional growth.
• Collaborate with school staff to support student success and as part of the school community.

Skills

Communication

Team collaboration

Adaptability

Play-based learning knowledge

Education

Alberta ECE Certification (Level 1/2/3)

Criminal record check (vulnerable sector)

SIVA training / First Aid CPR preferred

Job description

Dr. Ken Sauer Fine Arts School

Medicine Hat Public School Division is taking applications for a Program Assistant for the licensed Play & Learn program at Dr. Ken Sauer Fine Arts School. This is a 6-hour position. This is a ten-month position that includes competitive compensation and employee benefits.

Full-time

Program Assistant - Play & Learn

Medicine Hat Public School Division is taking applications for a Program Assistant for the licensed Play & Learn program at Dr. Ken Sauer Fine Arts School. This is a 6-hour position. This is a ten-month position that includes competitive compensation and employee benefits.

The primary purpose of the Program Assistant will be to support the Primary ECE with implementing programming in the Play & Learn program for kindergarten-aged children. You will be responsible to deliver programming to support the development of early literacy, early numeracy, motor skills and social emotional growth of children participating in Play & Learn during the 2026-2027 school year. Successful candidates will remain in the position ongoing if enrollment supports.

Qualifications

• Level 1, Level 2 or Level 3 Alberta Early Childhood Educator Certification required.
• Criminal record check with vulnerable sector check less than six months old (required prior to employment).
• Current SIVA training and current Intermediate First Aid/CPR preferred.

The Ideal Candidate Will Have

• The willingness and ability to follow through with a program plan that supports learning through play with Flight: Alberta's Early Learning and Care Framework as a guiding document.
• Demonstrated a commitment to work collaboratively with a Primary ECE to support student success and as a member of the broader school community.
• Demonstrated ability to be flexible and adaptable to carry out effective programming for young children.
• Interpersonal skills that result in building positive relationships through clear and kind communication.
• An understanding of child development and experience working with young children with diverse needs.
• Ability to understand and follow Individual Student Plans and behavior support plans.
• Experience with and understanding of the Alberta Early Learning and Childcare Act and Regulations.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development.

If you have any questions regarding this position, please contact Joanne Stockman at .

Thank you for your interest in working with the Medicine Hat Public School Division

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview.