Program Assistant - Play & Learn

Medicine Hat Public School Division; Medicine Hat; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A regional education authority in Canada is seeking Program Assistants for their Licensed Play & Learn programs to support Early Childhood Educators. The role involves delivering activities that aid in early literacy, numeracy, and social-emotional development. Candidates should have an Alberta Early Childhood Educator Certification and First Aid training. This part-time position offers competitive compensation and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Employee benefits

Qualifications

• Certification in Early Childhood Education is essential.
• First Aid and CPR certification is required.
• A recent criminal record check is required.

Responsibilities

• Support Early Childhood Educators in program delivery.
• Implement activities for children's development.
• Adapt programming to meet diverse children's needs.

Skills

Project Management Methodology

Leadership Experience

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Alberta Early Childhood Educator Certification (Level 1, 2 or 3)

Tools

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Project

Job description

Program Assistant s Play & Learn

Locations: Crestwood STEM School, Dr. Ken Sauer Fine Arts School, George Davison School, Vincent Massey School, and TBD

Medicine Hat Public School Division is accepting applications for Program Assistants for our Licensed Play & Learn programs. This is a 3-hour position, which may be combined with a 3-hour EA position for current employees. It is a ten-month position offering competitive compensation and employee benefits.

The primary role of the Program Assistants is to support the Primary Early Childhood Educators (ECE) in implementing programming for kindergarten-aged children. Responsibilities include delivering activities that promote early literacy, numeracy, motor skills, and social-emotional development during the 2025-2026 school year. Successful candidates may continue in the role if enrollment supports. The position begins on August 28, 2025.

Qualifications:

• Level 1, 2, or 3 Alberta Early Childhood Educator Certification
• Intermediate First Aid / CPR
• Criminal record check with vulnerable sector check completed within the last three months

Ideal candidates will have:

• The ability to follow a program plan that supports learning through play, guided by Alberta's Early Learning and Care Framework
• A commitment to collaborative work with Primary ECEs to support student success and broader school community engagement
• Flexibility and adaptability to deliver effective programming for children
• Strong interpersonal skills and effective communication to build positive relationships
• An understanding of child development and experience working with children with diverse needs
• Ability to understand and implement ISPs and behavior support plans
• Knowledge of the Alberta Early Learning and Childcare Act and Regulations
• A commitment to ongoing professional development
• SIVA Training

Applications should be submitted through Apply to Education. Please specify in your cover letter which schools you prefer your application to be considered for.

For questions regarding this position, please contact Joanne Stockman at [contact information].

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

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview.

Key Skills: Project Management Methodology, Project / Program Management, Program Management, Management Experience, Microsoft PowerPoint, Project Management, Microsoft Project, Budgeting, DoD Experience, Leadership Experience, Supervising Experience, Contracts

Employment Type: Part-Time

Experience: [Specify years]

Vacancy: 1