PT Education Assistant

Buffalo Trail Public Schools; Provost; On-site; CAD 17,000 - 19,000; Part time

Job summary

Buffalo Trail Public Schools is seeking an Educational Assistant to join Provost Public School in Provost, Alberta. The role focuses on delivering tailored instructional support, monitoring student progress, and collaborating with the Inclusive Learning team to create an inclusive learning environment.

The position involves assisting with personal care, implementing prescribed activities, and supporting transitions between school and work/community settings.

Qualifications

• A diploma in Childhood or Educational Assistant programs (preferred).
• Experience working with individuals with special needs.
• Familiarity with supporting individuals who experience language delays, behavioral challenges, and emotional dysregulation.
• Ability to provide support with personal hygiene and other care needs.
• Training in SIVA or other non-violent crisis intervention strategies (asset).

Responsibilities

• Deliver educational instruction tailored to the needs of identified students and prepare materials.
• Monitor progress and provide observations to the Inclusive Learning Teacher.
• Modify materials to meet individual or group needs collaboratively.
• Support students in developing academic, social, behavioral, and life skills.
• Attend to students' personal needs, including feeding, hygiene, toileting, and other care.

Skills

Educational Assistant diploma

Experience with special needs

Non-violent crisis intervention

Education

Diploma in Childhood or Educational Assistant programs

Job description

Buffalo Trail Public Schools is committed to maximizing student learning in a safe and caring environment supported by a highly effective team.

Buffalo Trail Public Schools Division is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Educational Assistant to join our team at Provost Public School in Provost, Alberta. This is an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of students by providing support in an inclusive and dynamic learning environment.

Position Details

• Start Date: Upon the successful applicant
• End Date: June 28, 2027
• Location: Provost Public School, Provost, Alberta
• Hours: 3 hours per day- Monday- Friday following the school calendar
• Contract Type: (part-time, regular)

Qualifications and Desired Experience

The ideal candidate should possess the following:

• A diploma in Childhood or Educational Assistant programs (preferred)
• Experience working with individuals with special needs, including children or adults
• Familiarity with supporting individuals who experience:
• Language delays.
• Behavioral challenges.
• Emotional dysregulation.
• Fine and gross motor delays.
• Ability to provide support with personal hygiene and other care needs as required.
• Training in SIVA or other non-violent crisis intervention strategies (considered an asset)

Primary Responsibilities

Under the direction of the teacher, the successful candidate may be required to provide the following :

Educational Support:

• Deliver educational instruction tailored to the needs of identified students, including researching, preparing, and organizing materials and supplies.
• Assist in student data collection, monitor progress, and provide observations and recommendations to the classroom or Inclusive Learning Teacher.
• Modify classroom and curriculum materials to meet individual or group needs collaboratively

Student Development:

• Support students in developing academic, social, behavioral, and life skills to foster independence.
• Assist with integration and transitions within the regular school system or into work/community environments.
• Help students with specialized supports, including assistive devices, equipment, or approved service animals, per Administrative Procedure 205.1 AP.

Personal Care:

• Attend to students' personal needs, including feeding, hygiene, toileting, and other personal care.

Team Collaboration:

• Participate in professional learning and specialized training as required by the school or Central Services.
• Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary team members to implement prescribed exercises and programs.
• Provide input during team or parent meetings as appropriate.

Supervision:

• Supervise students during instructional and non-instructional times, such as in classrooms, gyms, on playgrounds, or during field trips

Advocacy and Communication:

• Act as a liaison or advocate for students as needed.
• Share relevant program or student information with other staff members.

Health and Safety:

• Administer medication in compliance with Administrative Procedure 203.1 AP (Administration of Medication/Medical Assistance to Students).
• Follow Alberta Health Services (AHS) and Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) guidelines to ensure safety for staff and students.

Other Duties:

• Perform other comparable duties as assigned within the scope of the job's knowledge and skills.

For further information, please contact:

Stacy Brouwer, Provost Public School

Phone: [phone]

Buffalo Trail Public School thanks all applicants for their interest. Only those candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.