Temporary 0.5 Kindergarten Educational Assistant

Livingstone Range School Division No 68; Claresholm; On-site; CAD 24,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

West Meadow Elementary School in Claresholm, Alberta is seeking to employ the very best school-based staff in Alberta! We believe in a team approach to learning that creates a safe and caring, student-centered environment where everyone is encouraged to achieve to their highest capabilities.

This temporary 0.5 Kindergarten Educational Assistant position will commence as soon as a suitable candidate is found, with salary commensurate with qualifications and experience under Livingstone Range

Qualifications

• Level 1 ECE or higher or willingness to complete funded certification.
• Current Police Information Check with Vulnerable Sector Search.
• Current Intervention Record Check.

Responsibilities

• Provide a play-based learning environment guided by Alberta's Early Learning and Care Framework.
• Work within the Elementary School to provide an inclusive environment.
• Collaborate with the Early Learning Coordinator and the school principal/ designate.
• Build positive relationships with children, parents and staff.
• Participate in professional learning activities as needed.

Education

Level 1 Early Childhood Educator or higher / willing to complete funded certification

Current Police Information Check with Vulnerable Sector Search

Current Intervention Record Check

Job description

Temporary 0.5 Kindergarten Educational Assistant

West Meadow Elementary School

West Meadow Elementary School located in Claresholm, Alberta is seeking to employ the very best school-based staff in Alberta! We believe in a team approach to learning that creates a safe and caring, student-centered environment where everyone is encouraged to achieve to their highest capabilities. If you believe in contributing to a supportive caring learning environment for students, we are looking for you to join our team. This temporary EA position is 0.5 kindergarten. It will commence as soon as a suitable candidate is found.

The successful candidate will have knowledge of child development and the importance of play. The successful candidate will understand and follow Early Learning and Child Care Licensing Regulations.

The Successful Candidate Will Have

• Level 1 Early Childhood Educator or higher or willingness to complete funded certification
• Current Police Information Check with a Vulnerable Sector Search
• Current Intervention Record Check

Desired Qualifications And Attributes

• Knowledge of child development and experience working with children aged 5-12 years old.
• Responsibilities may include toileting and/or diapering
• Provide a play-based learning environment guided by "Alberta's Early Learning and Care Framework"
• Work within the Elementary School to provide an inclusive environment.
• Work collaboratively with the Early Learning Coordinator and the school principal/ designate.
• Local knowledge and experience with culture and traditions
• Ability to build positive relationships with children, parents and staff
• Have a willingness to participate in professional learning activities
• Have strong written and verbal communication skills
• Valid First Aid certificate is an asset

Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.

We thank all applicants for their interest in this position; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. For further information, please contact Dean Heck, Principal or Cara Pawlick, Assistant Principal at 403-625-4464. This competition will remain open until a suitable candidate is found.

By virtue of the submission of an application, the applicant agrees that the principal or designate can contact previous employers for the purpose of conducting confidential reference checks whether or not the applicant has listed a reference for that employer.

Mr. Richard Feller, Deputy Superintendent

Livingstone Range School Division

P.O. Box 1810

Fort Macleod, AB T0L 0Z0