Temporary Full-Time Educational Assistant

St. Clement's School; Grande Prairie; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A public school division in Grande Prairie is looking for a full-time Educational Assistant to support students and work collaboratively with teachers. The ideal candidate will have a High School Diploma and experience working with children. This position offers a salary between $20.66 and $27.20 per hour based on experience, along with benefits including health care and life insurance. The role also requires a Criminal Record Check.

Benefits

Life Insurance

Extended Health Care

Dental Care

Vision Benefits

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Educational Assistant Diploma is preferred.
• CPR/First Aid would be considered an asset.

Responsibilities

• Assist a certificated teacher in a classroom setting.
• Support students in high school trades and apprenticeship math curriculum.
• Help with personal care and perform required physical tasks.

Skills

Experience working with children

Strong computer skills

Teamwork ability

Education

High School Diploma

Educational Assistant Diploma

Job description

Peace Wapiti Public School Division (PWPSD) provides service to approximately 6,100 students in Junior Kindergarten through Grade 12 in 34 schools and is one of the largest employers in the Grande Prairie/Spirit River region. To learn more about northwestern Alberta and Working, Living and Playing in our region, please visit the Work NW Alberta website here.

PEACE WAPITI ENTERPRISE CENTER is seeking candidates who enjoy working in a student-focused and collaborative environment. We invite applications for a Full-Time Educational Assistant (30 hours/week). The Educational Assistant works under the supervision of a certificated teacher.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Educational Assistant Diploma is preferred
• CPR/First Aid would be considered an asset
• Experience working with children in a classroom/organized setting is preferred
• You have the ability and willingness to perform required physical tasks, as well as assist with personal care.
• You have the ability to meet outside of school hours.
• You have the ability to work as part of a team.
• Strong computer skills and ability to support students in high school trades and apprenticeship math curriculum.
• Willingness to support student intervention programs online through Google Meets.

Applications should include

• Completed Apply to Education profile
• Cover letter
• Detailed resume
• A list of three references (with current contact information)

A current Criminal Record Check (including Vulnerable Sector Check), dated within the last six months, is a condition of employment.

Terms and conditions of employment are outlined in Policy GGG: Personnel Policy for Non-Teaching Staff. Salary is commensurate with education and experience. The salary range for this position is $20.66/hour to $27.20/hour.

Eligible employees may qualify for a comprehensive benefits package designed to enhance your work and family life; including Life Insurance, Extended Disability Benefit, Dental Care, Extended Health Care, and Vision Benefits.

We appreciate and thank you for your application; however, only candidates who are selected for an interview will be contacted. PWPSD reserves the right to check references prior to the scheduling of interviews. All questions about this opportunity should be addressed to Kellie Lewis, Director of Human Resources and Labour Relations at [e-mail] or by phone at [phone].

PWPSD accepts applications for all positions online. All applicants, both internal and external, are required to create a profile and apply for career opportunities as they become available. Once you have successfully applied to a position you will receive a confirmation e‑mail, and the job will be listed in your “Job Application Log”. If you require technical assistance registering for an account or uploading documents, please call ApplytoEducation at 1‑877‑900‑5627.