Temporary Full-Time Educational Assistant @ Weyburn Comprehensive School (SEIU-West)

South East Cornerstone Public School Division; Weyburn; On-site; CAD 26,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

South East Cornerstone Public School Division in Weyburn, SK, seeks an Educational Assistant for a temporary position starting as soon as possible. You will support student life skills, assist with programming under teacher direction, and ensure safety and behavioural plans. A valid driver’s license and Grade 12 diploma are required.

Starting wage is $22.53/hour with full benefits and a pension plan. End date is December 22, 2026. Eligible for the SEIU-West collective agreement benefits.

Qualifications

• Minimum Grade 12 diploma required.
• Ability to adapt to change and be flexible.
• Ability to work collaboratively as a team member.
• Valid driver's license.
• Knowledge of school computer software such as word processing and computer assisted learning software.
• An educational assistant or equivalent diploma is preferred; additional certificates are assets.
• Commitment to public education and SECSPSD principles.

Responsibilities

• Assist with student life skills and academic programming under direction of teacher.
• Focus on successfully transitioning the student to work with others and adults.
• Implement behaviour and safety plans for students as required.
• Supervise intensive need students and small groups as required.
• Transport students if needed (may require personal vehicle).
• Lift and assist as needed within safety limits.

Skills

Adaptability

Teamwork

Attention to safety

Communication

Education

Grade 12 diploma

Educational assistant or equivalent diploma

Tools

Word processing software

Computer assisted learning software

Job description

Location

Weyburn Comprehensive School, located in the community of Weyburn, SK

Term

Start Date: As soon as possible/As mutually agreed upon

End Date: December 22, 2026

Tenure

Temporary

Hours Of Work

Equivalent to 6 hours per day student days

Duties

• Lifting - Ability to lift up to 60 pounds without a lift and up to 120 pounds with a 2 man lift or mechanical lift
• Transport students (personal vehicle may be required to transport)
• Attend to personal hygiene and medical needs as required
• Prepare and plan student-based life skills and academic programming under direction of teacher
• Focus on successfully transitioning the student to be able to work with other students and adults
• Focus on behaviour and safety plan created specifically for students as required
• Supervision of intensive need student(s) as well as small groups of students as required

Qualifications

• Minimum Grade 12 diploma from an institution recognized by the Board of Education
• Demonstrated ability to adapt to change and be flexible
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively as an effective team member
• Valid driver's license
• Demonstrated knowledge of school computer software such as word processing and computer assisted learning software
• An educational assistant or equivalent diploma, NVCI, First Aid, Autism and Behavioral educational background will be considered assets
• Commitment to the ideals of public education as well as the mission, vision and guiding principles of the South East Cornerstone Public School Division

Salary & Benefits

Salary and benefits are in accordance with the currently negotiated SEIU-West Collective Agreement as listed on our website. The starting wage for this position is currently $22.53/hour along with a full benefit package and an employer defined pension plan.

For Further Information Contact

Renee Cuthbert, Principal of Weyburn Comprehensive School

Phone: [phone]

Email

The successful candidate will be subject to a clear criminal record check and vulnerable sector check as outlined in Administrative Procedure 401: Criminal Record & Vulnerable Sector Checks.