Trauma-Informed Educational Assistant for Diverse Learners

Evergreen Catholic Schools; Town of Westlock; On-site; CAD 29,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Evergreen Catholic Schools in Alberta is seeking Educational Assistants for St. Mary Catholic School in Westlock to support students with diverse needs. Assignments run from ASAP to June 30, 2027, with a salary range of $20.74–$29.32 per hour under Support Terms and Conditions.

Required documents include resume, references, priest reference, and up-to-date checks. Faith Requirement Form is required for employment consideration.

Qualifications

• Preference given to candidates with strength-based, trauma-informed practices
• Experience working with students with diverse needs
• Able to deal with crisis situations; physically able to lift and protect
• Valued Attachments training
• Mental Health First Aid or equivalent
• Diploma in child/youth care or Educational Assistant Certificate are assets

Responsibilities

• Assist students with diverse academic and social/emotional needs
• Support teachers and follow classroom plans
• Ensure safety and manage classroom activities as required

Skills

Trauma-informed practices

Crisis management

Experience with diverse student needs

Lifting / physical safety

Education

Educational Assistant Certificate

Child/youth care diploma

Job description

Evergreen Catholic Schools in Alberta is seeking Educational Assistants for St. Mary Catholic School in Westlock to support students with diverse needs. Assignments run from ASAP to June 30, 2027, with a salary range of $20.74–$29.32 per hour under Support Terms and Conditions.

Required documents include resume, references, priest reference, and up-to-date checks. Faith Requirement Form is required for employment consideration.