Part-Time Educational Assistant for Inclusive Learning

Prairie Valley School Division; Indian Head (MD); On-site; USD 486,000 - 569,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Employer matched pension

Job summary

Prairie Valley School Division in Indian Head is hiring an Educational Assistant I at Indian Head Elementary School for a temporary part-time position.

The role supports students with intensive needs across personal care, academic support, and behavioral guidance, in collaboration with teachers and staff. 15 hours 25 minutes per week, with a wage of $22.91–$26.79 per hour, benefits as described in the CUPE agreement.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 or equivalent.
• Educational Assistant Certificate or Diploma.
• First Aid, CPR and AED training.
• Specialized training in supporting students with differing abilities.
• Non-Violent Crisis Intervention training.
• Transfer, Lift and Repositioning training.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care to students to maintain dignity and independence.
• Assist and coach students to develop daily living skills and prep for life after school.
• Support academic tasks with teachers and provide small group or one-on-one help.
• Document progress and participate in conferences as requested.
• Model positive behaviour and support safe social interactions.
• Collaborate with the student’s team to enable learning in the least restrictive setting.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the School Administrator.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Problem-solving

Written communication

Teamwork

Flexibility

Confidentiality

Education

Grade 12 or equivalent

Educational Assistant Certificate or Diploma

First Aid, CPR and AED training

Specialized training in differing abilities

Non-Violent Crisis Intervention training

Transfer, Lift and Repositioning training

Job description

Prairie Valley School Division in Indian Head is hiring an Educational Assistant I at Indian Head Elementary School for a temporary part-time position.

The role supports students with intensive needs across personal care, academic support, and behavioral guidance, in collaboration with teachers and staff. 15 hours 25 minutes per week, with a wage of $22.91–$26.79 per hour, benefits as described in the CUPE agreement.