Temporary Educational Associate - Tisdale Elementary School

Applitrack; United States; On-site; USD 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Tisdale Elementary School in rural Saskatchewan is seeking a Full Time Temporary Educational Associate to support students and teachers. The role runs 5 hours 50 minutes per day from Oct 13, 2026 to June 29, 2027.

Responsibilities include supervision, life-skills support, motor skills assistance, inclusion efforts, and adherence to safety plans. The position requires Grade 12, a valid driver's license, basic computer skills, and willingness to engage in ongoing learning.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 diploma or equivalent.
• Current and valid Driver's License.
• Post-secondary courses in related fields from a recognized program.
• Experience in human services is an asset.
• Proficiency with computers and word processing.

Responsibilities

• Supervise classroom during short periods under teacher guidance.
• Assist with life skills activities and progress evaluation.
• Support intensive motor skill development.
• Reinforce social and personal skills for inclusion.
• Assist with Inclusion and Intervention Plan goals.
• Provide support for therapeutic activities as needed.
• Observe progress at team meetings.
• Follow safety plans for behavior.
• Attend meetings as requested.

Skills

Confidentiality

Team player

Independent worker

Communication

Flexibility

Interpersonal skills

Caring for intense needs

Lifting 60 lbs

Education

Grade 12 diploma

Driver's license

Post-secondary courses in related fields

Experience in human services asset

Computers/word processing

Job description

Temporary Educational Associate - Tisdale Elementary School JobID: 1720

• Position Type:
  School Based Support
• Date Posted:
  9/29/2026
• Location:
  Tisdale Elementary School
• Date Available:
  10/13/2026
• Closing Date:
  10/07/2026

Temporary Educational Associate - Tisdale Elementary School
Applications are invited for a Full Time Temporary (5 hours & 50 minutes / day) Educational Associate at Tisdale Elementary School with duties to commence October 13th, 2026 and concluding June, 29th, 2027.
Application deadline -Oct 7th @ 12 noon

Tisdale Elementary is a Pre Kindergarten to Grade 5 school located in the rural community of Tisdale. We have approximately 345 students and 30 staff. For more information about the school go to Tisdale Elementary School (nesd.ca) .

Purpose of Position

The Educational Associate provides support services to students and teachers in a school setting within the division to meet curricular outcomes. The duties of an Educational Associate will vary depending upon the special needs of student(s).

Duties

Without restricting the generality of the purpose above, the Educational Associate shall perform such duties and responsibilities as may be assigned including but not restricted to the following:

• Assist in the supervision of the classroom during short periods under the direction of the teacher. This may include, but is not limited to:
  - times when the teacher is working with individual students or groups of students located in the same classroom or outside the classroom
  - students who require individual attention
  - playground, lunch or rest areas
  - during recreational activities and outdoor trips on a one to one or group basis
• May assist students in various life skills activities and assist the teacher in planning and evaluating the progress in those activities, which can be inside or outside of the school setting.
• Assist students who require intensive supports with gross and fine motor skill development
• Support the successful inclusion of students by reinforcing social and personal skills.
• Under the supervision of a teacher, provide support to students in attaining curricular outcomes and/or goals as identified in the Inclusion and Intervention Plan.
• For students with intense needs, provide assistance in occupational therapy, physical therapy, dressing, eating, toileting, transferring and transportation.
• May administer medication in accordance with administrative procedures.
• Observe and share the progress of students at team meetings.
• Be aware and adhere to school-based expectations when redirecting behavior.
• Fulfill the Educational Associate role as outlined in safety plans for students requiring intensive behavioural supports.
• Perform such other duties and tasks as may be required due to the specialized nature of a student's particular education program.
• Keep anecdotal records of student's daily activities when requested.
• Be knowledgeable and supportive of applicable operational policies and procedures.
• Be willing to engage in life-long learning with respect to training and professional development.
• Conduct oneself in a manner appropriate to a professional learning environment
• Deal tactfully with staff, students, parents and the public.
• Attend meetings as requested.

Knowledge, Skill and Abilities

• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality
• Ability to work as a team player
• Ability to work independently and follow instructions
• Flexibility and adaptability to changing situations
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Ability to present a positive attitude and work ethic
• Ability to provide personal care for a student with intense needs
• Ability to lift up to 60 pounds without a lift and up to 120 pounds with 2 man lift or with mechanical lift
• Ability to handle physically/emotionally demanding children (ie. aggressive, hyperactive students)
• Be willing to join CUPE Union Local 4875

Qualifications

• A Grade 12 diploma from a provincially recognized institution or equivalent
• Possess a current and valid Driver's License
• Post-secondary courses in programs such as Early Childhood Development, Educational Associate, Youth Worker, Rehabilitation Worker, Personal Care Aide or equivalent post-secondary courses in a related area from a recognized institute and or related experience would be an asset.
• Experience in the delivery of human services would be an asset.
• Proficiency in the operation of computers, word processing applications and additional software comparable to those currently used in the school division

For more information about this position contact:

Chandra Gerich, Principal
Phone: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]