Unity Public School - Educational Assistant Position - Perm FT - JB24250163

Living Sky School Division; Plum (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Living Sky School Division invites applications for a Permanent Full-Time Educational Assistant position at Unity Public School, starting August 25, 2025. The role supports student learning in a collaborative environment with a focus on making a positive impact on children's lives. Applicants should have a minimum of Grade 12 education and relevant childcare experience, embodying patience and a genuine appreciation for working with children.

Benefits

Family health coverage

Generous sick leave plan

School breaks and summers off

Professional development opportunities

Maternity leave top up benefit

Family assistance program

Secure pension plan

Qualifications

• One year relevant childcare experience preferred.
• Ability to independently facilitate teacher-planned lessons.

Responsibilities

• Support core subject areas in small groups and classrooms.
• Promote engagement and participation of students.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Planning

Organizational Skills

Education

Minimum Grade 12 education

Post-secondary certificate in Early Learning & Childcare or equivalent

Job description

Living Sky School Division is looking for a new talent to join us as we reinvent the future of education. We are in an exciting time as we journey towards self-managed teams who are empowered to collaborate, experiment and move student learning forward in an innovative environment.If this sounds good to you, please read on!

Unity Public School

Unity Public School is a school where inclusion matters and the needs of the students are at the center of everything. We are a rural, tight-knit place with a great deal of community spirit. We are looking for a committed and caring individual who believes he or she can really make a difference in a child’s life. This person will demonstrate honesty, respect and integrity in his or her work with children, families and colleagues and must believe that every child has the ability to become great! We welcome your interest! Please join us!

This posting is for a Permanent Full-Time Educational Assistant Position at Unity Public School, commencing August 25, 2025. Hours of work are 6 hours per day, Monday to Friday. Educational Assistants are an important part of the school team and promote engagement, participation and success of students.The successful applicant will support core subject areas in both small groups and in the classroom. Basic knowledge of Grade 5-9 math concepts and the ability to independently facilitate teacher-planned lessons/activities is an asset.

Qualifications

• Minimum Grade 12 education with at least one (1) year relevant childcare experience
• Post-secondary certificate from a recognized institution in Early Learning & Childcare, Youth Care Worker or equivalent program would be considered an asset

The Right Person will

• genuinely appreciate working with children and demonstrate patience, show empathy, and help make learning fun;
• possess strong planning and organizational skills while showing initiative ;
• have excellent communication skills and a willingness to work independently
• be positive, enthusiastic and thrive in a team environment.

LSKYSD Benefits

• family health coverage;
• generous sick leave plan;
• school breaks and summers off;
• professional development opportunities;
• maternity leave top up benefit;
• family assistance program;
• secure pension plan;
• an opportunity to make a difference.

For further information, please contactPrincipal, Karalyn Brown at [e-mail].

We thank all interested applicants; however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Apply prior to 12:00 noon, June 26, 2025

Living Sky School Division is proudly located on the shared territory of Treaty 6. We arecommitted to a diverse and inclusive workplace that empowers all employees to reach their full potential and encourages applications from those who will contribute to the diversity of Living Sky School Division. Qualified applicants who are of First Nations or Métis ancestry are encouraged to consider joining our team.