Educational Assistant

About the role

La Crete Public School is hiring an Educational Assistant. The assistant works as part of a school team supporting students in the division's priorities of Numeracy, Literacy, Connectivity and Careers, and works with students in classrooms, individually and in small groups as directed by the School Administration. The role requires support for students with complex needs, and schools in the Fort Vermilion School Division follow an inclusive education model.

Key responsibilities

• Support students in classrooms, individually and in small groups as directed by the School Administration
• Provide targeted and specialized support to students with diverse learning needs, within the regular classroom or in a specialized setting

Required profile

• Experience working with students in a school setting
• Ability to work collaboratively with school staff and parents in a confidential manner
• Preferred: Grade 12 Diploma and Educational Assistant Certificate or equivalent
• Preferred: knowledge of the Science of Reading and literacy interventions, mathematics at K-9 levels, and social-emotional supports for children

What we offer

• Start date immediately or as soon as possible after hire
• Hours of 32.5 per week
• Salary depends on qualifications and experience; benefits begin after 90 calendar days of employment

To apply, send an email with a cover letter, resume and at least two references. A Vulnerable Sector Check and an Intervention Record Check, both dated within six months, are required before starting and must be presented as a condition of employment. Applications are accepted until the position is filled.