Educational Assistant

Buffalo Trail Public Schools is committed to maximizing student learning in a safe and caring environment supported by a highly effective team.

Buffalo Trail Public Schools is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Educational Assistant to join our team at Provost PublicSchool in Provost Alberta. This is an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of students by providing support in an inclusive and dynamic learning environment. If you are passionate about helping students achieve their full potential and thrive in a collaborative school community we encourage you to apply!

Position Details

• Start Date : April 28 2025
• End Date : June 27 2025.
• Location : Provost Public School Provost Alberta
• Hours : 10:30am 3:30pm Monday to Friday following the school calendar.

Qualifications and Desired Experience

The ideal candidate should possess the following:

• A diploma in Childhood or Educational Assistant programs (preferred)
• Experience working with individuals with special needs including children or adults

• Familiarity with supporting individuals who experience:

  • Language delays.

  • Behavioral challenges.

  • Emotional dysregulation.

  • Fine and gross motor delays.

• Ability to provide support with personal hygiene and other care needs as required.
• Training in SIVA or other nonviolent crisis intervention strategies (considered an asset)
• Ability to provide support in both individualized and classroom settings.

Primary Responsibilities

Under the direction of the teacher the successful candidate may be required to provide the following :

Educational Support :

• Deliver educational instruction tailored to the needs of identified students including researching preparing and organizing materials and supplies.
• Assist in student data collection monitor progress and provide observations and recommendations to the classroom or Inclusive Learning Teacher.
• Modify classroom and curriculum materials to meet individual or group needs collaboratively

Student Development :

• Support students in developing academic social behavioral and life skills to foster independence.
• Assist with integration and transitions within the regular school system or into work/community environments.
• Help students with specialized supports including assistive devices equipment or approved service animals per Administrative Procedure 205.1 AP.

Personal Care :

• Attend to students personal needs including feeding hygiene toileting and other personal care.

Team Collaboration :

• Participate in professional learning and specialized training as required by the school or Central Services.
• Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary team members to implement prescribed exercises and programs.
• Provide input during team or parent meetings as appropriate.

Supervision :

• Supervise students during instructional and noninstructional times such as in classrooms gyms on playgrounds or during field trips

Advocacy and Communication :

• Act as a liaison or advocate for students as needed.
• Share relevant program or student information with other staff members.

Health and Safety :

• Administer medication in compliance with Administrative Procedure 203.1 AP (Administration of Medication/Medical Assistance to Students).
• Follow Alberta Health Services (AHS) and Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) guidelines to ensure safety for staff and students.

Other Duties :

• Perform other comparable duties as assigned within the scope of the jobs knowledge and skills.

Application Instructions and Requirements

To apply for this position please submit the following:

• A positionspecific cover letter.
• A detailed resume highlighting your qualifications and experience.

Applications must be submitted online through Apply to Education as only online applications will be accepted.

Ensure your Apply to Education profile includes email contact information for three professional references. References may be contacted via email prior to interviews. By submitting an application you grant permission for Buffalo Trail Public Schools to contact current or previous employers for confidential reference checks regardless of whether those employers are listed as references. You also consent to the contacting of listed references.

Please note that an original acceptable criminal records check including a vulnerable sector check will be required as a condition of employment.

If you require assistance with the application system please contact Apply to Education ator email

Deadline: Open until a suitable candidate is found. Rolling resume review will begin on April 14 2025.

*Please note that applications submitted for this position may also be considered for future opportunities within the division.

For further information please contact:

Stacey Brouwer Provost Public School

Phone:

All applications received by the deadline will be considered. Only those candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.