Probationary Educational Assistant – approx. 29 hours/week- 2 positions

Horizon School Division is committed to engaging and empowering all learners and prioritizes strong instruction response to intervention and wellness.

W.R. MYERS HIGH SCHOOL- W.R. Myers High School located in Taber Alberta is a dynamic and inclusive learning community that fosters academic excellence personal growth and a sense of belonging for all students. With a commitment to collaboration and innovation our dedicated staff work together to inspire students to reach their full potential in a supportive and respectful environment.

Probationary Educational Assistant approx. 29 hours/week- (2 positions)

Monday Thursday 8:20 a.m. 3:25 p.m. & Friday 8:20 a.m. 12:10 p.m.

W.R. Myers High School is looking for two (2) dedicated and enthusiastic Educational Assistant(s) to join our student-focused team. This role involves working closely with students in both one-on-one and small group settings supporting their academic social and emotional growth.

Were seeking someone who is collaborative flexible and energeticsomeone who can adapt to the diverse needs of our learners and contribute positively to our school community. The ideal candidate is compassionate dependable and eager to make a meaningful difference in the daily lives of students.

If youre passionate about helping students succeed and thrive in a supportive educational environment we encourage you to apply and become part of the W.R. Myers team.

This position commences August 26 2025 and will conclude on June 24 2026 .

An EducationalAssistantin Horizon School Division:

• Encourages studentsto develop and maintainpositiveinteraction.
• Maintains confidentialityand a patient supportive and enthusiasticcommitmentto students.
• As required provides personal care including toileting procedures diapering feeding dressing grooming etc. ensuringthat studentdignity is maintained. Attends to physical needs including lifting positioning and range of motion programs as identified by appropriate personnel.
• Ensures the safety of students in the school and community which includes maintaining close supervision of students ensuring studentequipment is sanitized and put away retrieving students who attemptto leave their learningenvironment calming and/or restraining students engaged in challenging behaviours; supervising and assisting studentswho utilize a variety of life skill tools (i.e. scissors cooking utensils etc.).
• Maintains collegial relationships with the students learning team.

Why Join Team Horizon

• A division-wide focus on individual school and division wide health and wellbeing.
• Professional caring work environments that encourage and support the growth and development of our staff.
• Knowledgeable genuine and approachable teammates who support one another to succeed
• Opportunity to make a positive difference in the lives of children and youth
• Competitive compensation and retirement package including paid time off and flexible employer paid health benefits (for eligible employees)
• Work schedules built upon school calendar - respectful of family time and work/life balance
• Opportunities for carpooling to reduce transportation costs

Horizon is an equal opportunity employer and values inclusion and respects diversity. Please note that applicants must be of legal age (18) to obtain a Criminal Records Check to include the Vulnerable Sector Check. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals. Further information about the application process may be obtained by contacting Human Services at those shortlisted for an interview will be contacted.