Summary of Position
This posting is for a Temporary Full-Time Jordan's Principle Educational Assistant Position at Connaught Elementary Schoool, commencing November 12, 2024 and ending June 30, 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. Educational Assistants support students with intensive needs in five key areas: providing personal care, life skills and experiences, academic assistance, communication, and behavioural support as required by students and directed by teachers.
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
be 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 contact Principal Jenifer Kahl at jenifer.kahl@lskysd.ca. We thank all interested applicants; however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.Apply prior to 12:00 noon, November 6th, 2024. Living Sky School Division is proudly located on the shared territory of Treaty 6. We are committed 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 Mtis ancestry are encouraged to consider joining our team.