POSITION TITLE: 1.0 Teaching and Learning Assistant Position

COMPETITION END DATE: August 07, 2026 8:00 AM

LOCATION(S): Cowan Heights Elementary · 100 Canada Drive · St. John's · A1E 2M8

Full time TERM Teaching and Learning Assistant, Cowan Heights Elementary, St. John's. Duties to commence September 8, 2026, until June 25, 2027.

Reporting to the Principal or designate, the TLA will work with the classroom teacher in supporting the teaching and learning in an inclusive environment in the areas of planning, instruction, social emotional learning, assessment, evaluation and collection of student data.

If selected for an interview, candidates should be prepared to speak about their experience and demonstrated competencies in relation to the 5 Standards of Practice for Teaching and Learning Assistants (outlined below):

Supports and assists the classroom teacher with planning responsive teaching and learning

Gathers evidence of student learning and uses strategies to reinforce diverse teacher instruction to support learning

Create and maintain a supportive, safe, and inclusive environment

Engages collaboratively with families and the school community

Demonstrates Professionalism

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Assist with the planning and organization of learning experiences for students in accordance with established policies and procedures.

Assist the classroom teacher in implementing programs and services for students including the delivery of instructional supports.

Assist the teacher in assessing, evaluating, reporting and recording student progress.





Work collaboratively with the classroom teacher to develop supportive educational environments.

Participate as a member of school teams in meeting the needs of students.

Maintain effective professional working relationships.

Commitment to life‑long learning and willingness to enhance skills and knowledge through professional learning.

Highly effective interpersonal, organizational and communication skills.

Ability to assist students with alternate format materials and the operation of specialized assistive technologies.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

? Teacher’s Certificate Level Two (II) from Teacher Certification - Department of Education

For those interested in pursuing certification, please contact the Registrar of Teacher Certification - Department of Education ( Teaching & Learning Assistant Certification ).

Approved programs for Certificate Level Two (II) may include: ECE Level 2, Child & Youth Care Worker, Child & Youth Care Worker with Addictions Support, Disability Services & Support, Diploma in Social Services, or 20 university courses (60 credit hours).

Annual Teacher Salary Scale contained within the NLTA Provincial Collective Agreement and benefits contained within the agreement.

REMINDER: Electronic eOFFERs only with 24-hour expiration - applicants must monitor their email accounts.

If Interview Required: Please note that candidates designated as Recommendable in 2024 or 2025 individual or pool competitions will have that designation carried over for 2026 and will not require an interview for similar positions.

Interviews that occur during this hiring season will be designated as Recommendable or Not Recommendable at this time .

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📌 1.0 Teaching and Learning Assistant Position (Newfoundland and Labrador)
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