Northern Gateway Public Schools invites applications for full-time Education Assistant positions at Pat Hardy Elementary School, Whitecourt, Alberta.

Successful candidate responsibilities:

- Provide support to students in an inclusive setting
- Nurture all students with love, kindness and a commitment to supporting their maximum growth and potential

Preference will be given to candidates who:

- have experience, patience and compassion in supporting children with complex needs requiring academic, social-emotional and/or behavioural help in the classroom.
- have an understanding of the teaching/learning process
- are committed to learn and improve personal skills to meet student needs
- are passionate and committed to helping children achieve their full potential
- are able to proactively respond to groups of students in a classroom setting
- are flexible and able to adapt to changes in their work environment
- contribute to a positive team workplace




have a Teacher Assistant Diploma or Early Childhood Development Certificate

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Start Date:

- August 25, 2026

Hours:

- Full time (30 hours/week) - some flexibility in time may be considered, including part time

Wage Rate:

- $20.44/hour - $29.65/hour depending on qualifications and experience

Application Process:

- Email a cover letter and resume, including references, by August 15, 2026 at 3:00 pm to:

Ms. Anne Martens, Principal

Pat Hardy Elementary School

Phone: (phone hidden)

[email protected]

If shortlisted, applicants must bring to the interview a Release of Results of Vulnerable Sector Check that is current within three (3) months.

We appreciate all applications, but we will only contact those who are shortlisted.

📌 Education Assistants (Whitecourt)
🏢 Northern Gateway School Division
📍 Whitecourt