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 versatile and able to adapt to changes in their work environment
- contribute to a positive team environment
- have a Teacher Assistant Diploma or Early Childhood Development Certificate
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
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.