Job Description

The Stoney Education Authority is hiring a Specialist Educational Assistant – High Needs Support to provide individualized, trauma-informed support to students with exceptional behavioural, medical, or developmental needs. The successful candidate will help create safe, inclusive classrooms rooted in Stoney Nakoda language, culture, and values.

Key Responsibilities

- Provide one-on-one and small group support for high-needs students.
- Assist with behaviour regulation, communication, sensory, and medical needs.
- Implement Individualized Program Plans (IPPs) and Behaviour Support Plans.
- Support personal care (feeding, toileting, mobility) with dignity.
- Collaborate with teachers, Student Success Teachers, and families.
- Participate in outdoor, land-based, and cultural learning activities.
- Ensure safety, structure, and calm classroom environments.

Qualifications

- High school diploma.
- Experience supporting students with high needs (behavioural, medical, developmental, trauma-related).
- Clear Criminal Record Check and Vulnerable Sector Check.
- Reliable transportation.




- Commitment to cultural humility and willingness to learn Stoney Nakoda traditions.

Assets

- Post-secondary training in Education Assistant, Child & Youth Care, or Social Work.
- CPI (Crisis Prevention Intervention) or equivalent training.

What SEA Offers

- Working with the Stoney Education Authority means being part of a supportive, culturally grounded team dedicated
- to student success and community well-being. SEA employees benefit from:
- Opportunities to engage in land-based and cultural learning with Elders and Knowledge Keepers.
- Ongoing professional development and training, including trauma-informed practices and cultural competency.
- A solid team setting with collaboration across teachers, Student Success sta, and specialists.
- The chance to make a real difference in the lives of students while honouring Stoney Nakoda values

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $29.00 per hour

Application question(s):

- Are you willing to work in Mini Thni, Eden Valley or Big Horn?

Work Location: In person

📌 Specialist Education Assistant (Canada)
🏢 Stoney Tribal Administration
📍 Canada