Elk Island Public Schools (EIPS) is one of the largest school divisions in Alberta, serving the education needs of approximately 17,750 students in 43 schools. Every day, the staff and students of EIPS are encouraged to pursue opportunities to grow and discover their passions in life. We pride ourselves on providing staff and students with the tools to achieve success by offering dynamic programming, current resources, and practical professional learning opportunities.

Elk Island Public Schools is recruiting a full-time STEPS Education Assistant at Salisbury Composite High. The following would be assets to the position:

- Familiarity with Gestalt Language Learning
- Use and familiarity with Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) devices

Salisbury Composite High serves approximately 1,490 students in grades 10 to 12, with 68 teaching staff and 23 support staff. The school is located in Sherwood Park, AB.

Salisbury Composite High, "Home of the Sabres,” provides diversity in programs and excellent opportunities that prepare and develop students for the future. "Sabre Pride" is demonstrated through a positive learning environment in which the members of the school community work together to promote the attitudes, skills and knowledge that enable individuals to live caring, productive and fulfilled lives.

- Commencing August 27, 2026
- 30.25 hours per week (Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday – 6 hours per day, Wednesday 6.25)
- Open to Internal and external applicants
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- EIPS offers a comprehensive benefit package

The Steps to Enhance Personal Success (STEPS)



Program is a specialized system program designed to meet the needs of students with severe to profound developmental disabilities. These students may have physical, sensory or behavioural challenges, or medical conditions requiring specialized accommodations. The focus of the program is to build functional communication skills that enhance the quality of life within a safe and structured learning environment, with regular routines and close supervision.

JOB SUMMARY The Education Assistant (EA) assists teachers in creating a welcoming, safe, and caring classroom that supports effective learning and student success. Reporting to the Principal, the EA is assigned to assist teachers with many instructional and non-instructional tasks in the classroom and during school activities. This includes providing student supervision and assisting students with personal, physical, and medical care.

Under the direction of the teacher, and through interdisciplinary team planning, the position supports programming for students and assists with the implementation of developmental and behavioural strategies. The Certified EA has received specialized training to assist children and youth who have a wide range of abilities and exceptionalities including significant emotional and behavioural challenges, learning difficulties and complex physical health concerns.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education

- High School Diploma




- Preference will be given to candidates with an Educational Assistant Certificate or a comparable post-secondary diploma or certificate
- Participation in the EIPS Education Assistant Internship Program is considered an asset

Experience

- 2 years of related experience working with children or youth.
- Experience working in a school is an asset.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

- Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
- Ability to take direction and work in a multi-disciplinary team environment as well as independently with minimal supervision.
- Knowledge of classroom routines, assistive technology and other care equipment.

- Experience providing complex personal and physical care.
- Ability to remain calm in a high stress, fast-paced workplace.

- Experience using de-escalation, emotional regulation, and co-regulation techniques.
- Strong collaboration, organizational, and time management skills.
- Flexibility, patience, sensitivity, tolerance, enthusiasm, creativity, and imagination.

- Knowledge of workplace safety and awareness of applicable Occupational Health and Safety regulations.
- Good knowledge of computers and applicable technology.

Qualifications, Certifications

- First Aid certificate would be an asset
- Non-Violent Crisis Intervention training would be an asset

For further information, contact Curtis Starko, Principal at (phone hidden) or email .

Elk Island Public Schools appreciates and considers all applications; however, we only contact candidates who are selected for interviews.

“If you require assistance with the application system, please call Apply to Education at 1-(phone hidden) or email .”

📌 Education Assistant (STEPS Program) (SAL) - Permanent
🏢 Elk Island Public Schools
📍 Sherwood Park