Job Summary

We are seeking a warm, patient, energetic, and dependable Education Assistant to provide dedicated one-on-one support to a 5-year-old child in his preschool classroom in Calgary.

The child is happy, friendly, and active and requires additional support with communication, social interaction, and participation in classroom activities. The successful candidate will work alongside his classroom educators to support him throughout his daily routine, including play, crafts, outdoor time, group activities, and interactions with peers.

We are looking for someone who genuinely enjoys working with children and will take an active role in encouraging communication, initiating play and interaction, and supporting the development of greater independence. The aide will also reinforce strategies recommended by the child's speech-language and occupational therapy professionals as part of his everyday activities.

The preschool provides a welcoming and collaborative environment with bright, airy classrooms, floor-to-ceiling windows, warm neutral décor, and experienced Early Childhood Educators on site. Dress is casual.

Responsibilities

- Provide consistent one-on-one support during the child's preschool day.
- Support participation in classroom activities, play, outdoor time, and group activities.
- Encourage communication, social interaction, and engagement with peers.
- Initiate play and create natural opportunities for communication and interaction throughout the day.
- Reinforce speech-language, occupational therapy, and other developmental strategies within everyday classroom activities.




- Support independence with age-appropriate routines and daily living skills.
- Provide toileting and personal care assistance when required.
- Work collaboratively with classroom educators and the child's family.
- Observe progress and provide a brief written progress report to the family every two weeks.

Qualifications

- Experience working with children, preferably children with autism, communication delays, developmental differences, or other additional needs.
- Relevant education, training, or experience in Educational Assistance, Early Childhood Education, Speech-Language Pathology, Occupational Therapy, Psychology, Social Work, Child and Youth Care, Behavioural Intervention/ABA, or a related field.
- Experience supporting non-speaking or minimally speaking children is an asset.
- Solid communication skills and a patient, positive, and engaging approach.
- Must already be living in the Calgary area and be legally entitled to work in Canada. We are unable to provide work permit sponsorship.
- Must have or be able to obtain a current Calgary Police Information Check, including a Vulnerable Sector Search.
- Must have current First Aid/CPR certification or be willing to complete the required course before starting.

University or college students currently studying in a relevant field are welcome to apply. Please submit your application through Indeed. No phone calls, please.

We look forward to hearing from you!

Pay: $16.00-$17.00 per hour

Benefits

- Casual dress
- On-site parking

Work Location: In person

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