Northern Gateway Public Schools invites applications for a Full-time (1.0 FTE) Education Assistant at Percy Baxter School, Whitecourt, Alberta.

Successful Candidate Responsibilities

- Provide support to students in an inclusive setting
- Follow the direction of the classroom Teacher

Preference will be given to candidates who:

- Establish and maintain effective working relationships with children, parents and staff
- Work collaboratively and co-operatively with teachers and other educational assistants in the classroom/school
- Understand and carry out oral and written direction
- Work independently with minimal instruction
- Demonstrate effective organizational and communication skills
- Respect confidentiality
- Practice professionalism with all PBS School students, staff, administration, parents and public
- Are aware of NGPS policies and administrative procedures




- Have an understanding of the teaching/learning process
- Have robust interpersonal skills and patience
- Enjoys working in a team environment

Start Date

- ASAP

Hours

- 30 hours per week—5 days/6 hours per day

Wage Rate

- $21.05/hour - $30.54/hour depending on qualifications and experience

Application Process

- Email a cover letter and resume, including references, by October 18, 2026, to:

Ms.

Jennifer

Ferguson, Principal

Percy Baxter 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.

📌 Full-time Education Assistant (Whitecourt)
🏢 Northern Gateway Public Schools
📍 Whitecourt