Northern Gateway Public Schools invites applications for a full-time (1.0 FTE) Education Assistant 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:

- ASAP

Hours:

- 6 hours a day/5 days a week

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 30, 2026, to:

Ms. Anne Martens, Principal

Pat Hardy Elementary 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 School Division
📍 Whitecourt