Elk Island Public Schools (EIPS) is one of the largest school divisions in Alberta, serving the education needs of approximately 17,750 students in over 40 schools. We pride ourselves on providing staff and students with the tools to achieve success by offering energetic programming, current resources, and practical professional learning opportunities. EIPS is recruiting a temporary, full-time Education Assistant ( System Program Supports ) at F.

Haythorne Junior

High serves approximately 590 students in grades 7 to 9, with 24 teaching staff and nine support staff. The school is located in Sherwood Park, AB.Character education, citizenship and student leadership are integral to the F.Staff, administration and the parent community maintain very high academic and behavioural expectations for students attending the school, and the school has established a consistent emphasis on maximizing student achievement. ~31.25 hours per week (Monday to Friday, 6.25 hours per day) ~ 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.

Education Assistant should be flexible, willing to support students' personal care including lifts and transfers Experience with trauma-informed practices, emotional regulation, and de-escalation is also an asset. Experienced in addressing social-emotional challenges, behavioral issues, and cognitive delays. Ability to successfully take direction and work in a multidisciplinary team environment as well as independently with minimal supervision.

Experience using de-escalation, emotional regulation, and co-regulation techniques.

Experience providing complex personal and physical care. Good knowledge of computers and applicable technology.

Education and Experience ~ Educational Assistant Certificate or comparable education would be an asset - A 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. ~ Minimum required education - High School Diploma ~2 years related experience working with children or youth ~ First Aid certificate would be an asset ~ Non-Violent Crisis Intervention training would be an asset ~ Courses related to working with students with special needs would also be an asset Elk Island Public Schools appreciates and considers all applications;

📌 Education Assistant (FRH) - Temporary (Sherwood Park)
🏢 Elk Island Public Schools
📍 Sherwood Park